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Wisconsin deserves better than an arsonist who wants credit for putting out the fire
Statement from Rep. Brostoff Regarding Education Funding in Governor Walker’s Proposed Budget
Feb 8th, 2017 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
Tax Break for Wealthy Keeps Growing
11 claimants will get $22 million tax break under Manufacturing and Agriculture Credit.
Feb 3rd, 2017 by Tamarine Cornelius
UW System Needs Tighter Financial Controls
UW-Oshkosh scandal points to problem. Yet Walker opposed UW system audit.
Feb 1st, 2017 by John Torinus
Why Would Gov. Walker’s Campaign Chair Host Fundraiser for Walker Recall Petition Signer John Humphries? Follow the Money.
Right-Wing Kingpin Who Spent Over $100 Million to Fight For More Public Funding For Less Accountable Private Voucher Program Makes a Deal in Public School Superintendent Race
Jan 19th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Working and Winning for Wisconsin: Governor Walker Travels Throughout Wisconsin for State of the State Tour
“We are working and winning for Wisconsin”
Jan 11th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Sand Mining Project Targets Wetlands
Meteor Timber donates $23,000 to state politicians, wants to destroy 17 acres of forested wetlands.
Jan 5th, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
Governor Walker Calls Legislature into Special Session and Orders New Actions in the Fight Against Opioid Abuse
“This is a public health crisis, and that’s why I’m calling a special session of the Legislature and directing state agencies to ramp up the state’s response”
Jan 5th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Medicaid Block Grants Could Benefit State
But only if the proposed change is handled properly.
Jan 1st, 2017 by John Torinus
UWM Dean elected a Royal Institute of British Architects fellow
Bob Greenstreet joins 29 other newly named fellows of RIBA.
Dec 12th, 2016 by University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Will Schools, Health Care Pay for Roads?
Republicans argue over how to fund highways, could raid other funding.
Dec 11th, 2016 by Tamarine Cornelius
State Jobs Engine Running at Half Speed
Wisconsin trails the nation, needs comprehensive economic development program.
Dec 7th, 2016 by John Torinus
Who Runs the Jobs First Coalition?
It’s spent $1 million on elections, was started by Scott Jensen, mostly targets Democrats.
Dec 2nd, 2016 by Matt Rothschild
What Else is Luther Olsen Hiding?
Despite moderate rhetoric, Senator Olsen’s record shows he votes for extreme Republican agenda at expense of kids and veterans.
Oct 27th, 2016 by One Wisconsin Now
Dan Feyen Looking to Cash In On Support for Tax Break for Millionaires
Author of Tax Loophole That Sends $120,000 Windfall to Millionaires Featured Guest at Feyen Fundraiser
Oct 20th, 2016 by One Wisconsin Now
Building Commission Approves Projects
Today the State of Wisconsin Building Commission approved several key projects across the state
Oct 12th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Johnny College Can’t Read
Or add. Report shows which high schools’ grads require remediation from UW System.
Oct 3rd, 2016 by Steven Walters
Agenda Items for Walker’s Second Act
Gov. Walker needs to focus on policy, including job creation in Milwaukee, not politics.
Sep 28th, 2016 by John Torinus
Gov. Walker Needs a Second Act
Progress has been made, but big initiatives are needed to secure Wisconsin’s prosperity.
Sep 20th, 2016 by John Torinus
College Students Face Unique Barriers to Voting
Courts have thrown out some requirements, but most college IDs can’t be used.
Sep 9th, 2016 by Elizabeth Campbell
15 Years of Declining UW Support
In real dollars state support of UW System has plummeted by one-third since 2001.
Aug 30th, 2016 by Tamarine Cornelius
Walker’s Next Budget
It won't have higher gas taxes for roads, but might have more support for K-12 schools.
Aug 5th, 2016 by Tamarine Cornelius and Jon Peacock
UWM Alumni Assocation to Honor More Than 20 Indivduals, Businesses
The 22 individual recipients and one corporate partner were chosen for awards based on their outstanding professional achievements, civic involvement and partnerships with the university.
Jul 20th, 2016 by University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Tax Cut A Windfall for Millionaires
78% of 2011 Manufacturing and Agriculture Tax Credit goes to millionaires, new study shows.
