Scott Kevin Walker was the Governor of the State of Wisconsin from 2011 to 2019. Previously he was Milwaukee County Executive and a Representative in the Wisconsin State Assembly.
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Moody’s State Debt Upgrade is Perplexing
Walker says it’s due to his reforms. But... the deficit is rising.
Aug 14th, 2017 by George Mitchell
10 Tough Questions About Foxconn Deal
Why legislators are squirming about whether to vote for it.
Aug 14th, 2017 by Steven Walters
Grassroots Group Targets Sheriff Clarke
But Clarke calls group’s leaders “mush-minds” and “rabble rousers.”
Aug 14th, 2017 by Jabril Faraj
Did Foxconn Lobby Illegally?
Began meeting with state officials in April, didn’t register as lobbyist until August.
Aug 12th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Renegotiate the Foxconn Deal
Need firm guarantees on number of jobs and range of wages.
Aug 11th, 2017 by Matt Flynn
Walker Signs Koch-Backed Anti-Regulation Law
State agencies now have less power to protect environment, consumer rights, public health.
Aug 11th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Will Stepp Join U.S. EPA Wrecking Crew?
Her radical reshaping of state DNR may make her the perfect candidate.
Aug 10th, 2017 by James Rowen
Walker’s Desperate Deal With Foxconn
No governor in state history would have offered such a massive giveaway.
Aug 10th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Who Are State’s Dark Money Leaders?
MMAC, Chris Abele, liberal Greater Wisconsin Committee lead the way in 2017.
Aug 10th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Walker’s Health Care Gamble Exposes State
He bet on health care exchanges and against expanding Medicaid, which could hurt Wisconsin.
Aug 9th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
Bill Has $10 Million Giveaway to Fiserv
Included in Foxconn bill. Fiserv employees donated $15,400 to state politicians.
Aug 8th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Buyers’ Remorse for Voucher Backers
School choice backers donated generously to Walker, but he’s vacillated on the issue.
Aug 7th, 2017 by George Mitchell
Diane Hendricks, Savior of Beloit?
New York Times glowing story on billionaire doesn’t mention her tax breaks.
Aug 7th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Foxconn, Wisconsin’s Manufacturing Future?
Deal will cost $500 for every person in the state.
Aug 2nd, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
MacIver Transportation Report Is Junk
Alleged study asserts but never begins to prove $2 billion in waste.
Aug 1st, 2017 by George Mitchell
Evers vs. Walker Would Be Historic Race
One of few times in history two incumbent state officials oppose each other.
Jul 31st, 2017 by Dr. Eric Ostermeier
Foxconn Could Be Environmental Disaster
Marginal jobs for enormous tax subsidies, plus air and water pollution.
Jul 31st, 2017 by Ron Legro
Ellis, Prosser Say Raise the Gas Tax
Two former Republican leaders urge current leaders to stand up to Walker.
Jul 31st, 2017 by Steven Walters
Why I Oppose Foxconn Deal
Rep. Brostoff on corporate extortion, suicide nets and the race to the bottom.
Jul 30th, 2017 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
Walker’s Reelection Now A Certainty
Foxconn deal would make him a 10 point favorite if Las Vegas offered odds.
Jul 28th, 2017 by George Mitchell
Economic Recovery Lags for Minorities
Blacks, Latinos have higher poverty, unemployment, huge wealth gap.
Jul 28th, 2017 by Tamarine Cornelius
Foxconn Loves Wisconsin, Walker
Gou says governor is top reason Foxconn coming. Abele has county site in play.
Jul 27th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Plague of Floods Caused by Climate Change
Dozens of 100-year floods in 30 years, roads keep getting washed out.
Jul 27th, 2017 by James Rowen
34% of Walker Donations From Outside State
Analysis of his 2017 fundraising shows 31 people gave $20,000 each.
Jul 27th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Will State Get Conned by Foxconn?
Could cost billions, but still unknown is how many jobs, the pay, how deal enforced.
Jul 26th, 2017 by Scot Ross
$8.5 Million Reasons Why GOP Expanding Vouchers
Multi millions in campaign donations, mostly from out-of-state voucher supporters.
Jul 26th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
The News That Wasn’t
JS story on I-94 project in danger is six months old. So why was it a banner headline?
Jul 25th, 2017 by George Mitchell
We Hate DOT, But Here’s $712 Million
GOP senators would borrow big for Department of Transportation they distrust.
Jul 24th, 2017 by Steven Walters
What Would Tommy Do?
Walker could learn a lot from Tommy Thompson on how to handle a budget dispute.
Jul 24th, 2017 by George Mitchell
Walker’s Flip Flop on Highway Deficit
Once he noted deficit and lagging gas tax, now he claims no new revenue needed.
Jul 21st, 2017 by George Mitchell
Loss of Talgo Train Hurts Foxconn Deal
High speed rail would have better connected Racine area to Madison, Chicago.
