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Gerrymandering Is Built on Lies
Which is why the North Carolina plan was overruled. Wisconsin’s is very similar.
Sep 12th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
Kaul Says Lame Duck Law Costs Taxpayers
AG says legislative oversight stalls cases, makes lower settlements for taxpayers likely.
Sep 10th, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
Democrats’ Bill Repeals Lame Duck Law
Would end new requirement that Attorney General get Legislature’s approval for lawsuits.
Sep 6th, 2019 by Laurel White
Lame Duck Laws Hurting the State
Tying hands of Attorney General stalls 15 lawsuits, could cost taxpayers millions.
Sep 4th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Lame Duck Laws Opposed Overwhelmingly
Records show Legislature fielded nearly 48,000 contacts from people and 98% opposed lame duck laws.
Sep 4th, 2019 by Erik Gunn
Republicans Reject Attorney General Effort to Comply With Law They Passed
GOP Legislators Agreed to Confidentiality When Leaders Rigged District Lines for Their Benefit, Refuse Request By Democrat to Discuss Legal Action Potentially Benefiting Wisconsin
Aug 28th, 2019 by One Wisconsin Now
State Treasurer Backs Climate-Friendly Investing
“We believe in science” and “investment in renewable energy," Godlewski declares.
Aug 23rd, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
6 Questions for Legislators on Guns
How many state residents have guns? How many favor background checks, other laws?
Aug 12th, 2019 by Steven Walters
Clean Water a Deliberate Policy Choice
Walker administration cut the DNR, pushed deregulation and weaken farm inspections. Negatively impacting Wisconsin's water.
Aug 10th, 2019 by State Sen. Patty Schachtner
GOP Suit Slaps Kaul on Lame Duck Laws
AG contests lawsuit, calling it “attempt to undermine public safety in Wisconsin.”
Aug 2nd, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
Legislators Want to Protect ACA Coverage
Laws needed to assure health coverage continues if courts overrule it, Democrats say.
Jul 22nd, 2019 by Erik Gunn
Kaul Embraces Opens Records Policy
State Attorney General settles lawsuit, changes predecessor's policy of withholding emails.
Jul 1st, 2019 by Arn Pearson
DNA Evidence Backlog Greatly Reduced
Effort to reduce backlog yields results. Evers and Kaul want more funding for crime lab.
Jun 22nd, 2019 by Rich Kremer
Accused Polluter a Big Campaign Donor
Johnson Controls International’s subsidiary accused of releasing hazardous chemicals, contaminating drinking water.
Jun 15th, 2019 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Menard to Get Honorary Doctorate
First such degree by UW-Eau Claire goes to businessman, record polluter, big GOP donor.
May 23rd, 2019 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
CMD Wins Reversal of Restrictive DOJ Public Records Policy
Group obtains more than 3,000 records relating to former Attorney General Schimel’s war on the Affordable Care Act
May 21st, 2019 by Center for Media and Democracy
An Uphill Fight for ‘Lame Duck’ Challengers?
Wisconsin’s history shows legislative sessions are legal and necessary -- and the courts have backed them.
May 20th, 2019 by Steven Walters
Attorney General Kaul Files Lawsuit to Hold Purdue Pharma Accountable for Role in Opioid Crisis
After years of inaction by previous administration, Kaul and Evers take decisive steps
May 16th, 2019 by State Rep. Gordon Hintz
Kaul Sides With Environmentalists in Cases
Attorney General reverses DOJ position on lawsuits over dairy farm expansion, high-capacity wells.
May 4th, 2019 by Danielle Kaeding
EPA Hires Third Ex-Walker DNR Staffer
Regional EPA office in Chicago embraces Walker staffers, philosophy .
Apr 23rd, 2019 by James Rowen
What Is The Future of Health Care?
Who’s gained the most from ACA and why Medicare for All could be a trap.
Apr 10th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
Robin Vos Giving $500 an Hour Lawyers a Blank Check to Defend His Scheme to Rig the Rules for Foxconn
‘The Only Thing Wisconsin Taxpayers are Getting Out of These Republican Deals is Being Stuck With the Bill’
Feb 11th, 2019 by One Wisconsin Now
GOP May Resist Kaul on ACA Lawsuit
Attorney General wants to drop lawsuit, Republican legislators hint they won’t let him.
Feb 8th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
Texas Lawsuit Threatens Republicans
Vos and Fitzgerald support lawsuit overturning Obamacare, but voters don’t.