Jun 28th, 2016 by Tamarine Cornelius
Top 10 Victories Over Walker
10 policy changes Gov. Walker and Republicans failed to pass in the last year.
Jun 28th, 2016 by Matt Rothschild
7 Ways to Improve UW System
Ray Cross and regents need to take bold steps in face of financial cuts.
Jun 16th, 2016 by John Torinus
Medicaid Costs Are “Unsustainable”
Costs on pace to rise 102% in six years, GOP wants cuts, but not before election.
Jun 13th, 2016 by Steven Walters
EPA Awards Environmental Education Grants in 26 States
Since 1992, EPA has distributed between $2 million and $3.5 million in grant funding per year, for a total of approximately $68 million supporting more than 3,600 grant projects.
May 31st, 2016 by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
State A Leader in Higher Education Cuts
Wisconsin cut higher education by more than all but one state in America.
May 31st, 2016 by Jon Peacock
UW Faculty Protests Anger GOP Legislators
Walker and legislators double down: they won’t restore UW cuts or tenure protection.
May 23rd, 2016 by Steven Walters
Faculty Council of Senators of UW Colleges Endorse Resolution of No Confidence
The resolution calls upon System President Ray Cross and the Board of Regents “to make a positive case for improved access, affordability, and educational resources for our students.”
May 23rd, 2016 by Urban Milwaukee
Governor Scott Walker Signs 58 Bills Into Law
Acts 200 - 257.
Mar 1st, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Teaching Poor Kids Where They Live
Learning centers in subsidized housing target low-income and black achievement gaps.
Feb 18th, 2016 by Abigail Becker
Walker Gets “Incomplete” on Student Debt
97 percent of student loan borrowers would not be helped by governor's plan.
Feb 4th, 2016 by Scot Ross
Rep. Jonathan Brostoff’s Statement on the State of the State Address
“Governor Walker is not on Wisconsin’s side, so I am very concerned about the State of Our State.”
Jan 19th, 2016 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
Governor Scott Walker’s 2016 State of the State Address
"The state of our state is strong. We are moving Wisconsin forward."
Jan 19th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Walker/Republican Cuts to K-12 and Higher Education Total More Than $2 Billion
New figures refute Walker claims on eve of State of the State Address
Jan 18th, 2016 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Working for Wisconsin: Governor Scott Walker Highlights College Affordability Legislative Package
Proposals to Build on Historic Four-Year UW-System Tuition Freeze; Freeze Saved Students an Average of $6,311 Compared to Average 8.1 Percent Yearly Increases in Prior 10 Years
Jan 15th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Working for Wisconsin: Governor Scott Walker Rolls Out College Affordability Legislative Package
Proposals to Build on Historic Four-Year UW-System Tuition Freeze; Freeze Saved Students an Average of $6,311 Compared to Average 8.1 Percent Yearly Increases in Prior 10 Years
Jan 12th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
A Year in Review: GOP vs Democratic Priorities
We Democrats in the Assembly pushed an agenda driven by our constituents’ interests – not by the size of out-of-state wallets.
Dec 30th, 2015 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
A Tough Year for Transparency
State leaders have worked to restrict open records and succeeded in several ways.
Dec 29th, 2015 by Bill Lueders
UWM announces Student Startup Challenge winners
UWM students and recent alumni from nine winning teams will receive a total of $70,000 in support and services.
Nov 9th, 2015 by University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Legislators Borrow $350 Million for Highways
Bipartisan law will drive up debt and take from general fund for education and other needs.
Nov 6th, 2015 by Tamarine Cornelius
Walker Highway Plan May Cause Education Cuts
Using general fund rather than highway fund may lead to more cuts for schools and UW.
Oct 27th, 2015 by Tamarine Cornelius
7 Ways to Fight the Brain Drain
UW System cuts don't help, but taking the right steps can improve system and retain graduates.
Oct 14th, 2015 by John Torinus
Walker the War Hawk
As presidential candidate, Walker offers bellicose policies that would provoke Russia.
Aug 17th, 2015 by John Torinus
Rep. Brostoff Statement on Arena Deal “No” Vote
It is a bad deal for my neighbors in this Assembly District and for Milwaukee County.
Jul 28th, 2015 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
UW System Needs Reorganization
Create true regional governance and move power away from Madison.
