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Former Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice David Prosser Dies
Prosser served nearly 2 decades on high court after 18 years as a legislator.
Dec 2nd, 2024 by Sarah LehrBiden Calls For Supreme Court Ethics Overhaul
'Crisis of ethics' at court says President. Wisconsin's court governed by different rules.
Aug 3rd, 2024 by Rich KremerFeuding Supreme Court Justices Need a Break
Will a summer vacation cool tempers of three conservatives vs four liberals?
Jul 1st, 2024 by Steven WaltersWisconsin Supreme Court Drops Prosser, Renames Law Library for State’s First Female Attorney
Conservative justice Rebecca Bradley calls move “petty.”
Jun 21st, 2024 by Henry RedmanDid Leonard Leo Save Scott Walker?
Federalist Society leader helped elect Wisconsin justices who killed John Doe probe.
Jan 2nd, 2024 by Bruce MurphyJudge Dismisses Lawsuit About Assembly Speaker’s Impeachment Panel
Judge says Vos, panel violated open meeting laws, but lawsuit was filed prematurely.
Nov 30th, 2023 by Henry RedmanCourt Orders Former Judge Roggensack To Produce Records Used To Advise Vos On Impeachment
Lawsuit challenges shrouded nature of how 3 judges guided Vos on possibly impeaching Judge Protasiewicz.
Nov 10th, 2023 by Sarah LehrWill U.S. Supreme Court Rule on State’s Voting Maps Fight?
Robin Vos warns high court will have 'last word.' Experts have their doubts.
Oct 16th, 2023 by Rich KremerWhy Protasiewicz Decided Not to Recuse
Her 47-page decision makes strong argument against any justice recusing.
Oct 16th, 2023 by Steven WaltersVos Says Impeaching Janet Protasiewicz Still An Option
Two former justices advised Assembly Speaker not to pursue it.
Oct 12th, 2023 by Rich KremerRepublicans Back Off On Impeaching Protasiewicz
Former justice Prosser advises Vos against it. Some GOP state senators agree.
Oct 11th, 2023 by Henry RedmanFair Maps Advocates Condemn GOP Redistricting Plan
Still battling, Vos says U.S. Supreme Court will make Protasiewicz recuse.
Oct 10th, 2023 by Anya van WagtendonkWisconsin Democrats on Findings of Secret GOP Impeachment Panel
Oct 10th, 2023 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Prosser Won’t Name Others Advising On Protasiewicz Impeachment
American Oversight has sued, demanding Vos name other members of panel.
Sep 30th, 2023 by Deneen SmithThe Legal Trickery of Robin Vos
Using every pseudo-legal tactic to fight fair maps and muzzle Justice Protasiewicz.
Sep 27th, 2023 by Bruce MurphyDo Act 12 Mandates Violate State Constitution?
Legislation enabling Milwaukee sales tax included restrictions that could be challenged.
Jul 26th, 2023 by Bruce ThompsonNational ‘Scam PACs’ Have State Roots
The operatives running them have connections to Scott Walker, Eric O’Keefe, and conservative groups.
May 23rd, 2023 by Bruce MurphyLiberals Winning State Supreme Court Races
They’ve now won three of last four races by big margins. What the data shows.
Apr 26th, 2023 by Bruce ThompsonThis Is First Liberal Wisconsin Supreme Court In Living Memory
Media says court was liberal 15 years ago. Dead wrong. This is a radical change.
Apr 17th, 2023 by Bill LuedersJanet Protasiewicz Defeats Kelly, Flips Supreme Court For Liberals
Her win creates liberal majority on Wisconsin's high court for first time in 15 years.
Apr 4th, 2023 by Shawn JohnsonHow Wisconsin Became Wild West of Campaign Spending
In just 20 years quiet nonpartisan Supreme Court races turned into something ugly.
Apr 3rd, 2023 by Steven WaltersNew State GOP Chair Involved with Fake Electors
Brian Schimming went on talk radio to defend ‘peaceful protests’ at January 6 Capitol riot.
Feb 1st, 2023 by Bruce MurphyHow State Supreme Court Races Got So Partisan
Outside groups spent $27,000 on 2003 race. By 2020 that rose to $5 million.
