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Business Owners React to THC Ban Approved by US Senate
Provision buried in funding bill could gut fast-growing Wisconsin industry.
Nov 12th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Liz Cheney Opposes Rep. Van Orden
She opposes Republican congressman because he was at U.S. Capitol on January 6.
Sep 30th, 2024 by Bill Kaplan
Trump Nominated, Running Mate Chosen on First Day of RNC
Quickly nominating Trump, approving his platform and VP candidate, U.S. Sen. J.D. Vance.
Jul 15th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Ziegler Still Pushing for Courts Security Agency
Chief Justice warns that courts must do a better job handling mentally ill offenders.
Nov 13th, 2023 by Steven Walters
Gallagher Won’t Challenge Baldwin for US Senate
A blow to GOP leaders who saw congressman as best shot to defeat Democrat in 2024.
Jun 10th, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
Is Baldwin Vulnerable? Or Unbeatable?
The pundits disagree. And who is the likely Republican opponent?
May 9th, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
Will The Real Paul Ryan Stand Up?
What his tarnished stature as Fox News board member reveals about the once golden GOP leader.
Mar 14th, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
Age of Voters Will Decide Election
Key fact: a vast difference in political views between those under and over age 40.
Oct 26th, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
Johnson Attacks Barnes For Security Costs
Costs for Lt. Governor's security rose, but decisions for this made by state protection officers.
Aug 31st, 2022 by Leah Treidler
Does Wisconsin Have Republicans With Integrity?
For instance, how about the four candidates for governor?
Jun 29th, 2022 by Bruce Thompson
State Leaders React to Overturning of Roe
Republicans celebrate, Democrats say they are ‘heartbroken’
Jun 25th, 2022 by Ruth Conniff
Investigation Continues in ’Targeted Killing’ of Judge
Accused killer’s list of targets included Gov. Evers, Mitch McConnell, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
Jun 7th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
The NRA Loves Ron Johnson
Wisconsin U.S. Senator has gotten $1.3 million in donations, just behind Mitch McConnell.
May 30th, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
No Joy In Seeing Robin Vos Booed
Assembly Speaker is jeered at Republican convention. Why? For upholding state law.
May 23rd, 2022 by Gregory Humphrey
What Do Voters Think About Abortion?
In Wisconsin and nationally, it depends on your partisan views and particularly, your religion.
May 11th, 2022 by Bruce Thompson
The 10 Worst Politicians of 2021
The competition was really stiff this year, but here are the very worst.
Dec 29th, 2021 by Dave Cieslewicz
Evers, Democratic Governors Push US Senate For Voting Rights Bill
Votes of 'Americans across the country will be suppressed,' 17 governors warn.
Dec 14th, 2021 by Ariana Figueroa
Bipartisan Consensus Backs Helping Afghan Allies
But Trump, Tiffany, others on far right oppose helping settle Afghans in U.S.
Aug 25th, 2021 by Bruce Thompson
Johnson Didn’t Read Infrastructure Bill
Admits this on conservative TV show. One of 30 Republican senators who voted no.
Aug 17th, 2021 by Henry Redman
Climate Change Is Already Unfolding in Wisconsin
The past decade was warmest, wettest on record. UN Report warns of irreversible climate change.
Aug 10th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding
Scott Walker’s Right, Get Vaccinated Now
As variants cause new rise in COVID-19, more Republicans urging people to get the vaccine.
Jul 27th, 2021 by Bill Kaplan
How Trump Polarized Voters
Part of shift in Republican Party but no GOP politician has same impact as Trump.
Jul 21st, 2021 by Bruce Thompson
How Republicans Are Misleading Donors
NRCC creates fake Trump fundraising letter filled with misleading information.
May 19th, 2021 by Bruce Thompson
Ron Johnson Looks Like Russian Tool
He once condemned Russia and Vladimir Putin. What explains the turnabout?
May 3rd, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
Biden Plan Cites State’s Infrastructure Needs
Wisconsin has 198 bridges and 1,949 miles of highway needing repair, big gaps in broadband coverage.
