Russ Feingold is a former U.S. Senator from Wisconsin.
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Will Wisconsin Matter in Presidential Race?
If not, that’s bad news not just for Trump but for Ron Johnson, too.
Jul 7th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Journal Sentinel’s Bias Against Feingold
The coverage of Russ Feingold suggests they’ve truly become a Republican newspaper.
Jun 21st, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
New Marquette Law School Poll finds Clinton, Feingold leading
Majorities have negative views of presidential candidates
Jun 15th, 2016 by Marquette University
Excerpts from Russ Feingold at the State Democratic Convention
Below are excerpts of his remarks as prepared for delivery:
Jun 3rd, 2016 by Russ Feingold
Senator Johnson Finally Leaves Washington… To Fundraise in Texas
Johnson has been crisscrossing the country to meet with wealthy backers.
Jun 1st, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Johnson staff knew Tomah smear campaign based on a “total lie”
The AP has just reported that Sen. Johnson’s staff knew that the central claim in the Koch-backed $2 million smear campaign against Russ is a "total lie."
May 28th, 2016 by Russ Feingold
Happening Now: Johnson Leaves Work in the Senate Early For a Fundraiser on Wall Street
With the Senate in session, Johnson is ducking out of Washington early today to attend a fundraiser at Eddie Sugar’s office in New York City.
May 12th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
4 Questions for Sen. Johnson as He Launches His Campaign from PACUR
Sen. Johnson, a regular critic of government programs like student loans and social security, gleefully embraced government subsidies when it benefitted his in-laws company.
May 1st, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
With Low Approval Ratings in Wisconsin, Senator Johnson Turns to Billionaires to Fund his Campaign
Two super PACs tied to the senator combined to rake in over $1.1 million last quarter with more than half of that coming from just two donors.
Apr 18th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Sen. Johnson headed to Vegas to lure super PAC dollars from Sheldon Adelson
Adelson contributed over $92 million to Republican super PACs in 2012
Apr 8th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Sen. Johnson still refusing to listen on SCOTUS vacancy
As More Senators Take Garland Nomination Seriously, Johnson Remains in Lockstep with Obstructionist Fringe
Apr 6th, 2016 by Russ Feingold
ICYMI: Senator Ron Johnson Defends his Support of Donald Trump
Trump has taken his party by storm by pushing misogyny, racism, xenophobia, and making fun of physically disabled individuals.
Apr 4th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Sen. Johnson Letting Koch Brothers Introduce Him to Wisconsinites
Now we know why Senator Johnson wouldn’t sign the Badger Pledge to keep these outside groups out of Wisconsin.
Apr 4th, 2016 by Russ Feingold
New Marquette Law School Poll finds Cruz, Sanders ahead in Wisconsin presidential primaries
Bradley leads state Supreme Court race
Mar 30th, 2016 by Marquette University
Media Used By Right Against Kloppenburg
Journal Sentinel attacks Kloppenburg on unproven issue raised by right-wing.
Mar 28th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Statement on Sen. Ron Johnson’s Endorsement Tour
"P.S. The Badger Pledge is still on the table."
Mar 23rd, 2016 by Russ Feingold
President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden Endorse Russ
“I’m proud to have the support of President Obama and Vice President Biden,” said Russ.
Mar 17th, 2016 by Russ Feingold
Statement on Sen. Johnson’s latest comments regarding the Supreme Court vacancy
“Sadly, Sen. Johnson is confirming that he’s only willing to do his job if it helps Washington Republicans."
Mar 10th, 2016 by Russ Feingold
Sen. Ron Johnson: Strict Obstructionist
Johnson Spent Entire Term Blocking 7th Circuit Court of Appeals
Feb 26th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
New Marquette Law School Poll finds tight Democratic race, Trump maintaining Republican lead in Wisconsin
A new Marquette Law School Poll finds a tight race for the Democratic presidential nomination in Wisconsin and Donald Trump maintaining his lead for the Republican nomination
Feb 25th, 2016 by Marquette University
Russ Feingold Endorses Mayor Tom Barrett
"Tom Barrett has the right ideas to keep Milwaukee moving forward," said Russ Feingold.