Dec 17th, 2022 by Matt RothschildRon Johnson’s Campaign Hires Trump Recount Attorney
Jim Troupis attempted to get 220,000 ballots tossed, also implicated in fake electors scheme with Johnson.
Oct 19th, 2022 by Rich KremerWisconsin Court of Appeals Race Takes Partisan Turn
Donations from mega-donors, political action committees funding attack ads.
Apr 1st, 2022 by Henry RedmanJustice Thomas, Recusal And Wisconsin
U.S. and Wisconsin Supreme Court justices need not recuse no matter how flagrant the conflict of interest.
Mar 31st, 2022 by Matt RothschildRepublican Schools Colleagues on Election Lies
Elections chair Sen. Kathy Bernier runs 2.5 hour meeting with experts and verifiable facts.
Sep 12th, 2021 by Melanie ConklinState High Court Wary of Doing Redistricting
Conservative judges have made best arguments against acceding to Republicans’ wishes.
Sep 6th, 2021 by Ruth ConniffBig Money Is Taking Over the Courts
Wealthy, right-wing interests are assaulting the integrity of the judiciary.
Jul 29th, 2021 by Ruth ConniffLaw Professor to Run for Attorney General
UW-Madison’s Ryan Owens the second Republican to enter race against Josh Kaul.
Apr 19th, 2021 by Laurel WhiteGrogan’s Smear Campaign Against Davis
Her fear mongering ads in Court of Appeals race mislead voters about jurisprudence and the Constitution.
Apr 4th, 2021 by Casey HoffGOP Group Targets Appeals Court Race
Spends $56,000 on candidate backed by Scott Walker, to defeat Evers appointee.
Mar 25th, 2021 by Wisconsin Democracy CampaignState Supreme Court Gets ‘F’ For Ethics
Its recusal rule was written by groups the court is supposed to oversee.
Nov 22nd, 2020 by James RowenTone deaf appointment: Steve Baas to board chair of VISIT Milwaukee
Statement of Alderman Michael J. Murphy June 9, 2020
Jun 9th, 2020 by Ald. Michael Murphy12 Election Takeaways
How high was turnout, lawyers will be busy, girl power, streetcar wins again and a new council president?
Apr 14th, 2020 by Jeramey JanneneSupreme Decision
Karofsky v. Kelly, stakes are high in state Supreme Court race.
Mar 29th, 2020 by Bill LuedersSupreme Court Candidates Spar Over Integrity
Karofsky went after Kelly for the partisanship of his campaign and the state's high court at a debate Thursday.
Mar 13th, 2020 by Corrinne HessIt’s Kelly v. Karofsky for Supreme Court
Race could be tough: Candidates have accused each other of “corruption” and “disgusting slander”.
Feb 19th, 2020 by Shawn JohnsonState Supreme Court Candidates Battle at Debate
Fallone manages to stay on the outside as Karofsky and Kelly sling mud at each other.
Jan 31st, 2020 by Shawn JohnsonJustice Kelly Will Run For Full Term
Conservative appointed to Supreme Court by Walker will face two opponents in 2020.
May 29th, 2019 by Shawn JohnsonHigh Court Race 4th Closest in State History
Hagedorn’s margin of 0.495% is tighter than 121 of 125 state Supreme Court races since 1850s.
Apr 8th, 2019 by Dr. Eric OstermeierState Officials Gear Up for Election
Tuesday’s spring election not expected to have high turnout.
Apr 1st, 2019 by Bridgit BowdenHagedorn Also Running Against Abrahamson
Conservative Supreme Court candidate keeps bashing the liberal justice, who has cancer and is retiring.
Mar 25th, 2019 by Steven WaltersHagedorn Says He’ll Keep Politics Off Bench
High court candidate has faced weeks of controversy for writings on gays, abortion.
Mar 7th, 2019 by Corrinne HessBrian Hagedorn’s Questionable Judgement: Assault Accusations and Campaign Finance Law Fines Among Lowlights of Hagedorn Supporters
Campaign Touting Endorsement of Scandal Plagued Judges
Jan 22nd, 2019 by One Wisconsin NowFormer Wisconsin Supreme Court Justices Jon Wilcox and David Prosser Endorse Hagedorn for Supreme Court
"Like the justices who have lined up behind my campaign, I pledge to defend the rule of law, uphold the constitution, and protect the public on the Wisconsin Supreme Court."
