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How to Follow the Transportation Debate
And why a real solution will probably never be reached.
Jul 7th, 2017 by George Mitchell
MEMO – State Budget and Transportation
I hope a legislative agreement on the 2017-19 state budget can soon be reached.
Jul 6th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Will Gov. Scott Walker Stand Up For Vulnerable Wisconsinites At Risk Of Losing Health Care Insurance?
It's been widely reported that Senate Republicans are drafting their version of Trumpcare behind closed doors.
Jun 13th, 2017 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
MPS Loses Most Under Assembly GOP School-Aid Plan
Gov. Walker's school-aid plan provides $14.8 million more than Assembly plan for MPS.
Jun 12th, 2017 by Steven Walters
Senator Fitzgerald Responds to Assembly Education Press Conference
"The State Senate remains committed to fully funding K-12 education as Governor Walker proposed in his administrative budget."
Jun 6th, 2017 by U.S. Rep. Scott Fitzgerald
How MMAC Peddles Influence
Milwaukee business group has spent $2.4 million on campaigns and lobbying.
Jun 1st, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Governor Walker Signs High Capacity Well Legislation Into Law
It is Act 10.
Jun 1st, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Speaker Vos Announces Creation of Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership
"This center will promote an even more rigorous debate of the current issues and hopefully, bipartisan solutions."
May 23rd, 2017 by Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin Vos
Kooyenga Flat Tax Rejected
Walker, GOP slam his gas sales tax and flat income tax proposal.
May 15th, 2017 by Steven Walters
More Burgers, More Steak Coming
Plus: East Side gets new coffee house, new bohemian hangout.
May 11th, 2017 by Matt Mussa
Ag Interests Want Legalized Hemp
Farm groups back bill, gave legislators $1.3 million.
May 10th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Fitzgerald: Senate Advances HOPE Bills, Administrative Rules Changes
Among the bills on the day’s calendar were a number of proposals targeting opioid addiction and changes to the state’s administrative rules procedures.
May 2nd, 2017 by U.S. Rep. Scott Fitzgerald
SB 76 brings Grassroots groups together in defense of the waters of Wisconsin
Citizens and grassroots groups from around the state are calling for their elected officials to vote ‘no’ on SB 76
Apr 29th, 2017 by Citizens' Water Coalition of Wisconsin
Fitzgerald Applauds WHEDA Efforts to Combat Dairy Crisis
"I was pleased to hear that WHEDA has moved to implement one avenue through which the State of Wisconsin can assist the dozens of farmers impacted by the ongoing dairy crisis."
Apr 25th, 2017 by U.S. Rep. Scott Fitzgerald
Would Walker Trim Tuition Benefit?
Tax break mostly benefits wealthy. Walker might back changes.
Apr 21st, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Fitzgerald: State Lawmakers Launch Dialogue with Canada on Dairy Trade
"I am disappointed that the representatives of the Canadian government have not demonstrated the sense of urgency that we in Wisconsin feel about the crisis impacting so many of our local dairy farms."
Apr 20th, 2017 by U.S. Rep. Scott Fitzgerald
WMC Opposes Lead Pipes Bill
Business lobbyist opposes loans to homeowners to replace pipes.
Apr 20th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
The Tax Handout for Rich Kids
State's “neo-vouchers” reimburse wealthy for kids at elite private schools.
Apr 18th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Fitzgerald Responds to Dairy Crisis
"I was shocked to hear that dozens of Wisconsin’s hard working dairy farmers could be forced out of business because of a trade dispute taking place outside our state."
Apr 13th, 2017 by U.S. Rep. Scott Fitzgerald
The Weight of Words
Renaissance staging of ‘The Violet Hour’ dramatizes the golden days of American publishing.
Apr 11th, 2017 by Dominique Paul Noth
Accused Insurer Is Big Campaign Donor
UnitedHealth Group accused of Medicaid fraud, gave $42,000 to state politicians.
Apr 6th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Fitzgerald Responds to WEC Energy Rate Freeze Announcement
"I was thrilled to hear that WEC Energy has reached a settlement that would freeze all customer base rates for the next two years."
Apr 5th, 2017 by U.S. Rep. Scott Fitzgerald
Regent Nominees Gave Walker $22,550
The two nominees also gave more than $64,000 to other candidates.
Apr 3rd, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
80% Want More State K-12 Funding
New poll also finds 75% of state residents are happy with their local schools.
