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Op Ed: Wisconsin’s Very Own Rudy Giuliani Should Not Oversee Judicial Ethics
Op Ed

Wisconsin’s Very Own Rudy Giuliani Should Not Oversee Judicial Ethics

How did Jim Troupis, a leader in fake Republican elector scheme, get reappointed?

Wisconsin Supreme Court Changes Procedures To Speed Up Cases

Wisconsin Supreme Court Changes Procedures To Speed Up Cases

The changes were made quietly last month with objections from conservative justices.

Data Wonk: The State Supreme Court Minority’s View of Gerrymandering
Data Wonk

The State Supreme Court Minority’s View of Gerrymandering

226 pages of dissent that ignore key facts and data.

Former Attorney General Brad Schimel Running For Wisconsin Supreme Court

Former Attorney General Brad Schimel Running For Wisconsin Supreme Court

Schimel, a Republican, enters 2025 race where conservatives hope to take back control of court.

The State of Politics: Justices Favoring New Legislative Maps Face Tough Questions
The State of Politics

Justices Favoring New Legislative Maps Face Tough Questions

Must entire state be redistricted? And who should court ask to draw the maps?

Wisconsin Supreme Court Hears Arguments In Gerrymandering Case

Wisconsin Supreme Court Hears Arguments In Gerrymandering Case

Case, before court’s now-liberal majority, could overturn Republicans’ entrenched advantage.

Murphy’s Law: Republican Bullying Isn’t Working
Murphy’s Law

Republican Bullying Isn’t Working

Tactic is backfiring as Democrats and public officials resist.

Data Wonk: In Defense of Gerrymandering
Data Wonk

In Defense of Gerrymandering

How the Supreme Court minority defends its objection to 'Fair maps!'.

The State of Politics: Why Protasiewicz Decided Not to Recuse
The State of Politics

Why Protasiewicz Decided Not to Recuse

Her 47-page decision makes strong argument against any justice recusing.

WI Supreme Court Starts New Term Quietly

WI Supreme Court Starts New Term Quietly

Hearing cases on adoption law and religious exemption from state unemployment law.

State Supreme Court Emails Show Chaotic First Week of Liberal Control

State Supreme Court Emails Show Chaotic First Week of Liberal Control

Documents offer portrait of a court at war with itself.

Data Wonk: Who Are State Supreme Court’s ‘Rogue Members’?
Data Wonk

Who Are State Supreme Court’s ‘Rogue Members’?

Ziegler and conservatives have ignored state Constitution in governance dispute.

Former Gov. Scott Walker Says Overturning Act 10 Would Set ‘Horrible Precedent’

Former Gov. Scott Walker Says Overturning Act 10 Would Set ‘Horrible Precedent’

Walker says newly-liberal court shouldn't touch his signature policy measure.

The State of Politics: New Court Majority Changes Target Chief Justice Ziegler
The State of Politics

New Court Majority Changes Target Chief Justice Ziegler

Is it revenge for conservatives' past overthrow of Chief Justice Shirley Abrahamson?

Conservative Chief Justice Annette Ziegler Accuses Liberal Majority of Going ‘Rogue’

Conservative Chief Justice Annette Ziegler Accuses Liberal Majority of Going ‘Rogue’

Claims state Supreme Court liberal majority of holding a 'secret' meeting. Majority says all justices were invited.

Justice Janet Protasiewicz Sworn In, Giving Liberals Control of Supreme Court

Justice Janet Protasiewicz Sworn In, Giving Liberals Control of Supreme Court

Wisconsin court's ideological persuasion flips for first time in 15 years.

Mayor’s Political Director Steps Down, Leaves Nation Consulting

Mayor’s Political Director Steps Down, Leaves Nation Consulting

Sachin Chheda, who led successful statewide campaigns, leaves political consulting firm.

Data Wonk: Will State Supreme Court Cool Its Ideological Rancor?
Data Wonk

Will State Supreme Court Cool Its Ideological Rancor?

As of August 1, its hostility toward experts and democracy won't fly.

How Much Should Someone Wrongfully Imprisoned Be Paid?

How Much Should Someone Wrongfully Imprisoned Be Paid?

Wisconsin Supreme Court takes up case that challenges Claims Board's $25,000 award.

The State of Politics: Collegiality a Casualty in Supreme Court Election?
The State of Politics

Collegiality a Casualty in Supreme Court Election?

Current court members were active in election, could intensify rancor between judges.

Wisconsin Supreme Court Flip Was Years In the Making

Wisconsin Supreme Court Flip Was Years In the Making

Partisan-style campaigning and waning influence of Republican WOW counties contribute to Protasiewicz victory.

Murphy’s Law: 17 Election Winners and Losers
Murphy’s Law

17 Election Winners and Losers

Beyond the election results, who were the other people, groups and trends that won or lost?

Protasiewicz Embraces Democratic Issues

Protasiewicz Embraces Democratic Issues

If elected, Supreme Court candidate could flip state on abortion, gerrymandering, election laws.

Data Wonk: Is Democracy at Stake in Supreme Court Race?
Data Wonk

Is Democracy at Stake in Supreme Court Race?

A conservative majority seems set on restricting voting rights.

Data Wonk: What Kind of Justice Would Daniel Kelly Be?
Data Wonk

What Kind of Justice Would Daniel Kelly Be?

He left a clear track record during his four years on state Supreme Court.

