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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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
Fish Farm Regulations Rolled Back
Big business lobby wants it, legislature approves it, will Walker sign it?
May 13th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Child Labor Law Passes
Teen work permits without parental okay approved. Will Walker sign it?
May 12th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Wisconsin’s Deficit Is Growing
Walker cut deficit in half, but has since grown it, could hit $2.1 billion.
May 11th, 2017 by Todd A. Berry
Businesses Want Wealthy Tax Cut
Bill gives $519 million in tax cuts to millionaires. MMAC favors it.
May 11th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Does Tax Credit Make State a Winner?
An Econ professor and Walker fan uses shaky research to say yes.
May 10th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
Why Not a 4% Flat Tax for State?
Proposal drops income tax to 4% for all, adds sales tax on gas.
May 9th, 2017 by John Torinus
Will Wisconsin Use Private Prisons?
Wisconsin's adult inmate population is expected to grow to 23,233 by mid-2019.
May 8th, 2017 by Steven Walters
Can Governors Do Much About Economy?
Less than people think. But more, perhaps, than Walker is doing.
May 3rd, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
Study on MAC Tax Credit Badly Flawed
Manufacturing and Agriculture credit goes to wealthy, not to job creation.
May 3rd, 2017 by Chris Taylor
The Freedom to Work For Less
New labor law by Walker and GOP is all about “freedom”... Not.
May 2nd, 2017 by RT Both
The Incompetence of Brad Schimel
AG's handling of a voter fraud claim is an epic case of ineptitude.
May 2nd, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Trump Should Go Big on Health Care
Turn states loose as innovators, create 50 different pilot plans.
May 1st, 2017 by John Torinus
Bear Hunters Association Has Big Clout
Donated $369,000, wants less rules on guns, no photos of hunters.
May 1st, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
12 Key State Budget Decisions
Do you agree or disagree? Here’s your chance to make a difference.
May 1st, 2017 by Steven Walters
Transportation Inaction Hurts State
By 2019 debt payments will have increased by 110%.
Apr 29th, 2017 by State Rep. Gordon Hintz
Robbing General Fund for Roads?
Gas tax lagging; legislators may raid education, health care funding.
Apr 28th, 2017 by Tamarine Cornelius
Abele Blasts State on Juvenile Prisons
State wants 21% hike in fees and more inmates at failing prisons.
Apr 27th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
ALEC and Wisconsin’s Economy
ALEC ranks state high for its policies, but they haven’t improved economy.
Apr 26th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
More Public School Funds for Vouchers
Walker gives voucher schools $283 million more, takes $93 million from public schools.
Apr 26th, 2017 by Tamarine Cornelius
Student Debt Hits $1.4 Trillion
Solutions needed. Trump, Walker policies will drive debt level higher.
Apr 26th, 2017 by Analiese Eicher
Clarke At Fault On County Jail
Inmate denied water for seven days? Walker should replace the sheriff.
Apr 25th, 2017 by Chris Walker
Don’t Cut State Dementia Care
County execs say growing problem needs continued state funding.
Apr 24th, 2017 by Chris Abele and Troy Streckenbach
Why Prison Psychologist Quit Waupun
Cites inhuman treatment of inmates, improper assessments.
Apr 23rd, 2017 by Alexandra Arriaga and Dee J. Hall
Would Walker Trim Tuition Benefit?
Tax break mostly benefits wealthy. Walker might back changes.
Apr 21st, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Sales Tax Holiday Bad for Budget
Walker wants it, some GOP legislators condemn it. Why?
Apr 21st, 2017 by Tamarine Cornelius
Expand Earned Income Tax Credit?
Walker favors it. Would help low-income working families.
Apr 20th, 2017 by Tamarine Cornelius
WMC Opposes Lead Pipes Bill
Business lobbyist opposes loans to homeowners to replace pipes.
Apr 20th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Is Wisconsin Now a Red State?
With Ziegler victory, Democrats' decline, state now looks very red.
Apr 19th, 2017 by John Torinus
That’s a Whole Lot of Manure
55 million gallons per year from one mega farm; $75,000 to politicians.
Apr 19th, 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
State Targets Tax Evaders
New enforcement agents could collect $400 million in taxes owed.
Apr 17th, 2017 by Steven Walters
Walker’s Policies Hurting Small Farms
High capacity wells help Big Agriculture, hurt small farms, environment.
Apr 17th, 2017 by James Rowen
Health Care Bigwigs Give Walker $44,000
Walker budget spends on medical education, health programs.
Apr 17th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
The Hell of Solitary Confinement
65 state inmates describe mental harm, deprivation, suicide attempts.
Apr 17th, 2017 by Alexandra Arriaga and Dee J. Hall
Iowa Copies Walker, Kills Unions
Following his advice, state's GOP legislators end public union rights.
Apr 14th, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
Kochs Support Prevailing Wage Bill
GOP bill pushed by ALEC and group's treasurer, Sen Leah Vukmir.
Apr 13th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