Apr 13th, 2021 by Laura Olson
How Baldwin Fought For Retiree Pensions
22,500 in Wisconsin, 1 million nationally faced massive cuts in their pensions.
Mar 29th, 2021 by Bill Kaplan
RonAnon Courts National Infamy
Why all the conspiracy theories? It’s Ron Johnson’s calculated reelection strategy.
Mar 15th, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
Make the Filibuster More Painful
If Senate Democrats won’t end it, they could at least make it harder to do.
Mar 14th, 2021 by Dave Cieslewicz
Federal Bill Combats Voter Suppression
For the People Act seeks to assure that all people have an equal right to vote.
Mar 6th, 2021 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson and State Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
Ron Johnson Pushes Conspiracies Ahead of Possible Third Term
The Senator has become a controversial figure as opponents queue up to run against him.
Mar 5th, 2021 by Shawn Johnson
The Lessons of Impeachment
Not much Republican courage. And lots of demagoguery from Ron Johnson.
Feb 15th, 2021 by Matt Rothschild
Congress Should Approve Two More States
It's time to make Washington, D.C. and Puerto Rico states.
Jan 30th, 2021 by Spencer Black
Tiffany Condemned Capitol Mob But Attended Rally
Attended closed-door “Save the Republic” rally calling for ‘war', but won’t release transcript of his speech.
Jan 16th, 2021 by Henry Redman
Wisconsin Delegation Votes Party Line on Impeachment
Republicans voted against impeachment, Democrats for it.
Jan 14th, 2021 by Rob Mentzer
Why No One Should Have Been Surprised
It was all there in Trump’s words — going back years.
Jan 10th, 2021 by Matt Rothschild
State Republicans Helped Fire Up Mob
Johnson and state’s GOP congressmen, including Gallagher, all helped incite pro-Trump insurrection.
Jan 8th, 2021 by Ruth Conniff
Wisconsin Political Leaders React to Capitol Storming
Though many supported Trump for years, all now condemn Capitol chaos he helped cause.
Jan 6th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Foley Firm Faces Blowback on Trump Call
Criticism of Milwaukee firm whose partner Cleta Mitchell helped Trump effort to "find" votes in Georgia.
Jan 5th, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
Gasp, Sykes Recants on Rojo
Stop the presses! Charlie Sykes has changed his view of Senator Ron Johnson.
Dec 16th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
State Response To COVID-19 a Trainwreck, Pocan says
The congressman wants an end to the partisan battle over a COVID-19 relief bill.
Nov 20th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
Wisconsin Republicans Refuse to Recognize Election Results
Sen. Ron Johnson says there's "nothing" to congratulate Biden about.
Nov 12th, 2020 by Ariana Figueroa
Can Biden Improve the Economy?
Democratic presidents typically do better, but Biden will face an obvious challenge.
Nov 11th, 2020 by Bruce Thompson
How Suburban Voters Defeated Trump
A decisive switch, both in Wisconsin and nationally.
Nov 10th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
‘Bleak Winter’ Coming for Wisconsin
The numbers show COVID-19 exploding. True leadership is sorely needed.
Nov 4th, 2020 by Bruce Thompson
Service Union Rallies To Get Out The Vote
“Our work is essential and so are our votes." Union seeks Trump's defeat, $15 minimum wage.
Oct 26th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Supreme Court May End Affordable Care
Killing the ACA is one reason Republicans are rushing to appoint Amy Coney Barrett to the court
Oct 13th, 2020 by Bill Kaplan
Pence Says Trump Will Nominate RBG Replacement Saturday
The vice president announced this during a campaign tour of Wisconsin.
Sep 24th, 2020 by Corrinne Hess
Biden In Manitowoc Rips Trump on Pandemic
As cases surge in state, Democratic presidential candidate assails Trump’s handling of COVID-19.
Sep 22nd, 2020 by Corrinne Hess
RIP RBG. This Is Why We Fight
Ginsburg was a bulwark against a reactionary tide. We must fight for her legacy.
Sep 20th, 2020 by Susan J. Demas
Ron Johnson Flip-Flops On Supreme Court
In 2016, wouldn't take up Obama' nominee six months before presidential election, now will do it for Trump.