Trump Recount Attorney Reappointed To Wisconsin Judicial Conduct Committee

Trump Recount Attorney Reappointed To Wisconsin Judicial Conduct Committee

Jim Troupis advised Trump on fake electors' shame.

Wisconsin Supreme Court Rules Against “Dark Store Loophole”

Wisconsin Supreme Court Rules Against “Dark Store Loophole”

With no dissent, court rules against big-box retailers' tax reduction strategy.

Protasiewicz campaign raises $2 million, more than any spring primary candidate in state history
Gov. Evers Appoints Ryan D. Nilsestuen to the Dane County Circuit Court
Op Ed: How State Supreme Court Races Got So Partisan
Op Ed

How State Supreme Court Races Got So Partisan

Outside groups spent $27,000 on 2003 race. By 2020 that rose to $5 million.

The State of Politics: Just How Purple Is Wisconsin?
The State of Politics

Just How Purple Is Wisconsin?

Election results going back three decades show an almost perfectly divided state.

3 Technical College System Board Members Won’t Resign

3 Technical College System Board Members Won’t Resign

Republican appointees’ terms to serve on state board ended in May 2021 but they won’t step down.

Data Wonk: Do Absentee Drop Boxes Lead To Tyranny?
Data Wonk

Do Absentee Drop Boxes Lead To Tyranny?

So claims state Supreme Court in 122 pages of overheated rhetoric.

The State of Politics: How Governor’s Power Was Weakened
The State of Politics

How Governor’s Power Was Weakened

Recent high court decision latest of several rulings reducing governor's power.

Op Ed: State Supreme Court Ruling Reinforces Gerrymandering
Op Ed

State Supreme Court Ruling Reinforces Gerrymandering

Letting Prehn stay on DNR board overrides the will of all voters in the state.

State High Court Rules Accused Mayfair Mall Shooter, 17, Be Tried As Adult

State High Court Rules Accused Mayfair Mall Shooter, 17, Be Tried As Adult

4-3 Supreme Court decision overrules circuit court on teenage boy.

State Supreme Court Rules in Milwaukee ShotSpotter Case

State Supreme Court Rules in Milwaukee ShotSpotter Case

Court says gunfire detection met standard for reasonable suspicion in man's arrest.

State Supreme Court Sets Record For 4-3 Rulings

State Supreme Court Sets Record For 4-3 Rulings

Most this term in 70 years, with Hagedorn almost always the deciding vote.

High Court Okays Release of COVID-19 Workplace Data

High Court Okays Release of COVID-19 Workplace Data

Health officials can identify employers having outbreaks, WI Supreme Court rules.

Protasiewicz Running For Supreme Court

Protasiewicz Running For Supreme Court

Milwaukee circuit court judge running in 2023 election for seat being vacated by retiring Justice Roggensack.

Op Ed: State High Court’s Hyper-Partisan Ruling
Op Ed

State High Court’s Hyper-Partisan Ruling

Its decision approves gerrymandered maps even worse than those of last decade.

Campaign Cash: For Our Future Spends Big
Campaign Cash

For Our Future Spends Big

Nearly $2.1 million by one of largest outside spenders in state supported Democratic candidates.

Data Wonk: State’s Gerrymander Could Last Forever
Data Wonk

State’s Gerrymander Could Last Forever

If state high court’s ‘least change’ rule followed in future, gerrymandering might last for decades.

Op Ed: US Supreme Court Throws State Election Into Chaos
Op Ed

US Supreme Court Throws State Election Into Chaos

Decision on Wisconsin maps part of national Republican push to undermine democracy.

Data Wonk: How Gerrymandered Is New State Map?
Data Wonk

How Gerrymandered Is New State Map?

Let’s measure how the two parties will fare under maps approved by state Supreme Court.

State Supreme Court Hears Natural Resources Board Case

State Supreme Court Hears Natural Resources Board Case

Former chair Fred Prehn refuses to vacate his seat on the board.

Murphy’s Law: Supreme Court Shows Ugly Divisions
Murphy’s Law

Supreme Court Shows Ugly Divisions

State high court's redistricting decision prompts nasty attacks on Hagedorn by three other conservatives.

Supreme Court Upholds Brown County Sales Tax

Supreme Court Upholds Brown County Sales Tax

Conservative group sued, arguing tax could only fund property tax relief.

Plenty of Horne: Milwaukee Has a Singing Mayor Again
Plenty of Horne

Milwaukee Has a Singing Mayor Again

Acting Mayor Cavalier Johnson tries singing at city's 176th Birthday Party, before a big turnout of politicians.

State High Court Allows Absentee Ballot Boxes For February Primary

State High Court Allows Absentee Ballot Boxes For February Primary

Hagedorn joins liberal justices. Court also agrees to hear expedited appeal of the case.

State Supreme Court Rules For ‘Least Changes’ to Redistricting

State Supreme Court Rules For ‘Least Changes’ to Redistricting

A win for Republicans. Dissent charges court fails to prevent gerrymandering.

City Hall: Jeffrey Norman Named Permanent Chief of Police
City Hall

Jeffrey Norman Named Permanent Chief of Police

Norman has served as acting chief since Dec. 2020 while city sorted out botched Morales demotion.

What Can Police Do With Your Cell Phone Data?

What Can Police Do With Your Cell Phone Data?

'It may be unconstitutional, but really it’s fine.'

Can Domestic Violence Convictions Disqualify Job-Seekers?

Can Domestic Violence Convictions Disqualify Job-Seekers?