Feb 24th, 2016 by Mayor Tom Barrett
For Sen. Ron Johnson on Supreme Court Vacancy, “doing nothing is also an action”
Senator Ron Johnson continues to refuse to do his job on the Supreme Court vacancy.
Feb 17th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
9 Election Takeaways
Tom Barrett might be in trouble, Chris Abele definitely is. So is Puente.
Feb 17th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Russ Feingold Releases Badger Innovation Plan
Plan Reflects Input From Innovative Businesses Across Wisconsin
Feb 15th, 2016 by Russ Feingold
UAW, SEIU, LIUNA, AFSCME Endorse Russ Feingold
Russ earned the endorsements because of his commitment to creating an economy that works for working and middle class Wisconsinites.
Feb 12th, 2016 by Russ Feingold
Seniors Advocates Endorse Russ Feingold’s Senate Bid
Russ is committed to providing Wisconsin's seniors with the dignity of a secure retirement and is dedicated to protecting Social Security and the well-being of all Wisconsin seniors.
Feb 11th, 2016 by Russ Feingold
LCV Action Fund, Sierra Club Endorse Russ Feingold for U.S. Senate
“I’m grateful to have the support of LCV, the Sierra Club, and their members.”
Feb 10th, 2016 by Russ Feingold
Planned Parenthood, Wisconsin National Organization for Women Endorse Russ Feingold
While Russ has championed equal pay legislation and greater access to healthcare for Wisconsin’s women, Sen. Ron Johnson has voted to defund Planned Parenthood 7 times while in Washington.
Feb 9th, 2016 by Russ Feingold
Statement on the 7th Anniversary of the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act
"We clearly have much more work to do to ensure that women and their families have every opportunity to succeed. "
Jan 29th, 2016 by Russ Feingold
New Marquette Law School Poll finds tight races in Wisconsin presidential primaries
Feingold holds lead over Johnson in U.S. Senate race
Jan 28th, 2016 by Marquette University
Marquette Law School to host Wisconsin U.S. Senate candidates in upcoming “On the Issues” events
Feingold will appear on Tuesday, Jan. 26, and Johnson will appear on Friday, Feb. 5. Both events are at 12:15 p.m.
Jan 22nd, 2016 by Marquette University
Right-Wing Front Group Highlights Sen. Ron Johnson’s Hypocrisy
Previously, Johnson's office claimed the complaints were referred to an oversight committee, an intentionally misleading statement.
Jan 20th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Statement: Burkina Faso and Iran Announcement
"While we welcome good news today, we must not take our eye off the ball as new threats emerge -- not only from ISIS, but from al Qaeda and its affiliates like AQIM and al Shabaab."
Jan 16th, 2016 by Russ Feingold
The Source of Ron Johnson’s Conspiracy Theory Revealed!
Johnson taking his cues from Ben Carson and Rick Santorum on EMP "threat"
Jan 15th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Russ for Wisconsin Raises Nearly $2.7 million in Q4, Over $7.4 million in 2015
Quarterly and 2015 Fundraising Totals Represent Records for Wisconsin
Jan 14th, 2016 by Russ Feingold
Wisconsin’s Top 10 Political Stories Of 2015
Walker and Republican legislators dominate this year's top political stories in Wisconsin.
Dec 28th, 2015 by Steven Walters
Hybrid Lounge, City’s Newest Gay Bar
In a building whose history goes back to 1890, it attracts a hybrid of gay and straight folks.