Mar 25th, 2017 by Tamarine Cornelius
As FBI Confirms Russia Investigation
Will Potential Republican Senate Candidates Keep Party First?
Mar 21st, 2017 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Republican Extremists Eye Fetal Tissue Bill for the Second Straight Legislative Session
"Not only is this proposal out of touch with the needs of everyday Wisconsinites, it does nothing to move our state forward."
Mar 16th, 2017 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Walker Would End State Property Insurance
Local governments then must buy from private insurers, who donated to Walker
Mar 14th, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
Will Walker Go Back to the Future?
He offered transportation-funding plan in 2011 that may get reconsideration.
Mar 13th, 2017 by Steven Walters
Heavy Trucks Cause Most Road Damage
State isn’t enforcing weight limits. Big donors support bigger trucks.
Mar 8th, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
Big Ag Wants High Capacity Wells
$152,000 campaign donations, $183,000 lobbying by potato, vegetable growers.
Mar 2nd, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
Senators Give Themselves 31% Increase
In non-public meeting they approve 31% raise in their per day expenses.
Feb 27th, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
Lowell Holtz: What’s next?
"It is clear that voters can’t trust Lowell Holtz to provide them with the full story," said Amanda Brink.
Feb 25th, 2017 by Gov. Tony Evers
Mega Farms Are Big Political Donors
And their high capacity wells are draining rivers and lakes in state.
Feb 15th, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
Milwaukee Subsidizes The State
The city gets only 66 cents in state spending for every dollar in state taxes paid.
Feb 14th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Legislators Could Trim Walker Budget
Does governor expect them to throw out his bag of goodies?
Feb 13th, 2017 by Steven Walters
Wisconsin Education Advocates Respond to Budget Proposal
Call for an End to Playing Political Games with Schools, Children
Feb 10th, 2017 by Wisconsin Public Education Network
A Proud Legacy to Build On
Our priority must be Wisconsin’s roads, schools and jobs.
Feb 10th, 2017 by State Sen. Janet Bewley
Senator Fitzgerald Responds to 2017 Budget Address
"I was pleased to hear today that Governor Scott Walker is dedicated to continuing the positive reforms and fiscal responsibility of recent Republican budgets."
Feb 8th, 2017 by U.S. Rep. Scott Fitzgerald
Tavern League Favors Drunk Driving Bill
Big donor to politicians wants tougher penalties but easy on first-time offenders.
Feb 8th, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
The Many Faces of Charlie Sykes
He’s spent his whole career changing his views. So which should we believe?
Feb 7th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
GOP’s Redistricting Lawyers Are Big Donors
Lawyers paid $2.1 million to defend gerrymandering, give $76,000 to politicians.
Feb 6th, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
Senators Want 31% Hike In Expenses
Republicans want per diem pay raise, but oppose minimum wage increase for state workers.
Feb 3rd, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
Senator Fitzgerald Responds to State Highway Program Audit
“I am hopeful that the results of this audit—while disconcerting—will illuminate a way forward for Wisconsin’s long term infrastructure funding needs.”
Jan 26th, 2017 by U.S. Rep. Scott Fitzgerald
Senate Opens Session with Bipartisan Jobs Bill
Senate Bill 1 was approved unanimously and now goes before the State Assembly for approval.
Jan 17th, 2017 by U.S. Rep. Scott Fitzgerald
Senator Fitzgerald Responds to State of the State Address
"The Senate joins Governor Walker in a commitment to build upon the abundant achievements of recent years. "
Jan 10th, 2017 by U.S. Rep. Scott Fitzgerald
Representative Lisa Subeck’s Statement on Legislative Calendar Conflict with Jewish Holiday
Scheduling a possible session day on a high holiday is akin to doing so on Christmas or Easter.
Jan 4th, 2017 by State Rep. Lisa Subeck
11 Predictions for 2017 Politics
Scott Fitzgerald gets Trump appointment, redistricting is upheld and more.
Jan 2nd, 2017 by Steven Walters
Fitzgerald Announces Committee Structure, Members
Democrat members on each committee will be appointed after recommendation by the Minority Leader.
Dec 28th, 2016 by U.S. Rep. Scott Fitzgerald
Budget Talks Focus on Transportation
So what about biking, part of industry that adds $1.5 billion to Wisconsin economy?
Dec 16th, 2016 by Dave Cieslewicz
The Incredible Decline of Democrats
GOP soared, Democrats floored, in state vote. Dem decline since 2010 is stunning.