A case currently before the Wisconsin Supreme Court may answer the question.

Wisconsin Imprisons 1 in 36 Black Adults

Wisconsin Imprisons 1 in 36 Black Adults

State has the highest incarceration rate of Black residents in the country.

Data Wonk: Will 10 Years of Gerrymandering End?
Data Wonk

Will 10 Years of Gerrymandering End?

The data shows huge advantage for Republicans. Will courts allow this to continue?

Op Ed: State Supreme Court Wrong To Take On Redistricting Case
Op Ed

State Supreme Court Wrong To Take On Redistricting Case

A violation of precedent, of state statutes and federal law.

State Supreme Court Will Hear Redistricting Case

State Supreme Court Will Hear Redistricting Case

Republican-backed lawsuit asked court to get involved in 2021 mapmaking process.

City Hall: Police Chief Search Has One Candidate
City Hall

Police Chief Search Has One Candidate

Acting Chief Jeffrey Norman asked to apply for permanent post by FPC. Mayor, many alders back him.

State High Court Declines to Block Mask Mandate

State High Court Declines to Block Mask Mandate

Won’t bypass lower courts, as asked, to overrule Dane County mask order.

Op-Ed: Big Money Is Taking Over the Courts
Op-Ed

Big Money Is Taking Over the Courts

Wealthy, right-wing interests are assaulting the integrity of the judiciary.

Can Newcomer Turn a Red Seat Blue?

Can Newcomer Turn a Red Seat Blue?

Republicans have held 1st Congressional District for three decades. Ann Roe seeks an upset.

State Supreme Court OKs Private Attorneys for Redistricting

State Supreme Court OKs Private Attorneys for Redistricting

Lower court ruled that legislators can't hire private attorneys until a lawsuit is pending.

State Supreme Court Upholds DNR Water Authority

State Supreme Court Upholds DNR Water Authority

DNR can place restrictions on high capacity wells, large livestock farms to protect water.

Supreme Court Unexpectedly Fires Chief Appeals Judge

Supreme Court Unexpectedly Fires Chief Appeals Judge

Progressive justices object to unprecedented move by the state's high court.

Court Watch: High Court Ruling Restricts Expungements
Court Watch

High Court Ruling Restricts Expungements

Decision puts expungement of criminal records “further out of the reach," dissent charges.

State High Court Blocks School Closures

State High Court Blocks School Closures

Local health departments can’t order closures, 4-3 Supreme Court decision rules.

Court Watch: Let the Crowds In
Court Watch

Let the Crowds In

Highlights from state Supreme Court ruling overthrowing state order on bar and restaurant capacity limits.

Supreme Court Considers Water Pollution Rules

Supreme Court Considers Water Pollution Rules

Environmental groups challenge 2011 law limiting state DNR’s rules to protect groundwater.

Murphy’s Law: WILL’s Harvard Lawyers Fail at Voter Purge
Murphy’s Law

WILL’s Harvard Lawyers Fail at Voter Purge

Supreme Court decision strikes down voter suppression effort, rejects conservative group's weak argument.

State Supreme Court Tosses Voter Purge Suit

State Supreme Court Tosses Voter Purge Suit

Conservative group wanted voters that may have moved purged from the voter roll.

Court Watch: Why Court Voided Evers Emergency Order
Court Watch

Why Court Voided Evers Emergency Order

Highlights of the Supreme Court ruling — and the dissent.

Court Watch: State Must Release Sex Offender Data
Court Watch

State Must Release Sex Offender Data

Supreme Court rules for defense lawyer who argues DOC has overstated how often offenders commit future crimes.

Murphy’s Law: Hupy & Abraham Face Political Storm
Murphy’s Law

Hupy & Abraham Face Political Storm

Hupy’s donations to Ron Johnson attacked by Minocqua brewer and law firm losing business.

Data Wonk: High Court Minority Embarrasses Itself
Data Wonk

High Court Minority Embarrasses Itself

State Supreme Court came perilously close to invalidating a legal election.

Supreme Court Denies Trump’s Wisconsin Election Lawsuit

Supreme Court Denies Trump’s Wisconsin Election Lawsuit

Lawsuit targeted 220,000 absentee ballots in Milwaukee and Dane counties.

GOP Spends Big on Appeals Court Race

GOP Spends Big on Appeals Court Race

Led by Republican fat cats Richard Uihlein, John Menard. Cost of state appeals court races up 700%.

Representative Deb Andraca Holds Swearing-In Ceremony
Press Release

Representative Deb Andraca Holds Swearing-In Ceremony

State Supreme Court Justice Rebecca Dallet Gives Oath of Office in Mequon Park

Trump Asks U.S. Supreme Court to Overturn Wisconsin’s Election

Trump Asks U.S. Supreme Court to Overturn Wisconsin’s Election

Trump campaign petitions court to take up suit challenging state's election results

Lawyers Denounce Attacks on State Justices

Lawyers Denounce Attacks on State Justices

They call on state bar, Supreme Court leadership to condemn threatening, anti-Semitic attacks.

Justices Face Anti-Semitic, Misogynist Attacks After Trump Ruling

Justices Face Anti-Semitic, Misogynist Attacks After Trump Ruling

State Supreme Court Justices Jill Karofsky and Rebecca Dallet attacked in post on white-supremacist website.

Data Wonk: State Supreme Court Justices Unmasked
Data Wonk

State Supreme Court Justices Unmasked

The losing minority in Trump election case vent their anger and reveal their prejudices.

