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Sen. Johnson Honors October 7 Victims, Reaffirms Unwavering Support for Israel
Oct 7th, 2024 by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson
Baldwin, Bipartisan Group Work to Hold E-Cigarette Companies Accountable for the Youth Vaping Crisis
Legislation earned support from the American Lung Association, the American Heart Association, and the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids
Jan 31st, 2024 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin2024 Political Calendar Is Jam Packed
Lots of deadlines and dates culminating in presidential election where Wisconsin's vote could be crucial.
Jan 8th, 2024 by Steven WaltersBaldwin Cosponsors, Votes to Advance Bipartisan Railway Safety Legislation
Legislation will improve freight rail safety, help prevent future train derailment disasters like East Palestine
May 10th, 2023 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinWill David Clarke Take On Tammy Baldwin?
"America's Sheriff" may run against Democratic U.S. Senator, national story suggests.
Mar 14th, 2023 by Bruce MurphyWill 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 MurphySenator Baldwin Joins Bipartisan Group Introducing Legislation to Tackle Foreign Technology Threats
Legislation would give U.S. ability to mitigate threats from tech beholden to foreign adversaries like China
Mar 7th, 2023 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin Joins Bipartisan Group of Senators Urging HHS to Address Repeated Failures at FDA to Regulate E-Cigarettes
Letter follows the Reagan-Udall Foundation Independent Report that found FDA’s failures undermine credibility and effectiveness in tobacco product regulation
Feb 2nd, 2023 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinInside the State’s Conservative Bubble
The not-very-surprising views of Mike Nichols and the Badger Institute.
Dec 21st, 2022 by Bruce MurphyJohnson’s Wealth Grew From China Deal?
Senator criticizes Hunter Biden for China connection while his family's company makes big haul.
Sep 17th, 2022 by Bruce MurphyThe NRA Loves Ron Johnson
Wisconsin U.S. Senator has gotten $1.3 million in donations, just behind Mitch McConnell.
May 30th, 2022 by Bruce MurphyDemocrats Must Listen to Rural Wisconsin
Evers and Baldwin have shown the way, winning some rural areas.
May 16th, 2022 by Bill KaplanBarrett Appears Before U.S. Senate
Mayor's nomination as Ambassador to Luxembourg reviewed by Senate committee.
Nov 2nd, 2021 by Jeramey JanneneBipartisan Consensus Backs Helping Afghan Allies
But Trump, Tiffany, others on far right oppose helping settle Afghans in U.S.
Aug 25th, 2021 by Bruce ThompsonSenator Baldwin Pushes SBA to Speed Up Relief to Struggling Live Event Venues
Jun 15th, 2021 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Ron Johnson Looks Like Russian Tool
He once condemned Russia and Vladimir Putin. What explains the turnabout?
May 3rd, 2021 by Bruce MurphyWaukesha Republicans’ Pillow Paranoia
Pandering to its wacko-wing with My Pillow CEO’s movie falsely claiming election theft.
Feb 25th, 2021 by James WigdersonThe Lessons of Impeachment
Not much Republican courage. And lots of demagoguery from Ron Johnson.
Feb 15th, 2021 by Matt RothschildWhere’s Joe Biden the Centrist?
No bipartisan moves, no centrist innovations so far from the president.
Feb 11th, 2021 by John TorinusJohnson Joins Resolution for National School Choice Week
Jan 25th, 2021 by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson
State’s Partisan Divide the Worst Ever?
‘The worst it's ever been,’ says one legislator. Are voters echoing politicians or vice versa?
Jan 24th, 2021 by Nora Eckert and Anya van WagtendonkTiffany 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 RedmanRep. Hintz: Condemns Republican Legislators’ Lies and Dangerous Rhetoric
Calls on Vos to Remove Legislators from Elections Committee
Jan 14th, 2021 by State Rep. Gordon HintzGasp, Sykes Recants on Rojo
Stop the presses! Charlie Sykes has changed his view of Senator Ron Johnson.
Dec 16th, 2020 by Bruce MurphyRon Johnson More Trumpian Than Trump?
Wisconsin’s senior senator has become one of America’s leading crackpots.
Nov 24th, 2020 by Bruce MurphyWisconsin Republicans Refuse to Recognize Election Results
Sen. Ron Johnson says there's "nothing" to congratulate Biden about.
Nov 12th, 2020 by Ariana FigueroaState’s Past Votes Could Foretell 2020 Result
Wisconsin has had two kinds of presidental elections. Which one this time?
