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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My 5 Milwaukee Valentines
From rising stars to an angry sheriff, the Milwaukeeans who most deserve some love.
Feb 14th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Supreme Court Workload Down By 48%
Huge drop in cases handled by state high court. Court of Appeals workload also way down.
Feb 14th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
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
Unemployment Law Hurts Workers
Also businesses, communities. Lawmaker seeks override of Walker administration rule.
Feb 13th, 2017 by State Sen. Jon Erpenbach
Legislators Could Trim Walker Budget
Does governor expect them to throw out his bag of goodies?
Feb 13th, 2017 by Steven Walters
Good Budget for Bikes?
Walker budget hikes local roads funding by 25%. But legislators may change it.
Feb 13th, 2017 by Dave Cieslewicz
Walker’s Budget Makes Schools More Unequal
Old equalized aid formula is broken. Governor makes inequity even worse.
Feb 12th, 2017 by State Sen. Kathleen Vinehout
Our Reforms Pay Big Dividends
Common sense conservative changes benefit taxpayers, Gov. Walker says.
Feb 10th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Budget Boost Helps Wealthiest Schools
New funding in Walker budget targets school districts least in need.
Feb 9th, 2017 by Tamarine Cornelius
Taking Aim at Voucher Schools
A JS reporter’s story details disturbing problems -- but not in her own newspaper.
Feb 9th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Campaign Clout of Anti-Abortion Groups
They support only Republicans, and want to end abortion coverage for state workers.
Feb 9th, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
The Curious Politics Of Rural Counties
New voting data shows their power, but makes their trust in Trump a mystery.
Feb 8th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
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
State Licenses Hurt Entrepreneurs
Too many occupational licenses required, creating barriers to startup businesses.
Feb 7th, 2017 by Tom Still
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
Walker Will Unveil A Reelection Budget
Proposals in 2017-2019 budget made with eye to running for a third term.
Feb 6th, 2017 by Steven Walters
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
The Last Syrian Refugees Arrive
State has taken in 75,000 refugees since 1970s, but Trump could slam door shut.
Feb 3rd, 2017 by Dee J. Hall
Walker Dodges Student Debt Crisis
1 million state residents have $19 billion student loan debt, Walker does little.
Feb 2nd, 2017 by Scot Ross
How Realtors Association Gains Clout
$10 million in campaign donations, heavy lobbying wins it favored legislation.
Feb 2nd, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
UW System Needs Tighter Financial Controls
UW-Oshkosh scandal points to problem. Yet Walker opposed UW system audit.
Feb 1st, 2017 by John Torinus
Can Liberal Talk Radio Succeed?
A new Milwaukee radio station with a unique approach is about to find out.
Jan 31st, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Michigan Donors Get State Contract
$42,500 for Walker concealed donors' identities, traced to company getting contract.
Jan 31st, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
Wisconsin Leads in Climate Change Study
Even as state agencies censor the issue, UW is national leader in its research.
Jan 31st, 2017 by Kari Lydersen
Walker Will Crack Down On Welfare
Food stamps will be much harder to get. Democrats ask, will kids be affected?
Jan 30th, 2017 by Steven Walters
State Budget Outlook Improves
Revenue higher, spending lower than prior projections but debt is deferred.
Jan 30th, 2017 by Jon Peacock
Kochs, Big Business Back Anti-Union Bill
They spent $24 million on campaigns. Bill targets union construction projects.
Jan 27th, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
Kochs Support Food Stamp Crackdown
Walker champions it, got $13 million from Kochs and WMC, who support policy.
Jan 26th, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
54 Judges’ Powerful Case for Recusal
Their petition lays bare the problem. State Supreme Court hasn’t responded.
Jan 25th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
State Plans For Climate Change
Even as DNR backs away, Emergency Management releases climate change strategy.
Jan 25th, 2017 by Rob Moore
John Menard, the Self-Made Man
Forbes ranks him near the top in that category, though below Oprah.
Jan 24th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Walker Has Raised $100 Million
Plus $45 million from third-party groups. All since 2009.
Jan 23rd, 2017 by Steven Walters
How Will Trump Handle Transportation?
Elaine Chao will be key. Federal infrastructure dollars might help fund state’s local roads.
Jan 20th, 2017 by Dave Cieslewicz
Big Donors Like Justice Ziegler
Unopposed Supreme Court Justice raised $373,106 in campaign donations in 2016.