Sep 19th, 2020 by Shawn Johnson
Ron Johnson on the Warpath
Senator subpoenas dozens of Obama officials. Anything to get Trump reelected.
Sep 18th, 2020 by James Rowen
Wisconsin Must Accept Medicaid Expansion
What better time to increase healthcare access than during a pandemic?
Aug 13th, 2020 by Bill Kaplan
GOP-Controlled Senate Refuses to Act
Democrats in the House passed a stimulus bill in May.
Aug 3rd, 2020 by Bill Kaplan
Congressional Republicans Fail Wisconsin
Democrats passed second pandemic relief bill in May. State’s GOP members continue to delay.
Jul 28th, 2020 by Bill Kaplan
Wisconsin Politicians Split Down Party Lines on Unemployment
Dems want money in people's hands, Republican's don't.
Jul 24th, 2020 by Hope Kirwan
What Should Next Pandemic Aid Bill Include?
State’s Democrats, Republicans disagree on who needs federal help and how much is needed.
Jul 20th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
45% in State Have Put Off Medical Care
Census Bureau survey also finds 21% may face loss of job income, 18% missed rent or mortgage payment.
Jun 30th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
Congress Battles Over Police Reform
Wisconsin delegation split along party lines over the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act, Dems in favor, GOP oppose.
Jun 26th, 2020 by Allison Stevens
Democrats Offer Major Police Reform Plan
Baldwin, Moore, Pocan push bill stressing transparency, accountability, banning chokeholds, racial profiling.
Jun 9th, 2020 by Robin Bravender
Ron Johnson Rolls Over For Trump
Firing of inspector generals undermines balance of power, Romney charges. No problem, Johnson says.
May 26th, 2020 by Bill Kaplan
State Creating a Contact Tracing Army
Goal of 1,000 tracers, librarians, National Guard members may be recruited.
May 25th, 2020 by Jacob Fischler
Senate Passes $2 Trillion Stimulus
Spending package provides aid to people, businesses, health care systems and states during COVID-19 pandemic.
Mar 26th, 2020 by Robin Bravender
State’s Republicans Oppose Coronavirus Bill
Relief bill supported by Trump, passed overwhelmingly, state's 4 GOP Congressmen vote no.
Mar 14th, 2020 by Allison Stevens
Nothing Changed After Molson Coors Shooting
Wisconsin's GOP legislators mourned publicly, but continue ignoring calls from Democrats to address gun violence.
Mar 6th, 2020 by Allison Stevens
Airport Wins $600,000 Federal Grant
Grant will be used to rehabilitate a runway at Mitchell International.
Feb 19th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
In Trump Acquittal, Wisconsin Legislators Divided
Johnson votes to acquit, is happy trial is over. Baldwin says republicans lack moral courage.
Feb 6th, 2020 by Robin Bravender and Ruth Conniff
Legislation Targets Hair Discrimination
Federal bill pushed by Rep. Gwen Moore, state bill by Milwaukee Rep LaKeshia Myers.
Jan 27th, 2020 by Allison Stevens and Melanie Conklin
Trump Wants to Slash Social Security
If reelected will push for this. Has proposed $1.9 trillion cut in entitlement programs.
Jan 27th, 2020 by Bill Kaplan
Why Pocan Voted No on Trade Deal
Madison Democrat the only state representative to oppose historic revision of NAFTA.
Dec 20th, 2019 by Ruth Conniff
It’s “Obvious” Senate Will Acquit Trump
So says Ron Johnson. “Horrifying” that any senators won’t be impartial, says Baldwin.
Dec 18th, 2019 by Robin Bravender
Senator Baldwin Fights for Retirees
Her bill rescues Central States Pension Fund, which covers 400,000 workers, including 25,000 in this state.
Nov 12th, 2019 by Bill Kaplan
Johnson Dodges Questions About Trump, Ukraine
Wisconsin senator has become one of Trump's most vocal defenders.
Nov 7th, 2019 by Allison Stevens
Wis. Republicans Once Backed Gun Control
Backing Brady Bill in 1993. Will any now support the background checks bill?