Jan 22nd, 2019 by Brian HagedornState’s Voting Systems Are Vulnerable
They can be hacked, experts say, and 2016 Russian cyber attacks on state could be repeated in 2018.
Jul 30th, 2018 by Grigor AtanesianHigh Court Backs Evers Over Walker
Evers can hire his own attorney in legal battle rather than AG Schimel, as Walker insisted.
Jun 29th, 2018 by Shawn JohnsonCourt Race Replays Issues of 2011
Dallet vs Screnock a rerun of Kloppenburg vs Prosser for Supreme Court in 2011?
Apr 2nd, 2018 by Steven WaltersThe Long Arm of the WMC
Big business group wants to buy another high court justice, as WMC has admitted.
Mar 31st, 2018 by James RowenDallet Would Make History If Elected
6 of 7 state Supreme Court members would be women, highest percentage in American history.
Mar 30th, 2018 by Dr. Eric OstermeierDark Money’s High Court Candidate
Michael Screnock blows off candidate forums, bets on special interest money.
Jan 23rd, 2018 by Bruce MurphyVoter’s Choice, Burns vs. Dallet
Two Supreme Court candidates answer questions, but Screnock declines.
Jan 19th, 2018 by Gretchen SchuldtThe Rise of a Partisan Supreme Court
It’s supposed to be non-partisan. How and why did this change?
Dec 6th, 2017 by Bruce ThompsonEllis, Prosser Say Raise the Gas Tax
Two former Republican leaders urge current leaders to stand up to Walker.
Jul 31st, 2017 by Steven WaltersThe “Democrats Are Evil” Trap
National Review’s David French blames this for GOP loyalty to Trump. Let us consider the irony.
Jul 19th, 2017 by Bruce ThompsonGovernor Walker Appoints Carrie Schneider to Serve on the Outagamie County Circuit Court
Schneider dedicates time to protecting child victims and victims of domestic violence.
Jul 10th, 2017 by Gov. Scott WalkerIs Wisconsin Now a Red State?
With Ziegler victory, Democrats' decline, state now looks very red.
Apr 19th, 2017 by John TorinusTurnout Information for April 4 Spring Election
Wisconsin currently has 3,708,673 registered voters.
Apr 3rd, 2017 by Wisconsin Elections CommissionPat Roggensack On the Warpath
Supreme Court chief justice slams Journal Sentinel, Janine Geske, and others.
Mar 9th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy54 Judges’ Powerful Case for Recusal
Their petition lays bare the problem. State Supreme Court hasn’t responded.
Jan 25th, 2017 by Bruce ThompsonWhy Ziegler Has No Opponent
Overwhelming dark money advantage and Democratic fatigue are factors.
Jan 9th, 2017 by Steven WaltersTop 10 Political Stories of 2016
Trump’s Wisconsin win, of course. But what else?
Dec 26th, 2016 by Steven Walters10 Strangest Things About State Recount
Crazy cost estimates, murky legal issues, Green Party spats, and much more.
Dec 1st, 2016 by Bruce MurphyDonald Trump Is Scott Walker’s Apprentice on Phony Voter Fraud Claims
‘Will Walker Finally Admit He Was Trying to Rig Elections With Voter Suppression Bills?’
Oct 17th, 2016 by One Wisconsin NowSecrecy and the John Doe Probe
Did secrecy hurt the investigation? Will courts release the info now that the case is over?
Oct 12th, 2016 by Bruce ThompsonThe Hypocrisy of the WMC
Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce wants no judge recusals -- except when it benefits them.
Oct 6th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy13 Lessons The Guardian Taught Us
Or how Scott Walker corrupted Wisconsin, as the leaked Doe documents reveal.