Nov 14th, 2016 by Steven Walters
Senator Fitzgerald Reelected Majority Leader
“I am honored to once again be representing this group of outstanding conservative leaders and thrilled to be growing our ranks for the upcoming legislative session.”
Nov 10th, 2016 by U.S. Rep. Scott Fitzgerald
The Legend of Leah Vukmir
Once considered a horrible legislator, she’s now one of the Capitol’s “heaviest hitters.”
Nov 8th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Sen. Luther Olsen’s Lead Paint Gang Rides Again
Gov. Walker and Senate GOP Leader Fitzgerald to headline Luther Olsen campaign fundraiser
Oct 31st, 2016 by One Wisconsin Now
Hard Right Dominates GOP Senate
Eight or nine senators could dictate much of Gov. Walker's 2017-19 state budget.
Oct 31st, 2016 by Steven Walters
Why State’s MPS Takeover Plan Died
In changing state ratings to protect choice schools, Republicans ended up killing OSPP.
Oct 27th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Assembly Dems Point Way to Reform
Their Clean Elections Act seeks to fix broken campaign finance law.
Oct 25th, 2016 by Matt Rothschild
Wisconsin Open for Bribery
State Ethics Commission allows GOP legislator to create his own PAC, ignoring “bright line” in the law.
Oct 17th, 2016 by Matt Rothschild
The Hypocrisy of the WMC
Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce wants no judge recusals -- except when it benefits them.
Oct 6th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Solve Real Problems
Why is Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald still defending the state’s voter ID law?
Sep 27th, 2016 by Andrea Kaminski
Sen. Fitzgerald Desperately Tries To Deny Knowledge Of Republican Pay-to-Play Operation
State Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald claimed ignorance about the fundraising scheme and the donations.
Sep 22nd, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Video shows secret backroom meeting between Olsen and Harsdorf prior to lead paint vote
Senate GOP leader doesn’t dispute pay-to-play scheme with lead paint donor
Sep 20th, 2016 by Wisconsin State Senate Democratic Committee
Republicans Regret Assault on Open Records Law
But Rep. John Nygren is still open to changes to the Open Records Law, just not now.
Sep 19th, 2016 by Steven Walters
Top Senate Republican won’t deny Pay-To-Play scheme
Majority Leader refuses to say whether votes were promised to lead paint manufacturers in return for dark money campaign contributions
Sep 15th, 2016 by Wisconsin State Senate Democratic Committee
Wis. Democracy Campaign Files Ethics Complaint Against Rep. Dean Knudson
“The creation of the Wisconsin Liberty Fund, an express advocacy PAC by a sitting legislator, is patently illegal.”
Sep 1st, 2016 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
New Commission Must Resolve Voting Mess
Partisan Elections Commission replaced state GAB; how will it perform?
Aug 15th, 2016 by Steven Walters
Wisconsin Republicans Stay Silent as Trump Touts Violence
‘Far Past Time For Them to Say Enough and Withdraw Their Support’
Aug 10th, 2016 by One Wisconsin Now
Wisconsin Republicans Perform Disappearing Act Ahead Of Donald Trump’s Green Bay Rally
Wisconsin's Republican leaders Gov. Scott Walker, Sen. Ron Johnson, and state Sen. Scott Fitzgerald will all be skipping Friday's event.
Aug 4th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Wisconsin Veterans and Families Deserve Better
Sen. Fitzgerald stands by Trump despite Gold Star insults
Aug 1st, 2016 by Wisconsin State Senate Democratic Committee
Mr. Speaker, Repeal that Law!
Unconstitutional attack on women’s health should be stricken from state law
Jul 7th, 2016 by State Rep. Chris Taylor
Republican Leader Scott Fitzgerald Makes Threats to Further Cut Funding for Milwaukee Public Schools
Low-income and minority children will be adversely impacted
Jul 5th, 2016 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
Candidates Battle Over School Funding
GOP and Democratic legislative candidates offer dueling statistics. Who’s right?
Jul 5th, 2016 by Steven Walters
Some Legislators Still Crave Secrecy
Some routinely destroy correspondence and other materials, making government less open.
Jun 29th, 2016 by Bill Lueders
Fitzgerald: Democrats’ Red Herring Attack on School Choice
Less than three percent of total state spending on schools goes to Wisconsin’s choice program.