Feb 6th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
Unions Files Suit Against Lame Duck Laws
Second suit filed, argues Republicans violated state constitution.
Feb 5th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
One Wisconsin Now and Institute Announce New Executive Director
Analiese Eicher Hired as New Head of Wisconsin Progressive Research and Communications Organization
Jan 30th, 2019 by One Wisconsin Now
Evers Wants Reversal on ACA Suit
Will ask Attorney General Kaul to change state’s stance, says this won’t violate lame duck law.
Jan 10th, 2019 by Laurel White
Governor Walker Appoints St. Croix County Judge and Ashland County District Attorney
Governor Scott Walker today appointed Attorney Scott J. Nordstrand to serve as a judge on the St. Croix County Circuit Court and Attorney David Meany to the position of Ashland County District Attorney.
Jan 2nd, 2019 by Gov. Scott Walker
Health Care Ruling Exposes Republicans
Court ruling they sought ends six Obamacare provisions supported by big majorities, polls show.
Jan 1st, 2019 by Jon Peacock
Top 10 Stories of 2018 Affecting Democracy
How Wisconsin went forward -- and backward -- in democratic government.
Dec 29th, 2018 by Matt Rothschild
Kaul Calls Lame Duck Laws ‘Terrible’
Changes for Department of Justice will endanger public safety, new Attorney General says.
Dec 19th, 2018 by Mary Kate McCoy
Evers Has Many Advisers
And they are being asked to take on a huge agenda of possible reforms.
Dec 17th, 2018 by Steven Walters
State Medicaid Fraud Program Overreaches?
State claims millions saved, but some call it “bullying” of legitimate service providers.
Dec 16th, 2018 by Helu Wang and Dee J. Hall
5 Reasons for Republican Power Play
One key reason: they see Tony Evers as weak.
Dec 10th, 2018 by Steven Walters
How Walker Transformed Wisconsin’s Courts
One-third of all judges in state appointed by Republican governor.
Dec 3rd, 2018 by Steven Walters
Outside Groups Spent $61.5 Million on Election!
Smashes states previous mid-term record, $38.6 million in 2014. Both sides spent lavishly.
Nov 30th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
WILL disagrees with legal analysis, prepared to fight for economic freedom
WILL disagrees with legal analysis, prepared to fight for economic freedom
Nov 26th, 2018 by Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty
Walker Makes Schimel a Waukesha County Judge
Defeated attorney general has “shown a commitment to the rule of law,” governor declares.
Nov 21st, 2018 by Laurel White
DPW Statement on Appointment of Brad Schimel to Waukesha County Circuit Court
"Wisconsinites overwhelmingly want their courts to be independent, but Scott Walker has nonetheless appointed a highly partisan Republican to the job."
Nov 20th, 2018 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Governor Walker Appoints Attorney General Brad Schimel to the Waukesha County Circuit Court
"Schimel has shown a commitment to the rule of law and the State of Wisconsin."
Nov 20th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Democrats’ Sweep of Statewide Offices Is Rare
First time since 1982, only third time in more than 125 years.
Nov 20th, 2018 by Dr. Eric Ostermeier
Schimel Concedes Election to Kaul
Republican attorney general won’t seek recount, lost by 17,000 votes to Democrat Josh Kaul.
Nov 20th, 2018 by Shawn Johnson
Josh Kaul Reacts to Attorney General Brad Schimel’s Concession
Kaul thanks Schimel for his service
Nov 19th, 2018 by Josh Kaul
Evers Election Brings Changes to Capitol
Suddenly jobs for Democrats. And will Vos, Evers do deal on highway funding?
Nov 12th, 2018 by Steven Walters
Attorneys General Group Spent Big On Schimel
National Republican group spent $2.4 million on ads battering Democrat Josh Kaul, but he won anyway.
Nov 11th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Voters Demand Compromise
But are there issues Ever and Republicans could agree on? Yes.
Nov 9th, 2018 by John Torinus
Wisconsin Turns Out and (Early) Votes at Record Levels for 2018 Midterm Elections
‘Voters Vote, When Given the Opportunity to Vote’
Nov 8th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
Record Outside Group Spending, $36.5 Million
Republicans had 2-1 advantage in special interest spending, most of it for Walker.
Nov 8th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
State-Wide Dems Win Big!
Walker, Schimel’s special interest agenda repudiated by voters
Nov 7th, 2018 by Chris Taylor
Kaul Claims Victory for Attorney General
Schimel says it “appears” challenger has defeated him.