Aug 30th, 2019 by Robin Bravender
Evers, Moore Target Prescription Drugs
Skyrocketing costs at issue.“Like taking on the NRA,” says a consumer activist.
Aug 22nd, 2019 by Erik Gunn
Will Ron Johnson Stand Up for Retirees?
Democratic bill protects state workers covered by troubled Central States Pension Fund. Will Johnson support it?
Aug 20th, 2019 by Bill Kaplan
DNC Chair Visits Milwaukee
Chairman Perez says Trump's policies have failed Wisconsin, calls out Republican leaders.
Jul 19th, 2019 by Alana Watson
Democrats Court Packing Plan Is Unwise
Some presidential candidates support changing Supreme Court’s size. Why it's a bad idea.
Mar 31st, 2019 by Casey Hoff
The Gerrymander Wars March On
Wisconsin Republicans strategy is to support Maryland gerrymander that hurts GOP voters.
Mar 20th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
Walker and the Russian Connection
Ex-governor got more from Russia-connected tycoon than first reported. Why?
Feb 12th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Why GOP Should Back Medicaid Expansion
Voters want it, just like they opposed government shutdown. Republican legislators, take heed.
Jan 30th, 2019 by Bill Kaplan
How Shutdown Is Hurting State
Impact on farmers, Native Americans, food processing companies and more.
Jan 14th, 2019 by Bill Kaplan
State Loses Political Power in Washington
Of all states, Wisconsin and Michigan have lost the most clout in D.C., experts say.
Jan 14th, 2019 by Steven Walters
Republicans’ Plan for Permanent Power
They began plotting last spring to retain power even if a Democrat won for governor.
Dec 11th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Democrats Need Bread-And-Butter Issues
Republicans won’t protect workers pensions and health care, Democrats will.
Oct 11th, 2018 by Bill Kaplan
Trump Op Ed Author Revealed!
Who’s behind the anonymous NYT column about obstructing Trump’s craziness? Read on.
Sep 13th, 2018 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
Growing Pains for Hemp Industry
It’s legalized, yes, but state could be more supportive.
Jul 3rd, 2018 by State Sen. Kathleen Vinehout
Ron Johnson’s High Court Hypocrisy
His stand on Trump appointing justice to Supreme Court reverses his view on Obama’s pick.
Jul 2nd, 2018 by Chris Walker
George Will Blasts Paul Ryan
Calls House Speaker Trump’s “poodle,” urges people to vote Democratic.
Jun 25th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
GOP Senators To Pick Wisconsin’s Judge?
Vote on Michael Brennan would ignore Democratic Senator Baldwin’s objection to him.
May 8th, 2018 by Shawn Johnson
Republicans Have Abandoned Their Principles
And voters may make them pay in November.
Apr 17th, 2018 by Spencer Black
Ron Johnson a Hero for Small Businesses
His objections push Republicans to add federal tax breaks for small businesses.
Dec 13th, 2017 by John Torinus
Tax Cuts Pass Under Dark Clouds
Secrecy and lies used to pass it. How much will Trump, Ron Johnson personally benefit?
Dec 5th, 2017 by Bill Kaplan
Why Does GOP Want To Raise My Taxes?
And why do I get nothing back in return but a bigger federal deficit?
Nov 15th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
Who Benefits From Federal Housing Subsidies?
Higher income get more than low income, Waukesha more than Milwaukee.
Oct 25th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
Walker’s Health Care Gamble Exposes State
He bet on health care exchanges and against expanding Medicaid, which could hurt Wisconsin.
Aug 9th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
Obamacare “Fixes” Will Shortchange Wisconsin
Latest GOP approach is bad news for this state and others.
Jul 25th, 2017 by Jon Peacock
Walker’s Dreadful Dilemma on Health Care
Why is he so vague on Obamacare? Because its repeal could kill his reelection.
Jul 6th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Will the Real Ron Johnson Stand Up?
His draconian stance on health care was obscured by lazy media coverage.
Jun 29th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Republicans Lost The Healthcare Debate
And they’re perfectly fine with that.
Jun 12th, 2017 by Sup. Justin Bielinski