Wisconsin Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump Case

Wisconsin Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump Case

4-3 vote rejects Trump's move to throw out 220,000 Milwaukee and Dane county ballots.

Tyson Vitale Announces District 16 Alder Candidacy
Press Release

Tyson Vitale Announces District 16 Alder Candidacy

Longtime community activist files to become District 16’s next alder

The State of Politics: A Supreme Court of First Resort?
The State of Politics

A Supreme Court of First Resort?

Many petitions defy precedent, ask Wisconsin Supreme Court to bypass lower courts.

Trump Sues Again, This Time in Milwaukee and Dane Counties

Trump Sues Again, This Time in Milwaukee and Dane Counties

Trump campaign now has three suits pending to overturn Wisconsin's election.

Wisconsin Supreme Court Won’t Hear Trump Lawsuit

Wisconsin Supreme Court Won’t Hear Trump Lawsuit

Trump still has a federal court challenge pending.

State Supreme Court Won’t Hear COVID-19 Capacity Case

State Supreme Court Won’t Hear COVID-19 Capacity Case

The high court refused a petition by the governor to hear case on order limiting public gathering.

Evers Asks High Court to Review COVID Rules

Evers Asks High Court to Review COVID Rules

As lower courts flip flop on bar and restaurant restrictions he wants Supreme Court to step in.

WI Supreme Court Sows Confusion After Declining Ballot Error Case

WI Supreme Court Sows Confusion After Declining Ballot Error Case

Outagamie and Calumet county election officials uncertain what to do with misprinted ballots

State High Court Rules Legislature Can Represent State

State High Court Rules Legislature Can Represent State

Dallet dissent calls it “shocking” to allow Legislature to take over attorney general’s role.

Data Wonk: Supreme Court Shows Its Colors
Data Wonk

Supreme Court Shows Its Colors

What the Green Party ruling tells about the Wisconsin Supreme Court.

Gov. Evers Appoints Jon Richards and Reyna Morales to the Milwaukee County Circuit Court
Data Wonk: State Supreme Court Is Radically Activist
Data Wonk

State Supreme Court Is Radically Activist

Record shows many examples of grabbing cases before lower courts rule.

Jill Karofsky Sworn Into Wisconsin Supreme Court

Jill Karofsky Sworn Into Wisconsin Supreme Court

She was sworn in after running 35 miles of a 100-mile ultramarathon.

Karofsky Swearing In During 100-Mile Run

Karofsky Swearing In During 100-Mile Run

New Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice will take oath 35 miles into a 100-mile ultramarathon.

Data Wonk: Justice Hagedorn Surprises Observers
Data Wonk

Justice Hagedorn Surprises Observers

Supreme Court justice seems like a true conservative, not a right-wing activist.

Data Wonk: What Comes Next in the Fight Against the Coronavirus?
Data Wonk

What Comes Next in the Fight Against the Coronavirus?

Will individual choices be enough to keep a spike in cases and deaths at bay?

Op Ed: The Reopen Fans Love Attacking Women
Op Ed

The Reopen Fans Love Attacking Women

State health secretary Andrea Palm, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, others targeted.

Court Watch: Ruling Limits Involuntary Medication of Inmates
Court Watch

Ruling Limits Involuntary Medication of Inmates

WI Supreme Court says prisoners can’t be forcibly medicated unless they are dangerous.

Supreme Court Strikes Down “Safer at Home”

Supreme Court Strikes Down “Safer at Home”

Decision goes into effect immediately. Milwaukee's order remains in effect.

Special Interests Battle on High Court Case

Special Interests Battle on High Court Case

Koch and WMC filings push Supreme Court to stop Evers state shutdown, liberal groups disagree.

State Supreme Court to Hear GOP Challenge of ‘Safer At Home’

State Supreme Court to Hear GOP Challenge of ‘Safer At Home’

Justices will hear oral arguments on Tuesday

Data Wonk: Why Was Election in Pandemic Required?
Data Wonk

Why Was Election in Pandemic Required?

So ruled both the Wisconsin and U.S. Supreme Court. Let’s examine their reasoning.

Justice Ann Walsh Bradley endorses Jill Karofsky for Wisconsin Supreme Court
Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul Endorses Jill Karofsky for Wisconsin Supreme
The Contrarian: Karofsky Wrong About State Supreme Court
The Contrarian

Karofsky Wrong About State Supreme Court

Her campaign charges against the Supreme Court amount to slander.

It’s Kelly v. Karofsky for Supreme Court

It’s Kelly v. Karofsky for Supreme Court

Race could be tough: Candidates have accused each other of “corruption” and “disgusting slander”.

Jill Karofsky campaign raises $350,000 in 2019
Press Release

Jill Karofsky campaign raises $350,000 in 2019

More than 2000 contributions fuel strong grassroots campaign

Court Watch: High Court Weakens Suspect Line-Up Rules
Court Watch

High Court Weakens Suspect Line-Up Rules

Roggensack decision allows police to use single-person showups rather than multi-person lineups.

Wisconsin legislators rally behind Judge Jill Karofsky for Wisconsin Supreme Court
Press Release

Wisconsin legislators rally behind Judge Jill Karofsky for Wisconsin Supreme Court

Judge Karofsky currently serves as a criminal court judge in Dane County.