Oct 4th, 2016 by Bruce MurphyLeaked documents show waste of millions just to stir GOP voters
Statement from Alderman Michael J. Murphy---September 16, 2016
Sep 16th, 2016 by Ald. Michael MurphyDocuments From Political Corruption Investigation Reveal Gov. Walker’s Allies Intentionally Made Baseless Claims of Voter Fraud to Question Election Results
Actions Show ‘Utter Contempt for Our Democracy’
Sep 15th, 2016 by One Wisconsin Now95% of Wisconsin State Judges Are White
State trails 43 states in judicial diversity, study shows, while near the top in black incarceration.
Aug 1st, 2016 by Gretchen SchuldtWalker’s Bizarre Choice for High Court
From a state with countless judges, he picks a crackpot lawyer named Daniel Kelly.
Jul 28th, 2016 by Bruce MurphyGovernor Walker Appoints Daniel Kelly to the Wisconsin Supreme Court
As a founding member of the law firm Rogahn Kelly, Daniel Kelly is recognized as a leader in Wisconsin’s legal community.
Jul 22nd, 2016 by Gov. Scott WalkerRep. Wachs Statement on Kelly Supreme Court Appointment
“To say that I’m disappointed in Governor Walker’s appointment of Dan Kelly would be an understatement.”
Jul 22nd, 2016 by State Rep. Dana WachsMoney Talks: Gov. Walker to Appoint Former Attorney for Major Right-Wing Donors’ Foundation
What Daniel Kelly Lacks in Judicial Experience He Makes Up For in Connections to Big Money and Right-Wing Extremism
Jul 22nd, 2016 by One Wisconsin NowThe Further Adventures of John Doe
U.S. Supreme Court signals it might take appeal of decision shutting down John Doe probe.
Jul 22nd, 2016 by Bruce ThompsonGovernor Walker Appoints Clayton Kawski to Dane County Circuit Court
"Clayton Kawski has established himself as an attorney of high integrity and intellect in the Madison legal community."
Jul 15th, 2016 by Gov. Scott WalkerThe Radical State Supreme Court?
Three cases reveal the court overruling precedent while claiming it isn’t.
Jul 7th, 2016 by Bruce ThompsonHere Lies the Government Accountability Board
Whether GAB should be praised or damned depends on who you ask.
Jun 27th, 2016 by Steven WaltersGovernor Walker Announces Finalists for Wisconsin Supreme Court
Governor Walker will now interview the three finalists and make his selection prior to Justice Prosser’s retirement.
Jun 22nd, 2016 by Gov. Scott WalkerThe Plot Thickens In John Doe
Did State Supreme Court try to sabotage appeal of its Doe ruling to US Supreme Court?
May 12th, 2016 by Bruce MurphyDid John Doe Threaten High Court?
Two Supreme court justices were deeply implicated in probe, yet voted to shut it down.
May 10th, 2016 by Bruce ThompsonGovernor Walker Releases Statement on Justice David Prosser’s Retirement
"Justice Prosser has faithfully served the state of Wisconsin for decades."
Apr 27th, 2016 by Gov. Scott WalkerWho Will Win the Elections?
The turnout will be massive. And could result in upsets.
Apr 5th, 2016 by Bruce MurphyAre Conservative Groups Hiding Campaign Spending?
Anti-Kloppenburg ads could be funded by Wisconsin Manufacturers and Club for Growth
Mar 30th, 2016 by Matt RothschildCaperton Rule Could Kill John Doe Decision
State high court’s Doe ruling runs afoul of U.S. Supreme Court decision on judicial conflicts.
Mar 16th, 2016 by Bruce ThompsonGreen Bay Key In Supreme Court Race
Kloppenburg vs. Bradley echoes Prosser race, which was decided by Fox Valley voters.
Mar 7th, 2016 by Steven WaltersLawyers Grill Supreme Court Candidates
And what a lively forum it was. Here is the truth about the candidates, so help us God.
Jan 28th, 2016 by Michael HorneRoggensack Weakens Judicial Watchdog?
Chief justice appoints GOP operative sanctioned by federal court to Judicial Commission.
Jan 4th, 2016 by Bruce ThompsonFive Things to Watch For in 2016
Will Rebecca Bradley win? Can Democrats re-take the senate? Will Walker get a different job?
Jan 4th, 2016 by Steven WaltersThe Mysterious Silence of John Chisholm
His unwillingness to answer challenges to John Doe raises questions.