Jul 20th, 2017 by James Rowen
Senate and Assembly Flip on Highway Debt
Senate now likes big increase in debt, Assembly no longer does.
Jul 20th, 2017 by George Mitchell
$1 Million Donated to Walker-Led Group
10 state donors funnel cash with no limits to GOP candidates for governor.
Jul 20th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
The “Democrats Are Evil” Trap
National Review’s David French blames this for GOP loyalty to Trump. Let us consider the irony.
Jul 19th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
Highway Debt Cult Drinks the Kool-Aid
Many Republicans swallow crazy rationales for increasing Doyle-Walker debt.
Jul 19th, 2017 by George Mitchell
Foxconn Deal Could Be a Winner
But the cost-benefit ratio should be carefully examined.
Jul 19th, 2017 by John Torinus
The Fire Fighters’ Selfish Agenda
The union’s backing of Barrett recall is all about driving up their wages and benefits.
Jul 18th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
The Return of Talgo
Returns to central city plant here, will service and repairs trains for U.S. customers.
Jul 17th, 2017 by Graham Kilmer
Highways Debt Up 87% Under Walker
Republicans have added nearly $3 billion in debt, want to add $700 million more.
Jul 17th, 2017 by George Mitchell
Walker, Darling Flip Flop on Vouchers
Their new message to school choice supporters: Drop dead.
Jul 14th, 2017 by George Mitchell
Oregon Passes Bike Tax
$15 on purchase of new bike. Will Wisconsin follow suit?
Jul 14th, 2017 by Dave Cieslewicz
Walker Building Yesterday’s Economy
GOP throws ever more money at declining manufacturers, gets nothing back.
Jul 13th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Pass A Budget, Please
Even Illinois has managed to do this. What’s wrong with our Legislature?
Jul 13th, 2017 by Katrina Shankland
Foxconn Lands in Milwaukee
Foxconn plane at General Mitchell, closed-door meetings scheduled in Racine County.
Jul 10th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
The Myth of DOT Mismanagement
It amounts to 2 percent of highway spending. That won’t solve roads budget deficit.
Jul 10th, 2017 by George Mitchell
John Nygren’s War on Drug Abuse
His daughter’s drug abuse problem brought the issue home to him.
Jul 10th, 2017 by Steven Walters
Vos Goads WMC for Their Roads Plan
Business group's lobbying killed trucks fee, leaving roads budget still far short.
Jul 10th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
How to Follow the Transportation Debate
And why a real solution will probably never be reached.
Jul 7th, 2017 by George Mitchell
Walker’s Dreadful Dilemma on Health Care
Why is he so vague on Obamacare? Because its repeal could kill his reelection.
Jul 6th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Hospitals Group Pays for Capitol Clout
Wisconsin Hospital Association spends millions on lobbying, campaign donations.
Jul 6th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
How Will Trumpcare Affect Wisconsin?
The bottom line: worse health and 1,000 additional deaths per year.
Jul 5th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
Roads Debate Much Ado About Nothing
Walker’s stance prevents any real debate about transportation budget.
Jul 5th, 2017 by George Mitchell
Medicaid’s Future A Key Campaign Issue
Republicans want big cuts. Democrats don’t. Likely issue in 2018.
Jul 5th, 2017 by Steven Walters
Fireworks Industry Has Capitol Clout
Bipartisan donations help pass laws expanding fireworks use in state.
Jul 4th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
The Medicare Advantage
It has consumer choice, competition and lower costs. A better model than Medicaid.
Jun 30th, 2017 by John Torinus
Don’t Give Away Acres of State Park
State allowing for-profit golf course to take over public land on Lake Michigan.
Jun 29th, 2017 by James Rowen
Will the Real Ron Johnson Stand Up?
His draconian stance on health care was obscured by lazy media coverage.
Jun 29th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Most Walker Tax Cuts Benefit Wealthy
More than $10,000 for members of top 1%, just $175 for poorest 20% in state.
Jun 28th, 2017 by Tamarine Cornelius
Fish Farm Regulations Reduced
Walker signs bill big business lobbied for and environmentalists opposed.
Jun 27th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
BadgerCare Changes Will Hurt Workers
Most Medicaid recipients work, could lose health care under Walker proposal.
Jun 26th, 2017 by Laura Dresser and Elizabeth Lower-Basch
Democrats Still Need a Clear Message
Yes, GOP gerrymandering matters. But they also have stronger candidates and message.
Jun 26th, 2017 by Steven Walters
Anthem Insurance Likes Republicans
Pulling out of Obamacare, giving almost $175,000 to GOP politicians.
Jun 23rd, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
State Park Fees Keep Rising
New hikes proposed, already higher than in any Midwestern state.
Jun 22nd, 2017 by Virginia Small
Walker Loves Ashley Furniture
Company gets a state grant, and he gets big campaign donations.