Jul 28th, 2015 by John Torinus
Governor Scott Walker Announces Administration Staff Changes
Governor Scott Walker announced the following administrative staff changes today.
Jul 27th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
State Budget Doesn’t Reflect Wisconsin Values
From beginning to end, it is difficult to imagine a budget that less reflects the values of Wisconsinites.
Jul 14th, 2015 by State Rep. Gordon Hintz
Governor Scott Walker Signs 2015-2017 State Budget, Lowers Property Taxes Again
Today, Governor Scott Walker signed the 2015-2017 State Budget into law, keeping his promise to lower the tax burden for the hardworking taxpayers of Wisconsin.
Jul 12th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Statement from Rep. Bowen on Assembly’s Passage of Backwards Republican Budget
“We’ve known from the start that this budget is wrong for Wisconsin.”
Jul 9th, 2015 by State Rep. David Bowen
Republican Budget Declares War on Wisconsin Values
"Republicans have outdone themselves this time around."
Jul 8th, 2015 by State Rep. Lisa Subeck
Why Tenure and Shared Governance Are Needed
Legislators' push for top-down management will damage UW System and chase away top faculty.
Jul 8th, 2015 by William L. Holahan and Charles O. Kroncke
Republicans betray Wisconsinites by passing a state budget that fails to invest in our traditional, shared values
Statement from Senator Larson on Passage of Republican’s Backwards Budget
Jul 8th, 2015 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Erpenbach on final budget passage
"We can do better."
Jul 8th, 2015 by State Sen. Jon Erpenbach
UW Shouldn’t Hide Finalist Names
Provision slipped into budget allows universities to hide names of top candidates for key positions. No other state agencies enjoy this exemption.
Jul 2nd, 2015 by Bill Lueders
UWM names new police chief
LeMire served similar role at UW-Oshkosh
Jun 10th, 2015 by University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
How to Grow the State Economy
The proposed state budget, and last two budgets, are missing opportunities to grow Wisconsin’s economy.
Jun 4th, 2015 by William L. Holahan and Charles O. Kroncke
Arena Funding Plan on Life Support; Time for Plan B
Statement of Alderman Robert J. Bauman June 2, 2015
Jun 2nd, 2015 by Ald. Bob Bauman
Walker Action Restricts Public Records
Administration claims records of staff's preliminary analysis should be withheld. Critics argue that's illegal and makes governor less transparent than legislators.
Jun 2nd, 2015 by Christa Westerberg
Republicans Continue Assault on Our Public School System
OK $250 mil cut to UW System while gutting tenure, shared governance
Jun 1st, 2015 by Chris Taylor
Governor Scott Walker Announces Several Appointments
Governor Scott Walker announced several appointments today, including Andrew “Drew” Peterson and Michael M. Grebe to the University of Wisconsin (UW) System Board of Regents; Julie Anderson and Dr. Frederick Prehn to the Natural Resources Board
May 22nd, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
$360 Million Elephant in the Room
Medicaid Expansion Gets a ‘No’ Vote from JFC Republicans
May 22nd, 2015 by State Rep. Gordon Hintz
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Announces New Wisconsin State Director
“I share Senator Baldwin’s strong commitment to public service and I am eager to put my experience to work for her in Wisconsin.”
May 11th, 2015 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Seeking New Vision for Wisconsin Education
Meeting of statewide educators and community leaders finds a need to rethink UW System and better connect it to business and K-12 schools.
Apr 23rd, 2015 by John Torinus
Rep. Barca Statement on UW-Madison Cuts
"Cutting the University of Wisconsin is not only wildly unpopular – it is also incredibly shortsighted."
Apr 17th, 2015 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Marquette Law School Poll finds Walker job approval down
Clinton leads presidential matchups; controversy over budget
Apr 16th, 2015 by Marquette University
A Tale of Two Health Plans
A private company's managed-care plan is far less costly than the state employee health care plan. What can we learn from that?
Apr 15th, 2015 by John Torinus
Don’t Change UW System’s Governance
There’s already an exodus of top faculty concerned about ending tenure.
Apr 12th, 2015 by William L. Holahan and Charles O. Kroncke
Can Ray Cross Reposition the UW System?
Legislators see it as a Madison-centered liberal redoubt. Maybe it needs a stronger base in Milwaukee.
