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Huge Drop in Refugees Resettled Since 2016
Wisconsin resettled 480 refugees in 2019, compared to nearly 1,877 in 2016.
Jan 12th, 2020 by Will Cushman
The Return of Texas v. U.S.
Case could kill ACA, leave 18 million without health insurance. Which states would be hurt most?
Jan 9th, 2020 by Bruce Thompson
Trump Picks Camp David Over Milwaukee
G7 summit to be held at Presidential retreat, not downtown Milwaukee site Barrett offered.
Dec 6th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Could Doyle Have Saved High Speed Rail?
And could the state still get it some day? Last in a series.
Nov 29th, 2019 by Bridgit Bowden and Shawn Johnson
How Republicans Became Anti-Train
The politics of resentment replaced business-oriented development, as Tommy Thompson would learn. Part 8 of series.
Nov 15th, 2019 by Bridgit Bowden and Shawn Johnson
The Charter School Dilemma
They perform better and are supported by most black voters — but opposed by most white Democrats.
Nov 13th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
Behind Wisconsin’s Abandoned High Speed Rail
Former Gov. Tommy Thompson laid groundwork for the project that Gov. Scott Walker killed.
Oct 9th, 2019 by Bridgit Bowden and Shawn Johnson
Junior Achievement of Wisconsin Presents Annual Volunteer Awards
2019-2020 JA State Board Members Announced
Sep 27th, 2019 by Junior Achievement of Wisconsin
Local Anti-War Protestors Keep Pushing
America has been at war since 2001. Local activists continue their call for peace.
Jun 18th, 2019 by Isiah Holmes
The Curious Job of Lieutenant Governor
Mandela Barnes finding out there is no manual — and few certainties — for the job.
Jun 10th, 2019 by Steven Walters
Hispanic Convention Should Draw 20,000 People
League of United Latin American Citizens will celebrate 90th anniversary with July convention held in Milwaukee.
May 15th, 2019 by Ana Martinez-Ortiz
Movie “Vice” Distorts Cheney, Rumsfeld
I knew them both. Movie is a distorted hit job on two long-serving patriotic Americans.
Jan 22nd, 2019 by John Torinus
Sensenbrenner Reintroduces the Disability Integration Act
"I am proud to again sponsor the House version of this strong, bipartisan bill."
Jan 15th, 2019 by U.S. Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner
Vos and Fitzgerald Trash Urban Voters
Affirming the alignment of Republicans with voters from shrinking counties.
Dec 26th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Sensenbrenner’s Second Chance Reauthorization Act Sent to President’s Desk as Part of Bipartisan Criminal Justice Reform Package
"Republicans and Democrats coming together to pass criminal justice reform is a monumental victory for the American people..."
Dec 20th, 2018 by U.S. Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner
Republican Power Grab Unprecedented
Legislators “don’t trust” newly elected governor, so they want to take away Evers’ power.
Dec 10th, 2018 by State Sen. Chris Larson
How Thompson Grew State Prisons
Number of prisoners rose from 4,867 to 20,536 under Gov. Thompson. Now he wants reform.
Oct 8th, 2018 by Steven Walters
Tommy Could Help Create Prison Reform
Thompson, former Republican governor, regrets increase in incarceration, could team with Democratic reformers.
Sep 17th, 2018 by Ald. Cavalier “Chevy” Johnson
Making Wisconsin More Like Texas
Schimel and Walker support changes in Affordable Care Act most voters oppose. Why?
Sep 12th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Guide to Republican Candidates
Republican U.S. Senate duel leads the way on Tuesday's ballot.
Aug 13th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
How Government Helps the Economy
A government safety net is the best way of assuring the economy can evolve and grow.
Aug 1st, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Vukmir, Nicholson Debate, Both Back Trump
Neither criticized anything president has done, no major disagreements between candidates.
Jul 27th, 2018 by Shawn Johnson
How Trump Threatens State’s Exports
As parties flip-flop on free trade, can Wisconsin’s export economy be protected?
Jul 5th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
A New Low for Leah Vukmir?
GOP candidate for Senate smears Sen.Baldwin, branding her a “terrorist.”
May 10th, 2018 by Chris Walker
Legality of Foxconn’s Water Use At Issue
New York and Michigan officials question whether Lake Michigan water diversion only for residential users.
Apr 22nd, 2018 by Scott Gordon
Sensenbrenner Receives Award for Work on Second Chance Act
"I’m grateful to accept this award and look forward to seeing this important legislation reauthorized this year."
Apr 18th, 2018 by U.S. Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner
Milwaukee Board of School Directors Selects Interim Superintendent
Veteran educator Dr. Keith P. Posley to lead district
Apr 13th, 2018 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Governor Walker Welcomes President Trump’s Aggressive Actions to Secure America’s Southern Border
Illegal flow of drugs across southern border is a threat to Wisconsin
Apr 9th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Where The Great Lakes Compact Ends and Wisconsin Law Begins
Why the Waukesha and Foxconn water diversions involve different rules.
Apr 5th, 2018 by Scott Gordon
A Federal Jobs Guarantee?
NY Senator Gillibrand is pushing idea. Polls show people favor it.
Mar 28th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Where Are Wage Gains Ryan Promised?
Companies aren’t delivering -- and never promised -- the salary hikes Republicans touted.
Mar 22nd, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
HUD Awards $240,000 to Local Group
SET Ministry, the state's only grant winner, works with public housing residents.
Feb 13th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
History Gives Walker Slim Odds to Win
State voters rarely elect a gubernatorial candidate whose party holds the presidency.
Feb 13th, 2018 by Dr. Eric Ostermeier
Will Federal Tax Plan Succeed?
Past economic data suggests it won’t. And voters think it will fail.
Jan 10th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Measuring How Polarized We Are
That’s what Craig Gilbert is doing, as he discusses with Mike Gousha.
Nov 21st, 2017 by Dave Fidlin
Law Prof Calls for Sentencing Reform
75 million adults have criminal records, lose many rights, disqualified from jobs.
Nov 15th, 2017 by Margo Kirchner
State Sees Rise in Hate Groups
Increase in anti-Semitic, racist incidents reflects national increase in hate groups.
Nov 13th, 2017 by Mukhtar Ibrahim
Should State Look Beyond Manufacturing?
Rustbelt jobs have steadily declined since 1990. State should look elsewhere for answers.
Sep 6th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
Evers vs. Walker Would Be Historic Race
One of few times in history two incumbent state officials oppose each other.
Jul 31st, 2017 by Dr. Eric Ostermeier
Reps. Sensenbrenner and Conyers Reintroduce Bipartisan Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2017
"Every American – no matter the color of their skin – needs to know that we understand their right to vote is sacred."
Jul 13th, 2017 by U.S. Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner
The Medicare Advantage
It has consumer choice, competition and lower costs. A better model than Medicaid.
Jun 30th, 2017 by John Torinus
Governor Walker Appoints District I Court of Appeals Judge
"Judge Dugan is an outstanding judge, and I’m thrilled to appoint him to the District I Court of Appeals."
Oct 27th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Appoints Judge Mac Davis and Judge Robert Kinney to Ethics Commission
Both majority and minority party leadership submitted three names each. Two of the minority party’s nominees withdrew their names from consideration.
Jun 9th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