Jun 27th, 2016 by U.S. Rep. Scott Fitzgerald
Fractured Senate GOP in Disarray
Members at odds over transportation delays, Trump candidacy
Jun 23rd, 2016 by Wisconsin State Senate Democratic Committee
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Cues Up Race Politics
Sheriff David A. Clarke Jr. responds to article published in today’s Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, ‘Lawmaker blames Tom Barrett for crime spilling into suburbs’
Jun 8th, 2016 by Milwaukee County Sheriff David A. Clarke Jr.
GOP Goal Less Access for Democratic Voters
But you have to sift through media coverage of trial testimony for the story.
Jun 2nd, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
UW Faculty Protests Anger GOP Legislators
Walker and legislators double down: they won’t restore UW cuts or tenure protection.
May 23rd, 2016 by Steven Walters
Wisconsin Republicans are All Aboard the Trump Train
Donald Trump's dangerous, sexist, racist, and xenophobic rhetoric didn't stop Republican leaders in Wisconsin from eagerly jumping on the Trump train.
May 6th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Eager acceptance of Trump’s dangerous rhetoric confirms Senate GOP disconnect
Republican politicians including Gov. Scott Walker and Sen. Ron Johnson have also committed to supporting Donald Trump as their party’s nominee.
May 5th, 2016 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Why Republicans Love Photo ID
It may not make a huge difference in the vote. Just enough to win.
Apr 19th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
What Would Tommy Do?
A Republican governor was once UW’s greatest champion. Those days are long gone.
Apr 18th, 2016 by Marc Eisen
Fitzgerald Praises Arena Lease Agreement
"This agreement meets the spirit of Act 60 and fulfills the legislative intent of protecting Wisconsin’s taxpayers."
Apr 13th, 2016 by U.S. Rep. Scott Fitzgerald
Legislature Won’t Fund Voter ID Education
Law changing voter ID rules mandated public service ad campaign but has allocated no money.
Apr 5th, 2016 by Sarah Smith
Legislative Session Passed Historic Changes
Republicans say voters will reward them this fall. Democrats are preparing attacks.
Mar 21st, 2016 by Steven Walters
Senate Increases Treatment and Diversion Funding
The Wisconsin Senate voted unanimously to advance Assembly Bill 657.
Mar 15th, 2016 by U.S. Rep. Scott Fitzgerald
Five Years After Act 10
Most players in the contentious Act 10 drama have since moved on to other positions.
Mar 14th, 2016 by Steven Walters
Fitzgerald Issues Request for Records to City, County of Madison
"Ultimately, the closure of the Oscar Meyer facility took place in the City of Madison under Mayor Soglin’s watch."
Mar 8th, 2016 by U.S. Rep. Scott Fitzgerald
Governor Scott Walker Signs 46 Bills Into Law
Acts 154 - 199.
Feb 29th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Rep. Hintz Statement on Adjournment of the 2015-17 Session
Representative Gordon Hintz (D-Oshkosh) released the following statement following the adjournment of the 2015-2017 Assembly Session:
Feb 19th, 2016 by State Rep. Gordon Hintz
Wisconsin’s Self-Inflicted Budget Woes
Budget decisions by Walker and Republicans are coming back to haunt them.
Feb 14th, 2016 by State Rep. Gordon Hintz
GOP ignores middle class, prioritizes political attacks
Republican leaders rush bill banning Democratic candidate from serving
Feb 10th, 2016 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
GOP Bill Targets Democratic County Exec
Would prevent Winnebago County Executive Mark Harris from holding state Senate seat
Feb 8th, 2016 by Steven Walters
Three Ways to Cut Cost of Prisons
A trio of proposed bills would save taxpayers money and help offenders.
Feb 5th, 2016 by Tamarine Cornelius
Senate Republicans getting desperate
GOP leader wants to ban Democratic candidate from serving
Feb 2nd, 2016 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Can New Approach End Gerrymandering?
“Efficiency model” goes before courts. It has a chance.
Jan 6th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Schools Challenged by Declining State Aid
State aid to schools declined by $1.1 billion under Walker; choice funding rose by 77%.
Jan 4th, 2016 by Graham Kilmer
10 More Changes Republicans Want
They’re far from done passing major changes. Here’s 10 more laws on the horizon.
Nov 23rd, 2015 by Steven Walters
How Dark Money Will Rule Wisconsin
Two Republican bills about to pass could make this a vassal state of wealthy special interests.
Nov 10th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
John Deere Horicon Works Hosts Wisconsin Officials for Groundbreaking
New facility will consolidate operations, create 80 new jobs
Oct 22nd, 2015 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