Nov 2nd, 2020 by Graham KilmerIs Janesville Trump Country?
His Sunday speech there might suggest that. But past voting totals tell a different story.
Oct 19th, 2020 by Ruth ConniffJohnson Sends Letter Urging Talks for U.S.-Taiwan Trade Agreement
Oct 1st, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson
Jill Biden Promises More United Country
Former Second Lady makes campaign stops in Madison, Waukesha County.
Sep 29th, 2020 by Corrinne HessRon Johnson Report a Hatchet Job?
Media condemn report on Hunter Biden for proving "no evidence of wrongdoing."
Sep 23rd, 2020 by Bruce MurphySenator Baldwin Supports Bipartisan Legislation to Help Small Businesses in Wisconsin
Sep 8th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Management Styles of Trump vs. Biden
A one-man band overseeing 4.4 million federal employees versus a true team leader.
Aug 30th, 2020 by John TorinusBriggs & Stratton Execs Get Millions
Even as employee who pushed for more pandemic protections in workplace has died from virus.
Jun 21st, 2020 by James RowenRon Johnson Rolls Over For Trump
Firing of inspector generals undermines balance of power, Romney charges. No problem, Johnson says.
May 26th, 2020 by Bill KaplanRepublican Anti-Trump Ad Hits State
Meet the Lincoln Project, led by past members of GOP campaigns, administrations.
May 12th, 2020 by Ruth ConniffRepublicans Suppress Their Own Voters
Because they thought even more Democrats would be discouraged. They were wrong.
Apr 21st, 2020 by Bruce MurphySenate 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 BravenderYes, Billionaires Should Exist
Beware of presidential candidates with all THE ANSWERS.
Mar 3rd, 2020 by John TorinusThe Courage of Mitt Romney
And the sad spectacle of Wisconsin Sen. Ron Jonnson.
Feb 10th, 2020 by Bill KaplanIn 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 ConniffU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Joins Bipartisan Senate Climate Solutions Caucus
Feb 6th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
GOP Congressman Sean Duffy Resigning
Northern Wisconsin Republican wants to focus on his growing family.
Aug 26th, 2019 by WPR StaffHow Ryan “Sold His Soul” to Trump
New book details the tough choices Paul Ryan had to make as House Speaker.
Jul 29th, 2019 by Steven WaltersMeet Paul Ryan’s Rookie Replacement
Bryan Steil has been dubbed Paul Ryan 2.0. True or false?
Jul 18th, 2019 by Robin BravenderCity Wins 2020 Democratic Convention
Barrett and other leaders help city beat out Miami and Houston for national convention.
Mar 11th, 2019 by Jeramey JanneneJohnson, Durbin Continue Push for Strong Response to Russian Aggression in Ukraine
"It has been two months since Russia seized three Ukrainian naval vessels and their crews in international waters, and still neither the vessels nor the crews have been returned to Ukraine."
Jan 24th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Ron JohnsonFall Election Could Be Fascinating
More contested seats, tough campaign tactics could make for tighter, intense races.
Jun 18th, 2018 by Steven WaltersCity Bidding for Democratic National Convention
What will the city pitch to Democratic Party?
Feb 21st, 2018 by Jeramey JanneneKicking Us When We’re Down
Requiring photo ID for FoodShare recipients will make it harder to get help.
Jan 25th, 2018 by State Sen. Kathleen VinehoutIs Waukesha County Becoming Less Red?
Perhaps not, but legislative districts straddling its border are changing.
Nov 22nd, 2017 by Bruce ThompsonNational Press Discovers Rural Wisconsin
Their observations, and demographic data, tell a story Democrats need to hear.
Feb 15th, 2017 by Bruce ThompsonThe Curious Politics Of Rural Counties
New voting data shows their power, but makes their trust in Trump a mystery.
Feb 8th, 2017 by Bruce ThompsonMust U.S. Protect Trump Hotels?
His businesses abroad could be terrorist targets. Taxpayers could pay the bill.
Jan 15th, 2017 by Bob ChernowTrump, Truth, and Financial Trouble
Voters’ median income -- and gullibility -- help explain election results
Nov 30th, 2016 by Bruce ThompsonRevenge of the Forgotten Class
Clinton and the Democrats wrote off white workers in Rust Belt states like Wisconsin.
Nov 15th, 2016 by Alec MacGillisHealth Costs And Rise of Trump, Sanders
The costs fueled a revolt, and are still rising under Obamacare. Is there a better way?
