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Trump’s Dismal Record on the Economy
The data shows the worst performance of any president since World War II.
Mar 3rd, 2021 by Bruce Thompson10 Republicans Accused of Voter Fraud
Meet the folks who wanted to overturn Wisconsin’s election. Legal complaint says they committed crimes.
Feb 16th, 2021 by Bruce MurphyIn Praise of Biden’s Press Secretary
Jennifer Psaki brings credibility — remember that? — back to the job.
Jan 28th, 2021 by Gregory HumphreyWisconsin Is America’s Plurality King
Biden won state with less than a majority, the 14th such result for Wisconsin, the nation’s leader.
Dec 14th, 2020 by Dr. Eric OstermeierThe Republican Push For Autocracy
Analysis shows GOP now resembles authoritarian parties in Hungary and Turkey.
Nov 18th, 2020 by Bruce ThompsonLawsuit Seeks to Invalidate Votes in Milwaukee County
Suit uses anonymous sources to allege voter fraud.
Nov 13th, 2020 by Shawn JohnsonState’s Past Votes Could Foretell 2020 Result
Wisconsin has had two kinds of presidental elections. Which one this time?
Nov 2nd, 2020 by Graham KilmerKavanaugh Opinion on State’s Election Called “Ominous”
Supreme Court justice echoes Trump’s view that election day must decide final vote.
Oct 28th, 2020 by Ruth ConniffWill Evers Run for Second Term?
He’s had no time to think about that, he says. Why his reelection won’t be easy.
Oct 19th, 2020 by Steven WaltersJudge Rejects Challenge to Election Grants
Conservative group argued against cities accepting private grants for election activities.
Oct 15th, 2020 by Shawn JohnsonLessons From the 1918 Influenza Plague
‘We have done such a poor job.' Wisconsin was a leader in 1918, says historian.
Sep 21st, 2020 by Jake ZuckermanTrump Has Enormous “Emergency” Powers
1978 law gives president 123 statutory powers. He could round up a lot of people, a lot of groups.
Jul 27th, 2020 by Matt RothschildThe Party of Lincoln No More
Johnson, Grothman, Tiffany redefine Republican Party in an un-Abe-like way.
Jul 26th, 2020 by James RowenAppeals Court Upholds Early Voting Restriction
Overrules federal district court, upholds Republican restrictions on voting in Wisconsin.
Jun 30th, 2020 by Shawn JohnsonUW Tests Tommy’s Legacy As a ‘Builder”
Former governor has huge legacy of bipartisan success, but leading UW won’t be easy.
Jun 29th, 2020 by Steven WaltersTommy Thompson Named Interim UW System President
Former governor comes in after a controversial search process that lost its top candidate.
Jun 19th, 2020 by Rich KremerFormer Governor Tommy G. Thompson to serve as UW System Interim President
Appointment effective July 1
Jun 19th, 2020 by University of Wisconsin SystemHigh Rate of Turnover for School Superintendents
Some superintendents leap frog from district to district, advancing their career or salary.
Jun 15th, 2020 by Terry FalkHow Bad Is The Pandemic Recession?
The numbers tell a sobering story. Will policymakers learn from it?
Jun 10th, 2020 by Bruce ThompsonRepublican Anti-Trump Ad Hits State
Meet the Lincoln Project, led by past members of GOP campaigns, administrations.
May 12th, 2020 by Ruth ConniffBaldwin, Murray, Heinrich, Democrats to Scalia: Do Your Job and Protect Workers Before Reopening the Economy
As the Trump Administration pushes to reopen economy, Senate Democrats insist that worker protections must come first
Apr 30th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinTrump’s Decision to Kill
The President seems to have gotten away with murder, just like he said he would.
Jan 21st, 2020 by Bill ChristoffersonHuge Drop in Refugees Resettled Since 2016
Wisconsin resettled 480 refugees in 2019, compared to nearly 1,877 in 2016.
Jan 12th, 2020 by Will CushmanThe 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 ThompsonTrump Picks Camp David Over Milwaukee
G7 summit to be held at Presidential retreat, not downtown Milwaukee site Barrett offered.
Dec 6th, 2019 by Jeramey JanneneCould 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 JohnsonHow 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 JohnsonThe Charter School Dilemma
They perform better and are supported by most black voters — but opposed by most white Democrats.
