Bill Kaplan

Here’s To State Republicans Who Support Constitution

GOP veterans join Wisconsin branch of national group Keep Our Republic.

South Dakota Expands Medicaid

39 states have now expanded Medicaid. What is Wisconsin waiting for?

Democrats Must Listen to Rural Wisconsin

Evers and Baldwin have shown the way, winning some rural areas.

State Democrats Have a Rural Problem

But Evers and Baldwin did better than Biden or Clinton in rural Wisconsin.

Keep Tommy As UW System President

He’s been a great success. Why not keep him on the job?

GOP Obamacare Lawsuit a Cynical Political Stunt

U.S. Supreme Court strikes down suit. Meanwhile, Vos and and state GOP obstruct Medicaid expansion.

PRO Act Is Key to American Dream

Biden’s proposed Protecting the Right to Organize Act would protect union rights.

Johnson Betrays Constitutional Oath

Betrayal by U.S. Senator extends to other issues as well.

Republicans Support Medicaid Expansion

More and more do. Robin Vos could learn from them and from state’s history.

UW System Has Aging, Rundown Buildings

UW-Madison’s Van Hise Hall crumbling. Evers, Thompson push for capital budget funding.

State’s Infrastructure Is Falling Apart

Analysis gives C and D grades to roads, bridges, dams, ports, transit, drinking water and more.

How Baldwin Fought For Retiree Pensions

22,500 in Wisconsin, 1 million nationally faced massive cuts in their pensions.

Nation Has Changed, Expand Medicaid

38 states have done so, Wyoming may be next. When will Wisconsin wise up?

Trump, Ron Johnson Stained With Dishonor

Republican Liz Cheney says Trump 'formed the mob, incited the mob, lit the flame.'

Paging Dr. Johnson

Sen. Ron Johnson says COVID-19 doesn’t cause many deaths or long-term symptoms. Wrong and wrong.

Supreme Court May End Affordable Care

Killing the ACA is one reason Republicans are rushing to appoint Amy Coney Barrett to the court

Healthcare Coverage, Protections At Risk

Race for president could decide if ACA ended and 54 million people lose protection.

Wisconsin Must Accept Medicaid Expansion

What better time to increase healthcare access than during a pandemic?

GOP-Controlled Senate Refuses to Act

Democrats in the House passed a stimulus bill in May.

Congressional Republicans Fail Wisconsin

Democrats passed second pandemic relief bill in May. State’s GOP members continue to delay.

Biden Can Win Wisconsin

His state staff, money raised and poll results all bode well.

Ron Johnson Rolls Over For Trump

Firing of inspector generals undermines balance of power, Romney charges. No problem, Johnson says.

GOP Fundraiser Under Investigation for PPE Business

Mike Gula, who has fundraised for Sen. Ron Johnson, tried to cash in on the pandemic but didn't deliver.

Who Provides Leadership on Pandemic?

Compare Trump to Evers or Maryland’s Republican Governor Larry Hogan.

Trump Downplays Pandemic in Midwest

Reality: as one Wisconsin doctor put it, a COVID-19 “tsunami” is coming.

Coronavirus and Candor

While some Republican push Trump for action, Ron Johnson lets administration officials testify behind closed doors.

The Myth of Nonpartisan Judicial Elections

They could hardly be more partisan. Time to rethink how we elect Supreme Court members?

The Courage of Mitt Romney

And the sad spectacle of Wisconsin Sen. Ron Jonnson.

Trump Running On The Economy

But warning signs are flashing nationally and in Wisconsin.

Trump Wants to Slash Social Security

If reelected will push for this. Has proposed $1.9 trillion cut in entitlement programs.

Bipartisan Medicaid Expansion in Kansas

A model for Wisconsin to follow, bringing more health care coverage to state.

How to Pass Expanded Medicaid Bill

Evers needs to be more strategic with Republicans.

Impeachment Depends on Facts

Republicans ignore them at their own —and America’s — peril.

Senator Baldwin Fights for Retirees

Her bill rescues Central States Pension Fund, which covers 400,000 workers, including 25,000 in this state.

Move Wisconsin Medicaid Expansion Forward

70 percent of Wisconsinites support Medicaid expansion. It would provide health insurance to those without, and save state millions.

Wisconsin Democrats and Republicans Split on Trump Impeachment

Democrats clear in call for impeachment inquiry, while Republicans have little to say.

Climate Crisis, Listen to Young People

Thousands of young people marched across the US demanding action to fight climate-change, will leaders listen?

Can a Democrat Succeed Duffy?

Yes, if the campaign is run on bread-and-butter issues that appeal to rural voters.

Will Ron Johnson Stand Up for Retirees?

Democratic bill protects state workers covered by troubled Central States Pension Fund. Will Johnson support it?

July 4th Belongs To America, Not Trump

President turning nonpartisan celebration for all Americans into a political promotion.

How Non-Partisan Are Supreme Court Races?

Not very, the data suggests. Is there any way to change this?

Congressional Oversight, Not Impeachment

Mueller report alarming. Much still needs to be uncovered, clarified on Trump and Russia.

Yes and No on Marijuana

Evers is right: No to full legalization but yes to medical cannabis, decriminalizing possession of small amounts.

How to Win in 2020

Neubauer campaign shows what not to do. Democrats must broaden coalition.

Better Roads Require Gas Tax Hike

No increase in 12 years. 50% of roads are in poor to mediocre condition.

Why GOP Should Back Medicaid Expansion

Voters want it, just like they opposed government shutdown. Republican legislators, take heed.

Why the Government Shutdown?

Paul Ryan could have stopped it but took the low road for Trump.

Is Gallagher A Reformer?

Wisconsin congressman proposes reforms, but ignores the elephant in the room.

October Surprise for Walker, Trump?

Trade war, declining market, junk health insurance may stick to both candidates.

Democrats Need Bread-And-Butter Issues

Republicans won’t protect workers pensions and health care, Democrats will.

Evers Could Benefit From Walker Fatigue

There is exhaustion with Walker’s ambition and relentless negative campaigns.

Is Walker a Russian Dupe?

Did he get Russian donations that were funneled through NRA?

Can Democrats Win State’s Swing Voters?

They voted for Obama and then Trump. Will they swing to Democrats in November?

No, It’s Not About Impeachment

Midterm elections are about assuring checks and balances. Any move to impeach must be bipartisan.

Tommy Predicts Walker Could Lose Big

“President should not be a bully,” Thompson says, and that will hurt GOP.

Is Trump Normalizing Nuclear Weapons?

Proposed 10-fold increase in weapons, study of how to survive nuclear bomb.

The Legacy of Marc Raskin

Remembering the Milwaukee native, Nixon “enemy” and leading liberal policy wonk.

Tax Cuts Pass Under Dark Clouds

Secrecy and lies used to pass it. How much will Trump, Ron Johnson personally benefit?

Contribution to Tom Barrett of $200

Rojo Is a Trump-Style Loose Cannon

Ron Johnson insults McCain, supports Trump’s reckless rhetoric on North Korea.

Trumpcare Can Be Stopped

It drastically reduces health coverage. Senate could, should resist it.

Ryan Should Rescind Endorsement of Trump

The Party of Lincoln is dying, but Paul Ryan doesn’t get it.

Contribution to Tom Barrett of $250