Oct 13th, 2016 by John TorinusGOP’s New Way to Suppress Votes
States like Wisconsin change voting rules, cause confusion, lower Democratic turnout.
Oct 13th, 2016 by Bruce MurphyWisconsin Has No Voter Impersonation Problem
Gov. Scott Walker says the lack of voter impersonation cases does not matter if there is a chance that even one vote is canceled out by fraud.
Sep 13th, 2016 by Sami Edge and Sean HolstegePaul Ryan’s absences from House votes not acceptable
Apparently, the House functions best without Ryan’s presence.
Sep 12th, 2016 by Ryan SolenWisconsin “Undecided” in Presidential Election?
One in five are undecided, independent or neither party voters in presidential race.
Jul 11th, 2016 by Steven WaltersShades of McCarthyism in Donald Trump
He was trained by Joe McCarthy lieutenant Roy Cohn and uses Joe’s tactics.
Jun 30th, 2016 by John TorinusWhy Trump’s Hostile Takeover Succeeded
The data shows how he stole Republican Party despite opposition of its leaders.
Jun 23rd, 2016 by Bruce ThompsonRyan Should Rescind Endorsement of Trump
The Party of Lincoln is dying, but Paul Ryan doesn’t get it.
Jun 15th, 2016 by Bill KaplanOh, You Stupid Intelligent People
Bill Maher roasts everyone he can think of at his Riverside show.
Jun 7th, 2016 by Jim CrynsCan 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 WaltersThe Generosity of Donald Baumgartner
The manufacturing CEO shares the wealth with those who made him rich: his employees.
May 5th, 2016 by Bruce MurphyShannan Hayden’s Nifty Newberry Tudor
Hayden is running against Ald. Nik Kovac and has a much finer home.
Mar 28th, 2016 by Michael HorneWhy Wisconsin’s Presidential Primary Matters
It’s a classic swing state that has usually voted for the winner.
Mar 28th, 2016 by Steven WaltersArea Senator Now Poster Boy for GOP Obstructionism on SCOTUS Vacancy
Johnson’s admission that he would consider a Republican president’s nominee is making national headlines as a case study in GOP obstructionism.
Mar 11th, 2016 by Democratic Party of WisconsinWill Priebus Destroy The Republican Party?
Decisions by the RNC chairman from Wisconsin could fatally wound the party.
Mar 8th, 2016 by Bruce MurphyMillionaire Paul Ryan’s Magnificent Home
House Speaker's Georgian home might befit a founding father. Take that, Donald Trump.
Feb 18th, 2016 by Michael HorneHow Liberals Imitate Right Wing
Their stance on Abele and charter schools is just as close-minded as right wingers.
Nov 19th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson8 Reasons Wisconsin Has National GOP Clout
Few states have such power in Republican presidential politics.
Nov 16th, 2015 by Steven WaltersWhat the GOP Debates Didn’t Address
They offered great entertainment, but candidates are missing some huge issues.
Sep 28th, 2015 by John TorinusJon Hammes, Cubs’ Todd Ricketts to co-chair Walker presidential fundraising campaign: Report
Jul 8th, 2015 - The Milwaukee Business Journal - Alison BauterWisconsin’s Republican Kingmakers
They are playing key roles in nominating process, and are out to avoid mistakes of 2012 -- and help Walker.
May 26th, 2015 by Steven WaltersPush For $15 Minimum Wage A Mistake?
Research clearly shows $10 minimum wage helps workers, but there’s no data to support hike to $15.
Apr 27th, 2015 by Bruce ThompsonScott Walker, The Anti-Jeb
In just a few months, Gov. Walker has become the leading alternative to Jeb Bush.
Apr 7th, 2015 by Bruce MurphyHow Walker’s Presidential Bid Hurts Wisconsin
On a wide range of policies, Walker may be serving his career more than his constituents
Jan 27th, 2015 by Bruce MurphyWalker Not Most Polarizing Pol
Polls show he is fourth most polarizing among state voters.
Jan 19th, 2015 by Steven WaltersWisconsin Is Now a Republican Oligopoly
Election results reveal Democrats now start all elections with a ten percent disadvantage.
Dec 11th, 2014 by Bruce ThompsonAre Democrats Better for the Economy?
The data shows Democratic presidents have better economic growth. But is the data meaningful?