Jun 22nd, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
How Trucks Destroy Our Roads
And how a fee on trucks could solve state’s transportation problem.
Jun 22nd, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Voters Strongly Support Higher Gas Tax
So maybe Republicans should embrace it as a solution.
Jun 21st, 2017 by George Mitchell
Sanders Project and Legacy Celebrated
Welford Sanders Lofts on near North Side bears the name of economic development icon.
Jun 21st, 2017 by Graham Kilmer
Why Gableman Is Stepping Down
And how will that affect the race for Supreme Court?
Jun 20th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
County Neglects Parks and Culture
Bucks arena gets millions while parks, museums, zoo decline.
Jun 19th, 2017 by Patricia Jursik
GOP Considers Heavy Fees for Trucks
Trucking lobby opposes solution to transportation shortfall.
Jun 19th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
An Unequal Education?
State school funding formula broken; GOP solutions worsen problem.
Jun 16th, 2017 by State Sen. Kathleen Vinehout
Investing in Our Workforce
My Wisconsin Works for Everyone welfare reform package offers hands-on skills and job training.
Jun 15th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Republicans Lost The Healthcare Debate
And they’re perfectly fine with that.
Jun 12th, 2017 by Sup. Justin Bielinski
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
You Dare Not Question Scott Walker
A Federalist column attacks my conclusion that governors have little impact on the economy.
Jun 7th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
Koch-Funded Group Backs Tax Cut
Cut could reduce state forestry funding.
Jun 5th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Governor’s Race Influences Budget
Joint Finance Democrats raise issues that could be used against Walker.
Jun 5th, 2017 by Steven Walters
Walker Signs High-Capacity Wells Bill
Good for powerful agriculture interests, bad for the environment.
Jun 3rd, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
What We Need in a New Sheriff
If Clarke leaves, what kind of sheriff should replace him?
Jun 2nd, 2017 by Casey Hoff
WMC Wants Another Business Tax Break
Bill increases construction industry tax exemption; pushed by legislator whose business will benefit.
Jun 2nd, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Walker Is No Tommy Thompson
But in his less inclusive, more political way, he may be just as successful.
Jun 1st, 2017 by John Torinus
How MMAC Peddles Influence
Milwaukee business group has spent $2.4 million on campaigns and lobbying.
Jun 1st, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Local Leaders Demand Clarke’s Removal
Legislators, community leaders call on Gov. Walker to remove sheriff from office.
Jun 1st, 2017 by Jabril Faraj
How to Elect a New Governor
We need a progressive, Bernie Sanders-style candidate.
May 30th, 2017 by Robert Kraig
Trump Great Lakes Cuts Hurt Supporters
Great Lakes governors who supported him own that massive cut in Great Lakes funding.
May 30th, 2017 by James Rowen
Sand Plant Will Destroy Rare Wetlands
Approved by DNR. Law firm pushing for it generous to Walker.
May 25th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Dayton Opposes Walker Approach
Gov. Walker killed paid sick days. Gov. Dayton of Minnesota won’t.
May 24th, 2017 by State Sen. LaTonya Johnson
MillerCoors Loves Scott Walker
He gets $72,000 from its employees and $32,000 from Mills Fleet Farm.
May 24th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
We Like Suburban Segregation
Governments have long enabled metro area's biases.
May 22nd, 2017 by James Rowen
Bill Pushed by Odd Couple
Polar opposites back “Mobility grants” to help unemployed move to get jobs.
May 22nd, 2017 by Steven Walters
Wisconsin Is a Top 10 State
For reducing tax burden, ACT scores and high school graduation rate.
May 21st, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
MillerCoors Expands 10th Street Brewery
Walker, Barrett hail expanded facility, which will grow ten-fold.
May 20th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Walker Gets $51,000 From Six Companies
And they get $25 million in grants, credits from WEDC.
May 19th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Clarke Shouldn’t Get National Promotion
County Jail deaths on his watch disqualify him from Homeland Security Job.
May 18th, 2017 by U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore
Hendricks Not Paying Property Taxes?
The billionaire's Rock County mansion doesn't appear on tax rolls.
May 17th, 2017 by Michael Horne
Bill Buries State Regulations
After 7 years they would expire. Kochs and WMC back the bill.
May 17th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Bradley Foundation Breaking the Law?
Hacked files show foundation may violate ban on political activity.
May 16th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
The Brown Water Republicans
GOP convention at Dells water park highlights environmental failings.
May 15th, 2017 by James Rowen
Kooyenga Flat Tax Rejected
Walker, GOP slam his gas sales tax and flat income tax proposal.
May 15th, 2017 by Steven Walters
Trumpcare Can Be Stopped
It drastically reduces health coverage. Senate could, should resist it.
May 14th, 2017 by Bill Kaplan