Judge Rachel Graham Announce Campaign to Retain Her Seat on the Wisconsin Court of Appeals
Press Release

Judge Rachel Graham Announce Campaign to Retain Her Seat on the Wisconsin Court of Appeals

Her campaign has been endorsed by four current and former Supreme Court Justices

Women Lead endorses Judge Jill Karofsky for WI Supreme Court
Press Release

Women Lead endorses Judge Jill Karofsky for WI Supreme Court

“Jill has the depth of experience and commitment to our values that we look for in a candidate.”

The Contrarian: Mum’s The Word For Justice Abrahamson
The Contrarian

Mum’s The Word For Justice Abrahamson

For 43 years she said nothing about Legislature’s “illegitimate” sessions. Until now.

High Court Says Governor Rules Over Schools

High Court Says Governor Rules Over Schools

Conservative majority’s decision says elected state superintendent must get governor’s approval for rule changes.

State Supreme Court Upholds Lame-Duck Laws

State Supreme Court Upholds Lame-Duck Laws

The conservative majority not persuaded by arguments that extraordinary session was unconstitutional.

Data Wonk: How Non-Partisan Are Supreme Court Races?
Data Wonk

How Non-Partisan Are Supreme Court Races?

Not very, the data suggests. Is there any way to change this?

Court Watch: Justice Kelly Will Run For Full Term
Court Watch

Justice Kelly Will Run For Full Term

Conservative appointed to Supreme Court by Walker will face two opponents in 2020.

Justice Rebecca Dallet endorses Judge Jill Karofsky for Wisconsin Supreme Court
Press Release

Justice Rebecca Dallet endorses Judge Jill Karofsky for Wisconsin Supreme Court

"We need Judge Jill Karofsky on the Wisconsin Supreme Court" - Justice Rebecca Dallet

The State of Politics: An Uphill Fight for ‘Lame Duck’ Challengers?
The State of Politics

An Uphill Fight for ‘Lame Duck’ Challengers?

Wisconsin’s history shows legislative sessions are legal and necessary -- and the courts have backed them.

Conservatives Argue Against Lame-Duck Lawsuit

Conservatives Argue Against Lame-Duck Lawsuit

Right-leaning members of Wisconsin Supreme Court skeptical in oral arguments on lawsuit challenging lame-duck session before Evers took office.

Back in the News: Did Kavanaugh Ad Elect Hagedorn?
Back in the News

Did Kavanaugh Ad Elect Hagedorn?

Republican group says its ads killed front runner Lisa Neubauer in Supreme Court race.

City’s Spring Turnout Up 50% Since 2017!

City’s Spring Turnout Up 50% Since 2017!

Contrary to early report, Milwaukee actually had strong turnout for Supreme Court race.

Murphy’s Law: 10 Lessons of Supreme Court Race
Murphy’s Law

10 Lessons of Supreme Court Race

Anger drives votes, media in decline, traditional judicial campaigns are dead, and more.

7 Numbers That Explain The Election

7 Numbers That Explain The Election

Neubauer did better yet worse than expected in Milwaukee, which decided statewide race.

Court Watch: Shelton Discusses Past Police Encounters
Court Watch

Shelton Discusses Past Police Encounters

Circuit Court candidate’s experiences point to possible racial bias in the suburbs.

Court Watch: Shelton, Jones Pick Best and Worst Cases
Court Watch

Shelton, Jones Pick Best and Worst Cases

Milwaukee Circuit Court candidates pick best and worst Supreme Court decisions.

Court Watch: Why Shelton, Jones Want To Be Judge
Court Watch

Why Shelton, Jones Want To Be Judge

Candidates for Branch 40 Circuit Court talk about their motivations.

Grassroots North Shore Endorses Judge Lisa Neubauer for Wisconsin State Supreme Court
Press Release

Grassroots North Shore Endorses Judge Lisa Neubauer for Wisconsin State Supreme Court

Judge Neubauer has had a long and significant career in regard to the rule of law, having served on the Court of Appeals for the past ten years and serving currently as Presiding Judge of the Court of Appeals since 2015.

NEWaukee to Host Event Featuring Local, State Representatives Next Thursday
Press Release

NEWaukee to Host Event Featuring Local, State Representatives Next Thursday

Political Open Mic with Bridge the City to Include Justice Rebecca Dallet, State Representative Evan Goyke, District Attorney John T. Chisholm and more

Op Ed: Recusal At Issue in High Court Race
Op Ed

Recusal At Issue in High Court Race

State Supreme Court has one of nation’s weakest rules to prevent ethical conflicts.

Op Ed: Top 10 Stories of 2018 Affecting Democracy
Op Ed

Top 10 Stories of 2018 Affecting Democracy

How Wisconsin went forward -- and backward -- in democratic government.

Murphy’s Law: Republicans’ Plan for Permanent Power
Murphy’s Law

Republicans’ Plan for Permanent Power

They began plotting last spring to retain power even if a Democrat won for governor.

The Contrarian: Dallet’s Curious Attack on Justice System
The Contrarian

Dallet’s Curious Attack on Justice System

Her call to re-examine black incarceration rate raises question of her role in that system.

Governor Walker Appoints Andrew Jones to Serve on the Milwaukee County Circuit Court
Press Release

Governor Walker Appoints Andrew Jones to Serve on the Milwaukee County Circuit Court

Andrew Jones is a partner in the Milwaukee office of Husch Blackwell LLP.

Justice Dallet Sworn in to Wisconsin Supreme Court

Justice Dallet Sworn in to Wisconsin Supreme Court

Says in this time of division our future "lies in accepting and honoring our differences."