Nov 13th, 2019 by Bruce ThompsonBehind 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 JohnsonJunior Achievement of Wisconsin Presents Annual Volunteer Awards
2019-2020 JA State Board Members Announced
Sep 27th, 2019 by Junior Achievement of WisconsinLocal Anti-War Protestors Keep Pushing
America has been at war since 2001. Local activists continue their call for peace.
Jun 18th, 2019 by Isiah HolmesThe Curious Job of Lieutenant Governor
Mandela Barnes finding out there is no manual — and few certainties — for the job.
Jun 10th, 2019 by Steven WaltersHispanic 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-OrtizMovie “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 TorinusSensenbrenner 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 SensenbrennerVos and Fitzgerald Trash Urban Voters
Affirming the alignment of Republicans with voters from shrinking counties.
Dec 26th, 2018 by Bruce ThompsonSensenbrenner’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 SensenbrennerRepublican 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 LarsonHow 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 WaltersTommy Could Help Create Prison Reform
Thompson, former Republican governor, regrets increase in incarceration, could team with Democratic reformers.
Sep 17th, 2018 by Common Council President Cavalier JohnsonMaking Wisconsin More Like Texas
Schimel and Walker support changes in Affordable Care Act most voters oppose. Why?
Sep 12th, 2018 by Bruce ThompsonGuide to Republican Candidates
Republican U.S. Senate duel leads the way on Tuesday's ballot.
Aug 13th, 2018 by Jeramey JanneneHow 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 ThompsonVukmir, Nicholson Debate, Both Back Trump
Neither criticized anything president has done, no major disagreements between candidates.
Jul 27th, 2018 by Shawn JohnsonHow Trump Threatens State’s Exports
As parties flip-flop on free trade, can Wisconsin’s export economy be protected?
Jul 5th, 2018 by Bruce ThompsonA New Low for Leah Vukmir?
GOP candidate for Senate smears Sen.Baldwin, branding her a “terrorist.”
May 10th, 2018 by Chris WalkerLegality 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 GordonSensenbrenner 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 SensenbrennerMilwaukee Board of School Directors Selects Interim Superintendent
Veteran educator Dr. Keith P. Posley to lead district
Apr 13th, 2018 by Milwaukee Public SchoolsGovernor 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 WalkerWhere The Great Lakes Compact Ends and Wisconsin Law Begins
Why the Waukesha and Foxconn water diversions involve different rules.
Apr 5th, 2018 by Scott GordonA Federal Jobs Guarantee?
NY Senator Gillibrand is pushing idea. Polls show people favor it.
Mar 28th, 2018 by Bruce ThompsonWhere Are Wage Gains Ryan Promised?
Companies aren’t delivering -- and never promised -- the salary hikes Republicans touted.
Mar 22nd, 2018 by Bruce MurphyHUD Awards $240,000 to Local Group
SET Ministry, the state's only grant winner, works with public housing residents.
Feb 13th, 2018 by Jeramey JanneneHistory Gives Walker Slim Odds to Win
State voters rarely elect a gubernatorial candidate whose party holds the presidency.
Feb 13th, 2018 by Dr. Eric OstermeierSensenbrenner Votes to Protect Abortion Survivors
Jan 19th, 2018 by U.S. Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner
Will Federal Tax Plan Succeed?
Past economic data suggests it won’t. And voters think it will fail.
Jan 10th, 2018 by Bruce ThompsonMeasuring How Polarized We Are
That’s what Craig Gilbert is doing, as he discusses with Mike Gousha.
Nov 21st, 2017 by Dave FidlinLaw Prof Calls for Sentencing Reform
75 million adults have criminal records, lose many rights, disqualified from jobs.
Nov 15th, 2017 by Margo KirchnerState Sees Rise in Hate Groups
Increase in anti-Semitic, racist incidents reflects national increase in hate groups.
Nov 13th, 2017 by Mukhtar IbrahimShould State Look Beyond Manufacturing?
Rustbelt jobs have steadily declined since 1990. State should look elsewhere for answers.
Sep 6th, 2017 by Bruce ThompsonEvers 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 OstermeierReps. 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 SensenbrennerThe Medicare Advantage
It has consumer choice, competition and lower costs. A better model than Medicaid.
Jun 30th, 2017 by John TorinusGovernor 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 WalkerGovernor 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