Nov 30th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Senator Ron Johnson’s Free Trade Silence
"Unabashed" free trader has gone silent on Trans-Pacific Partnership
Nov 24th, 2015 by Russ Feingold
New MU Law School Poll finds Carson, Trump and Rubio atop Wisconsin primary race
Clinton holds edge among Wisconsin Democrats
Nov 19th, 2015 by Marquette University
Russ Feingold Announces Veterans Advisory Committee
Group of 15 Wisconsin veterans will assist campaign for U.S. Senate
Nov 5th, 2015 by Russ Feingold
Chris Larson’s War Against Abele
State senator running for county executive blasts Abele with personal attacks, will divide Democrats.
Oct 15th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Statement: Trans-Pacific Partnership
"Wisconsin's working families see the Trans-Pacific Partnership for what it is, a raw deal written in secret for corporate interests at the expense of Wisconsin jobs."
Oct 5th, 2015 by Russ Feingold
Russ for Wisconsin Raises $2.4 Million
Nearly 20,000 Wisconsinites have contributed to Russ Feingold's campaign, including contributions from all 72 counties.
Oct 1st, 2015 by Russ Feingold
Marquette Law School Poll finds Walker job approval at 37 percent, following presidential run
Trump takes GOP lead, Clinton holds Dem edge in Wisconsin
Sep 30th, 2015 by Marquette University
GE Closes Waukesha Facility
"Over the years, Senator Ron Johnson has helped turn the non-controversial reauthorization of the Export-Import Bank into a game of political brinkmanship, which today proved it has no winners. ”
Sep 28th, 2015 by Russ Feingold
Charles Franklin goes “On the Issues” to present new Marquette Law School Poll
Franklin and Mike Gousha will go inside the numbers of the poll
Sep 22nd, 2015 by Marquette University
Russ Feingold visits 72nd county, listening to Wisconsinites
Feingold: "I'm just getting started"
Aug 24th, 2015 by Russ Feingold
Marquette Law School Poll finds Walker, Clinton leading primary fields among Wisconsin voters
For U.S. Senate, Feingold 47, Johnson 42
Aug 20th, 2015 by Marquette University
Charles Franklin goes “On the Issues” to present new Marquette Law School Poll
The Marquette Law School Poll is the most extensive statewide polling project in Wisconsin history.
Aug 11th, 2015 by Marquette University
Russ For Wisconsin Reports $2.3 million in FEC Filing
Feingold raised $2.3 million in just six weeks as a declared candidate
Jul 15th, 2015 by Russ Feingold
Wisconsin’s Rotten Return on Federal Taxes Paid
New report shows we’re the fourth worst state in federal spending received. Walker’s policies don’t help.
Jul 1st, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Russ For Wisconsin Off To Strong Fundraising Start
Six weeks after announcement, Feingold has raised over $2.2 million
Jul 1st, 2015 by Russ Feingold
Russ Feingold released the following statement on the Supreme Court’s ruling on same-sex marriage
"Today's ruling affirms a clear constitutional principle: that same-sex couples must have access to the same rights, privileges and benefits afforded to everyone else, and that includes marriage."
Jun 26th, 2015 by Russ Feingold
Why We Need Term Limits
Shirley Abrahamson has served 39 years. Fred Risser has served 60 years. Maybe that's too long.
Jun 25th, 2015 by John Torinus
Ron Johnson Needs To Answer On Badger Pledge
After dodging for one week Wisconsin deserves an answer from Senator Johnson
Jun 19th, 2015 by Russ Feingold
Johnson refuses to give yes or no to Badger Pledge
Pledge would keep tens of millions of dark money out of Wisconsin
Jun 16th, 2015 by Russ Feingold
72 Hours of Silence from Ron Johnson on Badger Pledge
Russ Feingold's offer would prevent limitless anonymous campaign money in Wisconsin
Jun 15th, 2015 by Russ Feingold
Russ Feingold Asks Ron Johnson To Sign Badger Pledge
Badger Pledge would keep super PAC and dark money out of Wisconsin Senate election
Jun 12th, 2015 by Russ Feingold
Is Feingold the Hillary of Wisconsin Democrats?
For better or worse, the similarities between the two are many.
Jun 8th, 2015 by Steven Walters
Why Russ Could Beat Rojo
As the polls suggest, Johnson hasn't really tried to connect with voters. That could be fatal.
May 27th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Race for Democratic Chair Gets Dirty
Some mudslinging at the candidates may stick to Democratic insider and consultant Thad Nation. This story was updated at 6:30 p.m., May 26.
May 21st, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Sen. Feingold’s Big-Government Policies Bad For Wisconsin
Americans for Prosperity knows that free-market policies which promote freedom and opportunity are the best recipe for moving Wisconsin forward.
May 14th, 2015 by AFP Wisconsin
Russ Feingold launches campaign for U.S. Senate
"My desire to serve is stronger than ever."
May 14th, 2015 by Russ Feingold
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Announces New Wisconsin State Director
“I share Senator Baldwin’s strong commitment to public service and I am eager to put my experience to work for her in Wisconsin.”
May 11th, 2015 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Marquette Law School Poll finds Walker job approval down
Clinton leads presidential matchups; controversy over budget
Apr 16th, 2015 by Marquette University
Who Will Lead the Democratic Party?
Five candidates seek the difficult job of trying to revive the minority party in Wisconsin.
Mar 23rd, 2015 by Steven Walters
Walker Not Most Polarizing Pol
Polls show he is fourth most polarizing among state voters.
Jan 19th, 2015 by Steven Walters
Swing Voters Leave Hope for Democrats
They voted for Walker yet support accepting federal Medicaid increase and raising minimum wage.
Dec 8th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Who Will Lead the Democrats?
The party badly needs leadership, but the bench looks thin. Here are the likely candidates.
Nov 17th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Will Mary Burke Spend Big?
Democrats hope she'll spend plenty of her personal wealth in the race against Scott Walker, but she's giving mixed signals.
Oct 22nd, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Ald. Pérez’s Tiny, Former Jesuit Home
His tiny lot and 840 square-foot home make him a true man of the people. And not much of a gardener.
Aug 25th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Feingold’s Progressive Front
His Progressives United group gives more than $1 million to political candidates.
Jul 11th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Jim Sensenbrenner, Civil Libertarian?
Will Wisconsin’s congressman protect us from Obama’s NSA surveillance?
Jun 25th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Who Will Run Against Walker?
The list of possible candidates isn't long, as discussions at the state Democratic convention made clear.
Jun 17th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Democrats in Disarray
The firing of its state spokesperson is just another sign the party has lost its way.
Mar 12th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
High Court Race May Cost Millions
Roggensack's reelection effort will determine if Supreme Court retains a conservative majority. Millions could be spent on both sides.
Feb 13th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
The Rise of MU Law School
How it became the state's leading pollster and a high profile place for public forums.
Oct 19th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Stealth Conservatives
Bradley-funded think tank changes its polls and subsidizes Journal Sentinel’s right-wing columnist.
Oct 11th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Fitzgerald’s Strangely Sleepy Campaign
Is Jeff Fitzgerald running for U.S. Senator or top lobbyist?
Aug 2nd, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Common Council Passes Vehicle Registration Fee
Senator Russ Feingold presented his upcoming legislation which focuses on encouraging innovation, growth in small business, creating jobs in green energy, linking business with education and capitalizing on research in the fresh water science. He received input into this legislation from local business leaders, Sheldon Lubar and Joseph Zilber, with the hope of finding solutions that can work nationally but also locally in southeast Wisconsin. The other item of note was the Common Council’s vote to override Mayor Tom Barrett‘s veto of the controversial $20 vehicle registration fee. The override needed ten votes and received eleven so the vehicle registration fee will be enacted. The vehicle registration fee will eliminate assessments, which have averaged $2500 per household, related to road reconstruction projects within the City of Milwaukee.
Sep 2nd, 2008 by Dave Reid
Senator Russ Feingold to Address Milwaukee Common Council
As part of the President's Speaker Series, Council President Willie Hines Jr has invited Senator Russ Feingold to address the Common Council on September 2nd. There is a reception before the meeting at 8:30 a.m., followed by the meeting at 9:00 a.m. The meeting and reception are both open to the public.
Aug 30th, 2008 by Jeramey Jannene
Residents of Janesville Flock to Milwaukee and Chicago
The title of this post is purely fiction at this point, but is what this writer believes should happen.
Jun 6th, 2008 by Jeramey Jannene
Site Reveals D.C. Staffer Salaries
Millionaires Kohl, Sensenbrenner, others Generous with Taxpayer Money
Sep 19th, 2006 by Michael Horne
DA Hits Lord With Double Felony Charge
Art Dealer Acted as Middleman in Bud Selig’s $200,000 Matisse Purchase. River Hills Doctor Out $180,000
Sep 13th, 2005 by Michael Horne
McGee’s Folly
If you want to get a chuckle and a “no comment” out of a Milwaukee alderman these days, just tell him that Ald. Michael McGee, Jr. “certainly has a way with words.”
Feb 21st, 2005 by Michael Horne
Burke Gets Break
The Supreme Court granted a stay Friday, and Burke’s trial is postponed.
Sep 20th, 2004 by Michael Horne
Drink for Free
One of the joys of electoral politics is that the polls eventually close on election day and then it is up to us to flock to the parties.
Sep 13th, 2004 by Michael Horne
A Chance to Speak Up for North Ave
"The Bronzeville project is one of the most important ventures ever planned for the 6th Aldermanic District, and I believe that it can be a dynamic, credible, and viable venue for the community."
Aug 9th, 2004 by Michael Horne
The Kerry Rally
Senator John Kerry paid another visit to Milwaukee on Monday, August 2nd at a public rally in Pere Marquette Park. Gates to the park opened at 4:30 p.m. while the presidential candidate was still racing across Lake Michigan on the Lake Express ferry. Access to Kerry these days requires a thorough screening by security personnel, so by 6 p.m. a line stretched from Plankinton and Kilbourn, the park’s entrance, across the river to the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts, at which point it headed north, wrapped itself around the building, headed east on E. State Street and finally tapered off at N. Edison Street. For pictures click here. The line moved slowly as security guards checked the attendees, emptied pockets, etc. Once inside the secure enclosure, the crowd was able to buy bottled water and pizza from Amazon Pizza, a fun new spot on W. Wells St. However, many people never made it to the security screening, and they simply camped out along the riverfront, enjoying the event from the Marcus Center riverwalk. It made for a nice sight for cameras, since Candidate Kerry, speaking from a raised platform on the north end of the park, would gesture from time to time toward those on the distant shore. Alas, milwaukeeworld had almost resigned itself to distant coverage of the event, but as it turns out there was a special entrance to the event, and we designed to make it ours. Joe Klein and I headed to Kilbourn and N. Third Street where an officer was in place to tell us that we could not advance to the press table set up in our sight, but out of our reach. Meanwhile, he waved in such prominent figures as Sen. Herb Kohl, Rep. Sheldon Wasserman, Steve Marcus and others, all of whom had red tickets, while we had none. Providentially, Margaret Henningsen showed up on the scene with an extra red ticket, which we begged for and received. The red ticket made us legit for the officer, and we proceeded through our screening, after watching several of the people mentioned above get screened themselves. (Steve Marcus does not look like a guy who gets frisked a lot.) Inside the gates of the special section, where the red-ticketed people go, we were treated to a fascinating caste system in which our “Kerry Edwards From Sea to Shining Sea Believe in America Tour” Press pass marked us as scum. The real media stars, and there were dozens of them, were members of the “Traveling Press.” The Traveling Press spends its time apart from the regular press, and they dine together in a fancy tent. The food was from Chef Pat’s catering. Pat Houlihan said the campaign kept changing its meal plans, but he settled on roast pork sandwiches, a couple of salads, pretzels, soft drinks and Miller Beer. The Traveling Press drinks very little beer, which in the end turned out to be a blessing for Chef Pat’s weary and thirsty crew. The […]