The State of Politics: ACLU Increases Its Impact
The State of Politics

ACLU Increases Its Impact

More political activism and big boost in membership gives liberal group more clout.

Campaign Cash: National Democratic Group Impacts State
Campaign Cash

National Democratic Group Impacts State

Run by Eric Holder, with money from George Soros and AFSCME.

High Court Backs Evers Over Walker

High Court Backs Evers Over Walker

Evers can hire his own attorney in legal battle rather than AG Schimel, as Walker insisted.

DPW Response on Special Election Victory
Press Release

DPW Response on Special Election Victory

"Tonight is a good night for Wisconsin Democrats."

The State of Politics: Abrahamson’s Career from Dominator to Dissenter
The State of Politics

Abrahamson’s Career from Dominator to Dissenter

Justice Shirley Abrahamson who joined the high court in 1976 and led the court for years, won't be running for another term.

Walker, Republicans Warn of Blue Wave

Walker, Republicans Warn of Blue Wave

Ryan says farewell, Vukmir endorsed at annual state convention of GOP party.

The State of Politics: Republicans Divided in Two Special Elections
The State of Politics

Republicans Divided in Two Special Elections

Dueling ads in 1st Senate District slam both GOP candidates.

DPW response to nasty, panicked GOP state convention
Press Release

DPW response to nasty, panicked GOP state convention

The state GOP ignores Wisconsin needs and faces a bleak outlook for their party and its divisive leaders

Plenty of Horne: Special Elections Attract Local Interest
Plenty of Horne

Special Elections Attract Local Interest

Milwaukee Democrats raising money for outstate special elections Walker resisted calling.

Data Wonk: What Do Voters Want from Justices?
Data Wonk

What Do Voters Want from Justices?

Screnock’s defeat suggests they want integrity, not a Supreme Court bought by special interests.

Campaign Cash: Supreme Court Race Spending Topped $3 Million
Campaign Cash

Supreme Court Race Spending Topped $3 Million

And that’s just outside spending, which was nearly even for Screnock and Dallet.

Data Wonk: Voters Want Checks and Balances
Data Wonk

Voters Want Checks and Balances

That’s the message on Supreme Court race, Treasurer referendum. Was message received?

Op Ed: Tommy Predicts Walker Could Lose Big
Op Ed

Tommy Predicts Walker Could Lose Big

“President should not be a bully,” Thompson says, and that will hurt GOP.

Court Watch: Dallet Won 313 of 322 City Wards
Court Watch

Dallet Won 313 of 322 City Wards

Screnock won just nine wards, and 25% of Milwaukee’s total vote.

Votes In 2018 Wisconsin Supreme Court Race Were Most Partisan In Two Decades

Votes In 2018 Wisconsin Supreme Court Race Were Most Partisan In Two Decades

Despite differing outcomes, ballot preferences echoed 2016 Presidential election.

The State of Politics: Why Walker Waved Red “Danger” Sign
The State of Politics

Why Walker Waved Red “Danger” Sign

He's experienced a wave election before, but that time it helped him.

Op Ed: Gov. Walker’s Supreme Anger
Op Ed

Gov. Walker’s Supreme Anger

He lashes out in frustration after Judge Dallet's high court victory, afraid a blue wave is heading his way.

Murphy’s Law: Should Walker Be Worried?
Murphy’s Law

Should Walker Be Worried?

Does he face an unstoppable “blue wave”? Maybe.

7 Election Takeaways

7 Election Takeaways

What did we learn as the blue wave washed over Wisconsin?

Court Watch: Dallet Won in Trumpland
Court Watch

Dallet Won in Trumpland

She even won Sauk County, home base of Michael Screnock.

Gov. Scott Walker and Wisconsin Right Wing Lose in Electoral Earthquake
Press Release

Gov. Scott Walker and Wisconsin Right Wing Lose in Electoral Earthquake

Progressives Take Open Wisconsin Supreme Court Seat for First Time Since 1995

Vote Today; Key Races Will Be Decided

Vote Today; Key Races Will Be Decided

A breakdown of everything on Milwaukee ballots.

Op Ed: Recusal At Issue in High Court Race
Op Ed

Recusal At Issue in High Court Race

Screnock opposes recusal rule, even if he gets $1 million from group that brings cases to court.

The State of Politics: Court Race Replays Issues of 2011
The State of Politics

Court Race Replays Issues of 2011

Dallet vs Screnock a rerun of Kloppenburg vs Prosser for Supreme Court in 2011?

Campaign Cash: Outside Groups Spend $2.2 Million on High Court
Campaign Cash

Outside Groups Spend $2.2 Million on High Court

WMC and Greater Wisconsin are biggest spenders on Supreme Court race.

Op Ed: The Long Arm of the WMC
Op Ed

The Long Arm of the WMC

Big business group wants to buy another high court justice, as WMC has admitted.

Smart Politics: Dallet Would Make History If Elected
Smart Politics

Dallet Would Make History If Elected

6 of 7 state Supreme Court members would be women, highest percentage in American history.

Giffords Endorses Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court Against Gun Lobby Backed Candidate
Press Release

Giffords Endorses Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court Against Gun Lobby Backed Candidate

"Congresswoman Gabby Giffords and Captain Mark Kelly are American heroes who have served our country with distinction and honor, and I’m humbled to have their endorsement."