Sep 10th, 2014 by Bruce ThompsonWOLF! Is this a real alarm? It doesn’t matter… if you’re a sheep, you’ll start shaking
Wasserman Schultz is crying wolf... and the sheep are shaking
Sep 4th, 2014 by Red ArnoldWhere Does All That Campaign Cash Go?
Scott Walker, Mary Burke campaign cash buying more than just ads.
Aug 13th, 2014 by Bill LuedersWhy 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 MurphyWisconsinites Vote Big Money Out of Elections, New Analysis Finds McCutcheon Decision Could Let Big Money In
MOVI Wisconsin Coalition Announces 2014-2015 Plan to Reclaim our Democracy
Apr 30th, 2014 by WISPIRG FoundationRepublicans Should Retain Legislature This Fall
Democrats hope to retake Senate but their chances don't look good.
Apr 23rd, 2014 by Bill LuedersWhy Utah Scores High on New Economy Rankings
Yes, it’s conservative, but it strongly supports rail transit and urban living. Final story of a series.
Apr 2nd, 2014 by Bruce ThompsonThe New Paul Ryan
In his efforts to separate himself from Mitt Romney, Ryan has provided some scary insights into his politics.
Mar 20th, 2014 by Bruce MurphyDemocratic Wedge Issues
Republicans are out of step on issues like same sex marriage and medical marijuana.
Jan 16th, 2014 by Bruce MurphyGwen Moore “Educates” Ted Cruz
Speaking at St. John's on the Lake, she talks about her conversation with Cruz, earmarks and voter ID.
Jan 2nd, 2014 by Michael HorneHow Walker Worries About Polls
His book shows he frequently adjusts strategy based on poll results.
Dec 2nd, 2013 by Steven Walters5 Candidates Running for Jeff Stone’s Assembly Seat
Four Republicans and one Democrat seek to win this heavily Republican suburban district.
Oct 31st, 2013 by Michael HorneThe State’s Spin Machine
Dept of Workforce Development spins job numbers to make Walker look good. Does it matter?
Jul 30th, 2013 by Bruce ThompsonDemocrats in Disarray
The firing of its state spokesperson is just another sign the party has lost its way.
Mar 12th, 2013 by Bruce MurphyName MPS School After Anti-Nazi Hero?
A push to honor Milwaukeean Mildred Fish Harnack, the only American women resistance member executed by Hitler.
Feb 27th, 2013 by Michael HorneRepublican Plan to Steal Elections
Priebus and others push strategies to win presidency with a minority of votes.
Feb 7th, 2013 by Bruce MurphyA Solution to Our Billion-Dollar Democracy
11 states support a constitutional amendment to overthrow Supreme Court decision allowing unrestrained campaign spending. What about Wisconsin?
Jan 30th, 2013 by Bill LuedersRepublican Road Rage
Romney was the choice of exurban road warriors while slower-moving urbanites picked Obama. How we move through the world is a key difference between the parties.
Jan 16th, 2013 by Tom BambergerRepublicans Will Oppose Gun Controls
There may be national outrage on the issue, but Gov. Walker and others oppose changes.
Jan 7th, 2013 by Bill LuedersPeter Buffett Comes to Town
Buffett helps Radio Milwaukee, Barry Mandel makes a bundle selling East Pointe and Gwen Moore crows about cave men.
Nov 9th, 2012 by Michael HorneIt’s the Middle Class, Stupid
How Romney and Ryan alienated average Americans.
Nov 9th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy25 Winners and Losers
The list is long (and fun). This was a campaign with real consequences.
Nov 8th, 2012 by Bruce MurphyWill Art Museum Dump Stephen Einhorn?
The wealthy funder of voter fraud billboards creates negative publicity for Milwaukee Art Museum.
Nov 6th, 2012 by Bruce MurphySykes’ Suspicious Smokescreen
Charlie Sykes uses anonymous interview to claim the “family” putting up voter fraud billboards fears for its safety.
Oct 23rd, 2012 by Bruce MurphyWhy Romney Can’t Win Wisconsin
Romney's misunderstanding of the Republican base could kill him.
Sep 27th, 2012 by Bruce MurphyWhy Ryan Won’t Help Romney
He’s sexy, charming, articulate -- but exactly the wrong choice for Republicans.
Aug 13th, 2012 by Bruce MurphyThe Voter Suppression Game
Both parties are devising strategies to discourage voting. But Republicans are using government power.
Jul 25th, 2012 by Bruce MurphyRichie Rich
Republican Senate candidate Eric Hovde’s basic message is simple: elect me because I’m wealthy.
Jul 20th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy