Charles Franklin has been director of the Marquette Law School Poll since it started in 2012. He became a full-time member of Marquette University’s faculty in 2013. Previously he was a professor of political science at the University of Wisconsin – Madison starting in 1992.
In 2005 Franklin co-founded Pollster.com, a website for the analysis of polling data.
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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
The Rise of Absentee Ballots
Just 12% of all ballots in 2004, could hit 33% in 2020.
Oct 1st, 2018 by Steven Walters
More Foxconn Bells and Whistles
They want a new venture fund and UW-Madison fund -- all subsidized by our taxes.
Sep 5th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Why Walker Must Go Negative
Governor is so unpopular he must bludgeon his opponent or change his identity. Or both.
Aug 28th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Walker, Evers Tied in Governor’s Race
And Vukmir just behind Baldwin in race for Senator, as challengers gain momentum.
Aug 23rd, 2018 by Laurel White
23 Election Winners and Losers
Beyond the vote totals, who were the other winners and losers in yesterday’s election?
Aug 15th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Foxconn Plays Politics for Walker?
Company's iffy "innovation centers" in Eau Claire, Green Bay could help reelect governor.
Jul 26th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Poll Good News for Evers, Vukmir
Evers lead widens in gubernatorial primary, Vukmir nudges ahead of Nicholson.
Jul 19th, 2018 by Shawn Johnson
Voters Unhappy About Tariffs, State Roads
Marquette poll shows low support for Trump tariffs and outstate concern about roads.
Jul 19th, 2018 by Chuck Quirmbach
Foxconn Deal Has Divided the State
Even Republicans disagree about the deal.
Jul 2nd, 2018 by Steven Walters
Candidates for Governor Hold Debate
But not on TV. And not every Democratic candidate. So who won?
Jun 19th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Why Walker Waved Red “Danger” Sign
He's experienced a wave election before, but that time it helped him.
Apr 9th, 2018 by Steven Walters
School Safety Bill Renews Gun Debate
81% of voters favor background checks. Democrats support, Republicans oppose them.
Mar 12th, 2018 by Steven Walters
Can Democrats Win State Senate?
Schachtner win gives hope. But everything would have to go right.
Jan 22nd, 2018 by Steven Walters
Can Walker Win Reelection?
And what’s the secret -- so far -- of his success?
Nov 13th, 2017 by Steven Walters
Walker Retreats From Foxconn Deal
It was supposed to assure his reelection. What happened?
Nov 9th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Marquette Law School to launch Lubar Center with first look at new Milwaukee Area Project
The Milwaukee Area Project thus seeks to examine and report on public opinion, public policy, and conditions throughout the region.
Oct 17th, 2017 by Marquette University
Medicaid’s Future A Key Campaign Issue
Republicans want big cuts. Democrats don’t. Likely issue in 2018.
Jul 5th, 2017 by Steven Walters
Sheldon and Marianne Lubar give $5.5 million gift to fund Marquette Law School public policy initiative
Law School establishes Lubar Center for Public Policy Research and Civic Education
Apr 25th, 2017 by Marquette University
Charles Franklin goes ‘On the Issues’ to present new Marquette Law School Poll
The Marquette Law School Poll is the most extensive statewide polling project in Wisconsin history.
Mar 13th, 2017 by Marquette University
Poll Analysis Shows How State Turned Red
Democrats had five percent edge in party identification in 2008 and 2012; that’s gone.
Dec 5th, 2016 by Steven Walters
15 Election Winners and Losers
Clarke to the cabinet? Should pollsters be fired? RoJo trumps Trump. And much more.
Nov 9th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
New Marquette Law School Poll finds Clinton leading Trump by 6 percentage points in Wisconsin; Senate race is virtually tied
Among Wisconsin likely voters, 46 percent support Hillary Clinton and 40 percent support Donald Trump.
Nov 2nd, 2016 by Marquette University
Charles Franklin goes ‘On the Issues’ to present final Marquette Law School Poll of 2016 election season
The Marquette Law School Poll is the most extensive statewide polling project in Wisconsin history.
Oct 25th, 2016 by Marquette University
New Marquette Law School Poll finds Wisconsin voters shifting support to Clinton after Trump video release
A new Marquette Law School Poll finds 44 percent of Wisconsin likely voters supporting Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton for president and 37 percent supporting Republican Donald Trump.
Oct 12th, 2016 by Marquette University
Why Wisconsin Needs Mexico
And how Trump’s get-tough policies will hurt the state.
Sep 13th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
New Marquette Law School Poll finds Clinton edge over Trump narrowing to pre-convention levels among Wisconsin voters
Among likely voters Clinton is supported by 45 percent and Trump by 42 percent in the new poll.