Vice President Joe Biden Endorses Judge Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court
Press Release

Vice President Joe Biden Endorses Judge Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court

"I have always admired the Vice President's work on behalf of women and victims of sexual assault."

Momentum for Dallet as Legal Community Overwhelmingly Sees Her as More Qualified
Press Release

Momentum for Dallet as Legal Community Overwhelmingly Sees Her as More Qualified

Two Bar Association polls show stark difference between candidates; new endorsements add to momentum

Murphy’s Law: The Strange Race for Supreme Court
Murphy’s Law

The Strange Race for Supreme Court

Look carefully. Both candidates are not what they claim to be.

Michael Screnock Gets 38% of His Money From Republican Party; Dallet Gets 0% of Her Money From Democratic Party
Press Release

Michael Screnock Gets 38% of His Money From Republican Party; Dallet Gets 0% of Her Money From Democratic Party

Michael Screnock’s $345,000 Five Times What Any Wisconsin Supreme Court Candidate Has Taken From Any Political Party

Senator Cory Booker Endorses Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court
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Senator Cory Booker Endorses Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court

"I’m so honored that Senator Cory Booker has joined our fight to bring independence and fairness back to Wisconsin's Supreme Court."

Professional Firefighters of Wisconsin Endorse Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court
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Professional Firefighters of Wisconsin Endorse Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court

"I am so thankful for the support of the men and women who keep our communities safe."

Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin Endorses Judge Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice
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Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin Endorses Judge Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice

"PPAWI is proud to support Judge Dallet, a strong voice for women and families, who will return balance and integrity to Wisconsin's increasingly partisan Supreme Court."

Wisconsin Working Families Party Endorses Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court
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Wisconsin Working Families Party Endorses Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court

"I'm honored to receive the endorsement of Wisconsin's Working Families Party."

Congressman Mark Pocan Endorses Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court
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Congressman Mark Pocan Endorses Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court

"Congressman Pocan is a fierce leader for Wisconsin values that we all share and I'm honored to receive his endorsement."

Former Governor Jim Doyle  Endorses Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court
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Former Governor Jim Doyle Endorses Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court

"I am grateful to Governor Doyle for his support."

Working Wisconsinites Endorse Dallet for Justice
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Working Wisconsinites Endorse Dallet for Justice

Endorsers Include Wisconsin State AFL-CIO, AFSCME Wisconsin Council 32, WEAC, MTI, IBEW Local 494, Plumbers Local 75, SEIU Wisconsin State Council, International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers District 10, United Steelworkers District 2, UAW Wisconsin State CAP Council, Teamsters Joint Council 39

Former Senator Herb Kohl Endorses Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court
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Former Senator Herb Kohl Endorses Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court

"'m grateful to Senator Herb Kohl for endorsing my candidacy for Wisconsin's Supreme Court."

The Contrarian: Dallet Blows Off Burns’ Backing
The Contrarian

Dallet Blows Off Burns’ Backing

High court candidate prefers not to be identified with left wing loser Tim Burns?

Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett Endorses Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court
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Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett Endorses Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court

"Mayor Barrett's endorsement means a great deal to me; I am grateful for his support."

Justice Shirley Abrahamson Endorses Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court
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Justice Shirley Abrahamson Endorses Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court

"It is a great honor to receive the endorsement of Wisconsin's Justice Abrahamson."

Judge Rebecca Dallet Wins First Debate
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Judge Rebecca Dallet Wins First Debate

Dallet displays experience, qualifications and values to be Justice on Wisconsin's Supreme Court

Justice Ann Walsh Bradley Endorses Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court
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Justice Ann Walsh Bradley Endorses Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court

"It is a true honor to earn the endorsement of Justice Ann Walsh Bradley."

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Endorses Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court
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Congresswoman Gwen Moore Endorses Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court

"Congresswoman Moore is a leader in Milwaukee and I am so proud she has endorsed my candidacy for Wisconsin Supreme Court."

Senator Tammy Baldwin Endorses Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court
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Senator Tammy Baldwin Endorses Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court

"Tammy has always been a fearless leader for Wisconsin families and I'm grateful that she supports my campaign."

Wisconsin Supreme Court Debate to Air Live on WISN 12
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Wisconsin Supreme Court Debate to Air Live on WISN 12

WISN 12 commitment 2018 coverage presents statewide debater in partnership with Marquette University Law School.

Judge Rebecca Dallet Advances to General Election
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Judge Rebecca Dallet Advances to General Election

After decisive primary, Dallet will take on right-wing extremist Michael Screnock

Vote for Supreme Court, County Board Tuesday

Vote for Supreme Court, County Board Tuesday

One county board race and a hotly contested race for state's highest court.

Campaign Cash: Republican Party is Screnock’s Top Donor
Campaign Cash

Republican Party is Screnock’s Top Donor

Dallet and Burns have no donations from two parties in state Supreme Court race.

Republican Party Gives Screnock Campaign Massive Infusion of Resources
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Republican Party Gives Screnock Campaign Massive Infusion of Resources

Michael Screnock claims to be nonpartisan but his financial disclosures say otherwise

Campaign Cash: Dark Money Targets Supreme Court Race
Campaign Cash

Dark Money Targets Supreme Court Race

Secretive Wisconsin Alliance for Reform will do ads, has connections to GOP, Koch Brothers.

Wisconsin Judges Back Rebecca Dallet for Supreme Court Bid
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Wisconsin Judges Back Rebecca Dallet for Supreme Court Bid

More than 200 judges covering 54 counties across the state have endorsed Dallet's campaign

The State of Politics: Supreme Court Primary Very Divisive
The State of Politics

Supreme Court Primary Very Divisive

Battle of Dallet, Burns and Screnock mirrors national, state political divides.