Sep 9th, 2015 by Bruce ThompsonWhy Prosecutor Should Appeal John Doe Case
State Supreme Court had huge conflict, Schmitz should appeal to U.S. Supreme Court.
Aug 5th, 2015 by Matt RothschildThe Tragedy of David Prosser
Recusal ruling adds to his image as the symbol of a dysfunctional Supreme Court.
Aug 4th, 2015 by Bruce MurphyWill Walker Kill Government Accountability Board?
He risks having a new, untried agency run 2016 spring and fall presidential elections.
Jul 27th, 2015 by Steven WaltersDoe Decision “Overrules” U.S. Supreme Court
Wisconsin justices knew coordination was occurring. So they simply tried to rewrite federal law.
Jul 22nd, 2015 by Bruce ThompsonWhy Crooks Opposed Court’s John Doe Ruling
He votes 90% of time with conservatives, but blasted Gableman’s majority opinion.
Jul 21st, 2015 by Bruce MurphyWisconsin Democracy Campaign Condemns State Supreme Court Ruling in John Doe II
“It is not only regrettable; it is downright dangerous,” said Matt Rothschild, the executive director of the Wisconsin Democracy Campaign.
Jul 16th, 2015 by Wisconsin Democracy CampaignLady MacBeth of the Supreme Court
Pat Roggensack has shamed herself and the high court in the ugly way she’s handled her elevation to chief justice.
May 7th, 2015 by Bruce MurphyShirley Abrahamson Against the World
Chief Justice’s fight against a constitutional change to demote her is a minor issue. So why such a juicy battle involving so many conservatives?
Apr 16th, 2015 by Bruce MurphyWill Voters End Era of “Shirley’s Court”?
Shirley Abrahamson has been chief justice for 19 years, but controversial referendum question could end her reign.
Apr 6th, 2015 by Steven WaltersCan Daley Beat Bradley for Supreme Court?
Challenger could get lots of right-wing money, but that may not be enough in this case.
Mar 26th, 2015 by Bruce MurphyJustice Bradley Has Republican-Leaning Challenger
April election pits 20-year liberal incumbent against circuit court judge getting Republican Party support.
Mar 11th, 2015 by Bill LuedersSupreme Court Justices for Sale
There may be no supreme court in America that’s more corrupted by conflicts of interest.
Feb 19th, 2015 by Bruce MurphyThe “We Hate Shirley” Amendment
Republicans' constitutional amendment to end seniority as method to choose chief justice is a shot at Shirley Abrahamson, opponents argue.
Jan 20th, 2015 by Bill LuedersWI State Supreme Court Allows Government to Obtain “Harassment Injunction” Against Protester
Recognizes injunctions must be clear and narrow when speech involved.
Jul 16th, 2014 by American Civil Liberties Union of WisconsinHow Walker Worries About Polls
His book shows he frequently adjusts strategy based on poll results.
Dec 2nd, 2013 by Steven WaltersThe New Right-Wing Media
The state is a national leader in creating new conservative publications.
Oct 22nd, 2013 by Bruce MurphySupreme Court Decisions Favor Lawyers Who Donate
Study shows justices don't recuse in 98% of cases involving attorneys and Abrahamson gets the most money.
Oct 21st, 2013 by Jake HarperGovernor Walker Shapes State Labor Board
All three appointees on little known, powerful labor board now appointed by Republican Governor
Aug 15th, 2013 by Bill LuedersMore Power for Pat?
Roggensack’s reelection solidifies her power and that of the conservative bloc she often leads.
Apr 5th, 2013 by Bruce MurphyCan Fallone Beat Roggensack?
Pat Roggensack leads the Supreme Court's conservative bloc and may be its most powerful justice. Ed Fallone blames a "dysfunctional court" on her.
Mar 21st, 2013 by Bruce MurphyHigh Court Race May Cost Millions
Roggensack's reelection effort will determine if Supreme Court retains a conservative majority. Millions could be spent on both sides.
Feb 13th, 2013 by Bill LuedersIs David Skiles Stalling Efforts to Save the Bucks?
Community leaders seem to agree the Bradley Center and Wisconsin Center should combine forces to save the Milwaukee Bucks.
Jun 20th, 2001 by Bruce Murphy