Aug 31st, 2016 by Marquette University
Marquette Law School to host conference on public policy and American drinking water
This conference will take an interdisciplinary approach to exploring the water-related legal, scientific, engineering and environmental issues that fill today’s news and touch all of our lives.
Aug 30th, 2016 by Marquette University
The Battle Over Charter Schools
NAACP declares opposition and is criticized by charter supporters like Howard Fuller.
Aug 23rd, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Wisconsin “Undecided” in Presidential Election?
One in five are undecided, independent or neither party voters in presidential race.
Jul 11th, 2016 by Steven Walters
New Marquette Law School Poll finds Clinton, Feingold leading
Majorities have negative views of presidential candidates
Jun 15th, 2016 by Marquette University
Can Challenger Defeat Paul Ryan?
Delavan businessman Paul Nehlen has Sarah Palin’s backing in bid for Ryan’s congressional seat.
May 16th, 2016 by Steven Walters
Who Will Win the Elections?
The turnout will be massive. And could result in upsets.
Apr 5th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Charles Franklin goes “On the Issues” to present new Marquette Law School Poll
The Marquette Law School Poll is the most extensive statewide polling project in Wisconsin history.
Mar 21st, 2016 by Marquette University
Charles Franklin goes “On the Issues” to present new Marquette Law School Poll
The Marquette Law School Poll is the most extensive statewide polling project in Wisconsin history.
Feb 15th, 2016 by Marquette University
Charles Franklin goes “On the Issues” to present new Marquette Law School Poll
The Marquette Law School Poll is the most extensive statewide polling project in Wisconsin history.
Jan 19th, 2016 by Marquette University
Marquette Law School and Milwaukee Journal Sentinel conference to examine future of the American public library
For generations, the public library has been a cornerstone of our democracy and a beloved cultural institution. But what about the future?
Oct 22nd, 2015 by Marquette University
Marquette Law School Poll finds Walker job approval at 37 percent, following presidential run
Trump takes GOP lead, Clinton holds Dem edge in Wisconsin
Sep 30th, 2015 by Marquette University
Charles Franklin goes “On the Issues” to present new Marquette Law School Poll
Franklin and Mike Gousha will go inside the numbers of the poll
Sep 22nd, 2015 by Marquette University
Harvard social sciences professor Sampson to present Boden Lecture, go “On the Issues” at Marquette Law School
Sampson will present “Neighborhood Inequality and Public Policy: What Can Milwaukee Learn from Chicago and Boston?”
Sep 11th, 2015 by Marquette University
Panel goes “On the Issues” to discuss Walker presidential campaign
In this hour-long conversation, we’ll take a closer look at Walker’s bid for national office with two award-winning reporters.
Aug 31st, 2015 by Marquette University
Charles Franklin goes “On the Issues” to present new Marquette Law School Poll
The Marquette Law School Poll is the most extensive statewide polling project in Wisconsin history.
Aug 11th, 2015 by Marquette University
New Marquette Law School Poll finds opportunities, limits to public support for cooperation in the Chicago “megacity”
Study of Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin residents explores attitudes on workforce training, funding for transportation and tourism, and neighborhood and police matters
Jul 28th, 2015 by Marquette University
Marquette Law School, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel conference to examine public attitudes toward collaboration in the Chicago ‘megacity’
New Marquette Law School Poll surveys residents of Wisconsin, Illinois and Indiana
Jul 14th, 2015 by Marquette University
Common Ground Lobbying Against Bucks Arena
Community organization is pushing city, county and state representatives to oppose public funding.
Jun 16th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
Conservative Power Rises in Senate
With the replacement of two key GOP moderates, Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald has far more power.
May 18th, 2015 by Steven Walters
Marquette Law School, College of Education to host half-day conference on critical K-12 education issues
The event is part of a continuing series of conferences on K–12 education sponsored by the Law School and College of Education, and is open to the public.
Apr 29th, 2015 by Marquette University
Bucks Arena Tough Sell for Outstate Legislators
Poll shows state residents outside metro Milwaukee and Madison oppose subsidy by 86% to 10%.
Apr 27th, 2015 by Steven Walters
Marquette Law School Poll finds Walker job approval down
Clinton leads presidential matchups; controversy over budget
Apr 16th, 2015 by Marquette University
Charles Franklin goes “On the Issues” to present first Marquette Law School Poll of 2015
Franklin has directed the poll since its inception in 2012 and joined the Marquette faculty on a full-time basis in August 2013.
Apr 8th, 2015 by Marquette University
Do Voters Support Republican Policies?
On some bills, yes. On others, no.
Mar 26th, 2015 by Bill Lueders
Walker Not Most Polarizing Pol
Polls show he is fourth most polarizing among state voters.