Dallet for Justice Earns New Endorsements from Across Wisconsin
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Dallet for Justice Earns New Endorsements from Across Wisconsin

"The endorsement of these Wisconsin leaders gives this campaign the momentum to win on April 3rd."

Murphy’s Law: Dark Money’s High Court Candidate
Murphy’s Law

Dark Money’s High Court Candidate

Michael Screnock blows off candidate forums, bets on special interest money.

Photo Gallery: Women’s March Brings Thousands Downtown
Photo Gallery

Women’s March Brings Thousands Downtown

As one attendee puts it, “the stakes are too high, I can’t stay home.”

Court Watch: Voter’s Choice, Burns vs. Dallet
Court Watch

Voter’s Choice, Burns vs. Dallet

Two Supreme Court candidates answer questions, but Screnock declines.

Murphy’s Law: Can Dallet Win Supreme Court Primary?
Murphy’s Law

Can Dallet Win Supreme Court Primary?

Outspoken Madison liberal Tim Burns stands in her way.

Judge Rebecca Dallet Condemns President Trump’s Racist Remarks
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Judge Rebecca Dallet Condemns President Trump’s Racist Remarks

"It is unacceptable and I condemn these remarks."

Campaign Cash: How Wealthy Are Supreme Court Candidates?
Campaign Cash

How Wealthy Are Supreme Court Candidates?

Liberal Burns has most money, conservative Screnock the least.

ICYMI: Tim Burns files nomination papers for Wisconsin Supreme Court
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ICYMI: Tim Burns files nomination papers for Wisconsin Supreme Court

The primary will be held on February 20th, 2018.

Former Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Louis Butler announces support for Judge Rebecca Dallet
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Former Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Louis Butler announces support for Judge Rebecca Dallet

Justice Louis Butler joins more than 300 local leaders, elected officials, and judges from across the state in supporting Judge Rebecca Dallet for Supreme Court.

Leaders from Southeast Wisconsin announce support for Judge Rebecca Dallet
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Leaders from Southeast Wisconsin announce support for Judge Rebecca Dallet

These leaders join more than 200 judges and other elected officials from across the state in endorsing Judge Dallet for Supreme Court.

Judge Rebecca Dallet Weighs in on Poll Results Regarding Judicial Recusal
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Judge Rebecca Dallet Weighs in on Poll Results Regarding Judicial Recusal

"By an 82-12 margin, the people of Wisconsin want a strong judicial recusal rule."

Rebecca Dallet earns support from 89 judges in Wisconsin Supreme Court bid
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Rebecca Dallet earns support from 89 judges in Wisconsin Supreme Court bid

Judge Dallet is running because she believes in Wisconsin.

Statement from Judge Rebecca Dallet candidate for Wisconsin Supreme Court
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Statement from Judge Rebecca Dallet candidate for Wisconsin Supreme Court

"I'm running for the Supreme Court because it's out of balance."

Judge Rebecca Dallet Enters Race for Wisconsin Supreme Court
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Judge Rebecca Dallet Enters Race for Wisconsin Supreme Court

"I have the right experience to return independence and balance to what has become an increasingly partisan Supreme Court.”

Dallet May Run for Supreme Court

Dallet May Run for Supreme Court

Judge Rebecca Dallet could oppose Justice Michael Gableman.

Plenty of Horne: Wales and Yang Spar at Forum
Plenty of Horne

Wales and Yang Spar at Forum

Plus: Judicial race fuels nasty dispute over Yang's endorsements.

Court Watch: Most Reversed Judge Of The Year
Court Watch

Most Reversed Judge Of The Year

Judge William Gabler had four cases overturned by higher courts in 2016.

Judge Paul Rifelj launches campaign with support of majority of fellow judges
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Judge Paul Rifelj launches campaign with support of majority of fellow judges

Public safety organizations also support Rifelj at launch of campaign to win a full term on Milwaukee County Circuit Court

Judges rally behind Gwen Connolly in race for Circuit Court Judge
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Judges rally behind Gwen Connolly in race for Circuit Court Judge

“The campaign has been energizing, and it’s a privilege to have the support of these distinguished leaders,” said Connolly.

Plenty of Horne: Barrett’s Birthday Party
Plenty of Horne

Barrett’s Birthday Party

The mayor's celebration is 11 days late. And Lakefront Brewery shatters its record for annual barrels manufactured.

The Other Mandela

The Other Mandela

The fundraiser for Rep. Mandela Barnes, just two days before his namesake Nelson Mandela died, had a big turnout.

Plenty of Horne: Amtrak to Chicago Will Go Wireless
Plenty of Horne

Amtrak to Chicago Will Go Wireless

Finally, the line will get Wi-Fi (we hope), but Milwaukee's Amtrak station still lacks it.

Plenty of Horne: Why We Lost the Marsupial Bridge Swings
Plenty of Horne

Why We Lost the Marsupial Bridge Swings

The city hasn't allocated money to maintain them. Should the nearby Business Improvement District adopt them?

Plenty of Horne: Local Artist’s Gift to Obama Gets Complicated
Plenty of Horne

Local Artist’s Gift to Obama Gets Complicated

Tim Meyerring's present to the president gets caught up in the law on gifts and consultations with the White House assessor.