Apr 2nd, 2015 by John Torinus
Walker’s Christmas Tree Budget
The budget has a flock of non-financial items -- 58 in all -- that will quietly change state polices.
Feb 25th, 2015 by Bill Lueders
“We Could Do a Lot More Outreach.”
UW System President Ray Cross discusses how an independently managed UW System might work.
Feb 20th, 2015 by Mike Flaherty
Rep. Barca Responds to GOP Finance Co-Chairs’ Attacks
"It almost appears as if Republicans are putting together a Nixon-style enemies list for anyone who dares to disagree with their agenda."
Feb 19th, 2015 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Don’t Let UW Hide Research Records
Walker's budget adds a blanket exemption that would allow UW to deny public record requests on controversial research, conflicts of interest or how tax dollars are spent.
Feb 18th, 2015 by Bill Lueders
Why Walker Had to Cut UW Funding
His presidential ambitions left him with no other option.
Feb 10th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Rep. Barca Statement on Gov. Walker’s Blame Game
"Put simply, Gov. Walker needs to own up to his own extreme ideas."
Feb 5th, 2015 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Governor Scott Walker Releases Statement on the Proposed University of Wisconsin System Reforms
Today, Governor Scott Walker released the following statement on the process of developing the proposed reforms in his budget proposal focused on creating a stronger University of Wisconsin System.
Feb 5th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Invitation from Rep. Brostoff to a Protest against the UW Budget Cut Proposal
“This evening I will be rallying with the community in support of the UW system.”
Feb 4th, 2015 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
Statement from Rep. Brostoff on Governor Walker’s Proposed Budget
“Despite the direct link between Wisconsin’s higher education system and our economic success Governor Walker has ignored the protests of our communities and proceeded with the $300 million cut to the UW System.”
Feb 3rd, 2015 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
Walker’s Funding Cuts for UW Ignite Firestorm
Lawmakers may balk at cuts and at plan to give UW System autonomy from legislature.
Feb 2nd, 2015 by Steven Walters
UW System is Collateral Damage from Walker’s Rejection of Federal BadgerCare Dollars
This headless decision is a disaster not only for health care but also for higher education.
Jan 29th, 2015 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
Walker proposes staggering cuts to UW System
Proposal hurts Wisconsin students and families
Jan 27th, 2015 by Chris Taylor
Statement from Rep. Barca on Governor Walker’s UW System Plan
"Budgets are about priorities and once again dramatically slashing higher education in the 21st Century global economy will drastically take Wisconsin in the wrong direction."
Jan 27th, 2015 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Rep. Taylor’s statement on Walker’s budget deficit
Latest Fiscal Bureau analysis shows $283.4 million deficit
Jan 23rd, 2015 by Chris Taylor
The Republican Revolution Part II
Assembly Speaker Robin Vos has a really big agenda for Wisconsin. It reads like a papal encyclical.
Nov 10th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Program Trains Teachers to Handle Urban Schools
UW-Milwaukee's Institute for Urban Education, founded in 2007, keeps growing and now trains 50 students per year.
Nov 9th, 2014 by Raina J. Johnson
The 10 Most Expensive State Programs
How does the state spend its money? And how might you change this?
Oct 27th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Fuller Endorses Common Core
Former MPS superintendent says the educational standards are good for students and teachers.
Oct 1st, 2014 by Matthew Wisla
Why UWM Matters
It could be the key to transforming Wisconsin’s economy, but state leaders don’t seem to realize it.
Apr 1st, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Legislature is One Big High School
Once you understand that, you realize why Republicans tolerated Assembly Majority Leader Bill Kramer.
Mar 24th, 2014 by Steven Walters
State Hires Company That Screwed-Up Voter Registration System
Walker administration gives $59 million IT contract to Accenture, which won headlines for its poor work under Doyle.
Feb 5th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
State Spending Now an Open Book
Web site tracking state spending is a font of information, not all of it useful.
Jan 14th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
How to End the Income Tax
Tax pros offer suggestions to Gov. Walker.
Jan 6th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Fun With Budget Numbers
An insider's take on the state budget and how it was put together.
Jul 3rd, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Legislators Blast UW Yet Again
Legislators accuse officials of "flagrant violations" for continuing to use Internet service provider WiscNet.
Jun 19th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