Nov 7th, 2018 by Shamane Mills, Sarah Whites-Koditschek and WPR Staff
33 Election Winners and Losers
Beyond the vote totals, who were the election’s other big winners and losers?
Nov 7th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Record Outside Spending in AG Race
Nearly $5 million, about five times higher than past record, spent on Schimel, Kaul.
Nov 5th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Post-One Wisconsin Institute Lawsuit, Voters Continue to Shatter Early Vote Records
‘Record Numbers Show When You Let Voters Vote, They Vote’
Nov 5th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Institute
Why Schimel’s Lawsuit Makes No Sense
Even conservatives suggest the AG’s suit against Affordable Care Act is bad law.
Nov 4th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
State of Wisconsin Granted Professional Licenses to Four Priests with Histories of Abuse
All four have been identified by the Archdiocese of Milwaukee as priests with substantiated histories of sexual abuse or misconduct.
Nov 2nd, 2018 by Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests
Scott Walker Gave Pedophile Ex-Priests Professional Licenses
Breach in Public Safety Overseen by Scott Walker Puts Sex Predators in Positions Where They Could Strike Again
Nov 2nd, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
Groups Urge Yes Vote on Legal Pot
ACLU, MICAH, WJI, several legislators back advisory referendum to legalize marijuana.
Nov 2nd, 2018 by Edgar Mendez
Kaul Leads Schimel in Campaign Dollars
Democratic challenger for AG raised $877,000 in last two months while Schimel raised $604,000.
Nov 1st, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
New Marquette Law School Poll finds Walker, Evers tied in Wisconsin’s race for governor
Baldwin leads Vukmir for Senate; close race for state attorney general
Oct 31st, 2018 by Marquette University
Scott Walker Lacks Ethics
That’s why four of his cabinet secretaries, including me, have condemned him.
Oct 31st, 2018 by Ed Wall
The Fight Against Gerrymandering
Advocates hope their Supreme Court case -- now being rewritten -- will succeed.
Oct 30th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Voters Could Return Divided Power to Capitol
But will it mean compromise -- or deadlocked government?
Oct 29th, 2018 by Steven Walters
Brad Schimel Fails Women, Victims
Reviewing the Attorney General’s record on rape and sexual harassment.
Oct 27th, 2018 by Louise Lyall
Will Brad Schimel Dress Up Like Scott Walker for Halloween?
State Attorney General Had Empty State Plane Come Fetch Him for Statewide Fly Around, Just Like Scott Walker
Oct 26th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
State Democrats Buried by Outside Funding
GOP express advocacy groups have spent $17.3 million compared to just $6.6 million by Democratic groups.
Oct 25th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Why Republicans Lie About Health Care
The reality is they can’t create an alternative way to cover pre-existing conditions.
Oct 24th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
The Strange Suit by Brad Schimel
Why try to end coverage of pre-existing conditions which 67% of Republicans support?
Oct 17th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Schimel Versus Kaul Part 3
In their third debate AG candidates disagree on nearly everything. Again.
Oct 17th, 2018 by Ximena Conde
Wisconsin Attorney General Schimel: Catholic Church “Experiment” in Which Sex Offenders Were Placed Back Into Ministry a “Mistake”
Contrary to his claims at Sunday’s debate, Schimel says he is now investigating the abuse, but he refuses to speak publicly with victims about it
Oct 16th, 2018 by Women’s March WI
Judge Goes Easy on Violent Cop
Milwaukee police officer kicked subdued suspect in the face, gets fine, 14 days in jail.
Oct 16th, 2018 by Gretchen Schuldt
Does Wisconsin Need an Alcohol Czar?
State struggles with host of issues involved in regulating the alcohol industry.
Oct 15th, 2018 by Steven Walters
Schimel and Kaul Debate The Issues
Candidates for Attorney General disagree on rape kits, opioids, Affordable Care Act.
Oct 14th, 2018 by Jenny Peek
Baldwin, Walker Lead in Latest MU Poll
Baldwin up 10% over Vukmir, Walker up by just 1% over Evers.
Oct 11th, 2018 by Shawn Johnson
Republicans Have 4-1 Spending Edge
Outside groups supporting GOP have spent $11 million, vs $2.5 million for Democratic candidates.
Oct 10th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
New Marquette Law School Poll finds tight race for Wisconsin governor, Baldwin leading in Senate contest
Wisconsin voters weigh in on Kavanaugh confirmation, Mueller investigation
Oct 10th, 2018 by Marquette University
The Incoherence of Scott Walker
His suddenly changing policies make for a confused campaign.