Aug 3rd, 2004 by Michael Horne
Lautenschlager’s Mess
Attorney General Peg Lautenschlager’s drunk driving arrest last week removes her from behind the wheel of her state-owned vehicle for a year, and puts Governor Jim Doyle in the driver’s seat. The two had squabbled, privately, over terms of the Governor’s jobs bill, with Lautenschlager threatening to use her authority to see that the law comply with the state’s environmental regulations, which she intimated it did not. This sort of independent action by an attorney general is not new in Wisconsin. Doyle was the chief practitioner of it, but then again, he was a Democrat, and the Governor at the time was a Republican. The press has made note that Doyle suggests Lautenschlager forgo some of her pay as a sort of penance for her indiscretion, a matter that remains unresolved at this time. Doyle also suggested that Lautenschlager consider entering a program to treat problem drinkers. He said that he had a number of friends who had been in a similar situation and that the treatment had helped them. In fact, the public admission of guilt and responsibility (which Lautenschlager made) is usually accompanied these days with a prompt acknowledgement that a problem exists. The subject then usually promptly enters a treatment program and completes it, after which the matter is forgotten. Lautenschlager has not made that admission thus far, which leaves her in the position of either not having a “problem” or being “in denial” of it. It does leave Doyle high and dry, however, and much less likely to face interference in his plans from that peskiest of all politicians – an ambitious Attorney General. Walker at the War Memorial County Executive Scott Walker welcomed about 100 well-clad guests to a fundraiser February 26th at the War Memorial Center. The strictly upper-crust affair was a Republican-type fundraiser, which meant that hard liquor was consumed (in moderation) and beer, for the most part, was ignored. For those fans of the frothy stuff, Walker offered Miller products and Heineken. Food was by Ellen’s Prestige Catering, and included strolling waiters, another classy touch. Menu items included spinach somethings, meat and melted cheese on sandwich rounds, wrapped up little salmon tidbits, an entirely unsuccessful raspberry-brie tart, platters of some kind of 21st century sandwich product along with perfectly delicious fruit. The event was unmarred by public oratory, but was enhanced by an A-list of locals practicing up for the next time Bush is in town. Among the exalted: George Dalton, Dennis Kuester (on crutches), Michael Cudahy, mourning the recent death of Daniel Urban Kiley, creator of the $4 million Cudahy garden outside the adjacent Milwaukee Art Museum, Fred Luber, Tim Hoeksma, Carol Skornicka, John Finerty, Jim Weichmann, Joe Rice, Mary Buestrin, Corey Hoze and developer Mark Irgens. Hoze has secured speaker Dennis Hastert to appear at a $2000 fundraiser on his hopeless behalf in his upcoming congressional campaign. That’s rich. Marvin Pratt popped in and worked the crowd for about 20 minutes before his cop told him it was time to […]
Mar 1st, 2004 by Michael Horne
My Campaign Blog
Two hundred fifty bucks or a free press pass?
Feb 16th, 2004 by Michael Horne
Art Jones Pension better than $100K per year
Two other Mayoral candidates eligible soon
Jan 12th, 2004 by Michael Horne
Who’s on Fifth?
An $89 billion bank is muscling its way into the Milwaukee market, and you read about it here first.
Dec 15th, 2003 by Michael Horne
Has the Teacher’s Union Taken Over the GOP?
It was not long ago that the state teacher's union was the designated villain for Republicans.
Mar 19th, 2002 by Bruce Murphy
Personal Foul – Norquist Loses Points With the Business Community
The Greater Milwaukee Committee thinks it's found a way to get more revenue for the Milwaukee Bucks.
Jun 15th, 2001 by Bruce Murphy