Jan 19th, 2015 by Steven Walters
Swing Voters Leave Hope for Democrats
They voted for Walker yet support accepting federal Medicaid increase and raising minimum wage.
Dec 8th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Why Burke’s Loss Was Inevitable
Burke's impact as a candidate was so negligible that Walker was almost running against himself. He had to hope the Walker lovers outnumbered his haters.
Nov 4th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Final pre-election Marquette Law School Poll finds Walker leading Burke in Wisconsin governor’s race
A new Marquette Law School Poll finds Republican Gov. Scott Walker leading Democratic challenger Mary Burke 50 percent to 43 percent among likely voters.
Oct 29th, 2014 by Marquette University
Charles Franklin goes “On the Issues” to present final pre-election Marquette Law School Poll
Charles Franklin, director of the Marquette Law School Poll, will unveil a final round of pre-election poll results in an upcoming “On the Issues with Mike Gousha.
Oct 22nd, 2014 by Marquette University
Walker Won Second Debate
But neither candidate can close the sale in election. Why?
Oct 21st, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Charles Franklin goes “On the Issues” to present new Marquette Law School Poll
Charles Franklin, director of the Marquette Law School Poll, will unveil a new round of poll results in an upcoming “On the Issues with Mike Gousha.”
Oct 6th, 2014 by Marquette University
The Massive Gender Gap in Gov’s Race
Walker does terrible with women. But Burke does far worse with men. Why?
Oct 2nd, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Charles Franklin goes “On the Issues” to present new Marquette Law School Poll
Charles Franklin, director of the Marquette Law School Poll, will unveil a new round of poll results in an upcoming “On the Issues with Mike Gousha.”
Sep 23rd, 2014 by Marquette University
New Marquette Law School Poll finds Wisconsin governor’s race remains statistical dead heat
The governor’s race remains statistical dead heat.
Sep 17th, 2014 by Marquette University
Charles Franklin goes “On the Issues” to present new Marquette Law School poll
Charles Franklin, director of the Marquette Law School Poll, will unveil a new round of poll results in an upcoming “On the Issues with Mike Gousha.”
Sep 10th, 2014 by Marquette University
Why Walker’s Liberal Campaign Tactics?
His ads target Burke for not being liberal enough. Is he desperate -- or crazy like a fox?
Jul 24th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Voters Oppose Walker’s Run for President
That's what three straight polls show. But experts doubt it will impact governor’s race.
Jun 2nd, 2014 by Steven Walters
New Marquette Law School Poll finds Wisconsin governor’s race tied
A new Marquette Law School Poll finds that the Wisconsin governor’s race has tightened to a dead heat.
May 21st, 2014 by Marquette University
Marquette Law School, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel to host one-day conference on political polarization
Marquette University Law School and the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel will host a one-day conference titled “Dividing Lines: Political Polarization and What it Means for Campaigns, Public Policy, and Political Engagement.”
May 6th, 2014 by Marquette University
Republicans Should Retain Legislature This Fall
Democrats hope to retake Senate but their chances don't look good.
Apr 23rd, 2014 by Bill Lueders
Casualties of War
The war over Act 10 may be a key reason 46% of legislators have left or will leave in just over two years.
Apr 14th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Hispanics Could Be Critical in Governor’s Race
And Walker is reaching out to them.
Nov 25th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Walker’s Year Of Political Danger
Weak poll results and tricky issues face the governor in the year before he runs.
Nov 4th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Marquette Law School Poll shows Walker in tight race with Burke for Wisconsin governor in 2014
A new Marquette Law School Poll finds that, just over a year from the election, the 2014 Wisconsin governor’s race is shaping up to be very competitive.
Oct 29th, 2013 by Press Release
Southeast Wisconsin Rules the Capitol
Almost every Republican -- and Democratic -- leader is from a small part of the state.
Sep 16th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Gov. Walker’s Gender Gap
Men approve and women disapprove of him by large margins. Could that decide 2014 election?
Jul 29th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Mystery Behind the MU Law School Poll
MU's pollster calls Ald. Kovac's radio show. Is she from the "East Coast," as MU says, or India?
Mar 20th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Marquette Law School Poll shows range of public views of charter schools in Wisconsin
A statewide Marquette Law School Poll conducted March 11-14 finds that voters view charter schools as enabling more choice in education options but are doubtful that students learn more in charter schools than in public schools.
Mar 20th, 2013 by Marquette University
25 Winners and Losers
The list is long (and fun). This was a campaign with real consequences.
Nov 8th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
The Rise of MU Law School
How it became the state's leading pollster and a high profile place for public forums.
Oct 19th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Stealth Conservatives
Bradley-funded think tank changes its polls and subsidizes Journal Sentinel’s right-wing columnist.
Oct 11th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