Oct 10th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Schimel Suit Cost Workers $23 Million
Suit he joined stopped 165,000 Wisconsin workers from getting overtime pay.
Oct 9th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Brad Schimel’s Pipeline to Campaign Cash
Nearly 40 Percent of August Contributions From Individuals to Attorney General’s Campaign Came from Michels Construction Family
Oct 8th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
Voter ID Lowered Turnout, Studies Show
Wisconsin, other states had lower turnout, especially by minority and college-age voters.
Oct 3rd, 2018 by Cameron Smith
Donald Trump Attacks Victim of Sexual Assault, Again. Scott Walker and Brad Schimel Silent, Again.
Top Republicans Choice: Denounce Appalling Behavior of Perpetuate Injustice With Silence
Oct 3rd, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin Helps Scott Walker Solve Legal Mystery
Apparently, Scott Walker forgot that HE is the “something” that could strip protections for his constituents with pre-existing conditions.
Oct 3rd, 2018 by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin
Attorney General Brad Schimel Puts the ‘AG’ in Swag
Records Reveal State Department of Justice Spending $80,000 on Promotional Material
Oct 1st, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
Obamacare Critics Offer Weak Alternatives
Bill supported by Gov. Walker won’t effectively cover pre-existing conditions.
Sep 28th, 2018 by Jon Peacock
Wisconsin Attorney General Debate to Air Live on WISN 12
WISN 12 and Marquette University Law School to Partner for Commitment 2018 Coverage
Sep 27th, 2018 by WISN 12
Brad Schimel Blames Sexual Assault Victim for Scaring Other Survivors, Puts Politics First
"I know Josh Kaul will stand up for survivors and make sure that dangerous criminals who commit these crimes are punished."
Sep 27th, 2018 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Making Insurance Fake Again
Trump and Walker plans let health insurers end coverage of pre-existing conditions, sell junk policies.
Sep 27th, 2018 by William L. Holahan and Charles O. Kroncke
Brad Schimel as Prosecutor on Sexual Assault Cases: Light Sentences and Alarming Comments About Victims
In One Case Schimel Downplayed Assault Telling Judge, ‘It Was Basically a First Date’
Sep 25th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
Attorney General Schimel Withholds Documents Related to His Legal War Against the Affordable Care Act
CMD files suit to obtain public records from Wisconsin DOJ
Sep 25th, 2018 by Center for Media and Democracy
New Marquette Law School Poll finds Evers, Baldwin with leads among Wisconsin voters
Trump at 42 percent approval, voters divided on how he has changed GOP
Sep 18th, 2018 by Marquette University
Schimel’s Spoils System
DOJ gag order on his employees shows the impact of ending civil service protections.
Sep 18th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Another Brad Schimel Blunder: Attorney General’s Pick to Run Office of School Safety Stands to Personally Profit From Fund She Oversees
‘Looks Like an All Around Sleazy Deal’
Sep 17th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
Another Attorney General Not Named Brad Schimel Sues Opioid Manufacturer
Republican Attorney General in Colorado Alleges Purdue Pharma ‘Fraudulent and Deceptive’ Practices Helped Create Opioid Crisis
Sep 15th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
Making Wisconsin More Like Texas
Schimel and Walker support changes in Affordable Care Act most voters oppose. Why?
Sep 12th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Brad Schimel Withholding Rape Kit Release Documents
‘Desperate and Incompetent Attorney General Trying to Cover His Tracks’
Sep 12th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
Schimel Say Rape Kit Backlog Ended
Critics charge attorney general shouldn’t have taken four years to fix the problem.
Sep 11th, 2018 by Laurel White
DNA Testing Delay in Double Homicide Case “Completely Unacceptable,” According to Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge
Former federal prosecutor and candidate for Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul said, “Brad Schimel has mismanaged the state crime labs.
Sep 10th, 2018 by Josh Kaul
Catching Up on Summer’s Political News
Summer’s over. Election looming. What do you need to know?
Sep 4th, 2018 by Steven Walters
Parties Spending $4.5 Million on AG Race
Republicans lead spending on Attorney General race, two-party total already exceeds 2014.
Sep 4th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Check Candidates’ Stance on Open Records
If they want your vote, shouldn’t they support transparency in government?
Sep 3rd, 2018 by Bill Lueders
Brad Schimel’s special interest backers go all in
RAGA dumps $2.5 million into race for floundering Schimel
Aug 28th, 2018 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