Jan 19th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
How Milwaukee Handled “Flint” Crisis
Were city officials asleep? Should they be doing more?
Jan 19th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Democrats Must Change Strategy
Stop bashing Walker and start addressing issues like taxes.
Jan 19th, 2017 by Brandon Savage
Scott Walker, the King of Coal
Businesses and GOP voters are embracing alternative energy. Not Gov. Walker.
Jan 17th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Grow UWM To Grow Metro Economy
More funding should get bipartisan support from governor, legislators. Will it?
Jan 16th, 2017 by John Torinus
State’s Failures On Lead Pipes
Legislature misses chance to take action, state cuts funding that helps protect kids.
Jan 15th, 2017 by Cara Lombardo and Dee J. Hall
Trump, Clinton, Sanders Won’t Pay Up
All three stiffed local governments for police protection here and nationally.
Jan 14th, 2017 by Dave Levinthal
Business Groups Back Pay Hike For Judges
Roggensack wants 16% raise for judges, gets support of special interests.
Jan 14th, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
Will Trump Ape Wisconsin DNR?
State’s scrubbing of all climate change info could be a model for Trump administration.
Jan 12th, 2017 by Andrew Revkin
City’s $1 Home Program a Great Idea
But you’d never know it, given how some of the media covered it.
Jan 12th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
5 Issues Democrats Must Face
The data is clear: Democrats must change strategies or they will never succeed.
Jan 11th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
Medicaid Block Grants Could Hurt Wisconsin
20% of state’s citizens, 1.1 million, depend on Medicaid. Block grant system would threaten them with cutbacks.
Jan 9th, 2017 by Barbara Beckert
Why Ziegler Has No Opponent
Overwhelming dark money advantage and Democratic fatigue are factors.
Jan 9th, 2017 by Steven Walters
Why Mark Gottlieb Will Be Missed
DOT Secretary sought to fix all the state’s transportation needs. Maybe that’s why he’s gone.
Jan 8th, 2017 by Dave Cieslewicz
Democrats Must Fight Back Or Lose
Wisconsin is ground zero for Republican scorched earth tactics. How will Dems respond?
Jan 8th, 2017 by Scot Ross
The Anti-Green Governor
While Republicans like John Kasich embrace green measures to boost jobs, Walker rejects them all.
Jan 6th, 2017 by James Rowen
Sand Mining Project Targets Wetlands
Meteor Timber donates $23,000 to state politicians, wants to destroy 17 acres of forested wetlands.
Jan 5th, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
The Top 10 Stories of 2016
Readers' favorites? Stories about mansions, rich people, sports stars, politicians.
Jan 4th, 2017 by Michael Horne
Only Wisconsin Scrubs Climate Change info
Other Great Lakes states inform citizens of climate change impact on environment.
Jan 4th, 2017 by James Rowen
Justice Ziegler, 37 Judges Unopposed
Just 11 of 48 Circuit Court judges face opponents in April Election
Jan 4th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
11 Predictions for 2017 Politics
Scott Fitzgerald gets Trump appointment, redistricting is upheld and more.
Jan 2nd, 2017 by Steven Walters
The Return Of Michelle Ackerman Havas
Walker appointee to judge rejected by voters now running for a different branch.
Jan 2nd, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Medicaid Block Grants Could Benefit State
But only if the proposed change is handled properly.
Jan 1st, 2017 by John Torinus
Public’s Trust Abused on Police Videos
Flynn, Barrett gave misleading statements on Sylville Smith video, yet it still hasn’t been released.
Dec 29th, 2016 by Bill Lueders
State Revenue Well Below Projections
Quietly released report shows anemic tax collections, points to budget problems.
Dec 29th, 2016 by Jon Peacock
Top 10 Political Stories of 2016
Trump’s Wisconsin win, of course. But what else?
Dec 26th, 2016 by Steven Walters
DNR Censors All Climate Change Info
Key facts, scientific consensus on climate change and Great Lakes removed.
Dec 26th, 2016 by James Rowen
Child Support Tax Exemption Returns
Controversial proposal for the wealthy was traced to donor to Walker, Kleefisch.
Dec 21st, 2016 by Matt Rothschild
Republicans Will Review Recount Process
Though it went smoothly, Vos and Walker may want changes in the law.
Dec 19th, 2016 by Steven Walters
AG Brad Schimel Seeks Reelection
Attorney General got $1.7 million in special interest funding in 2014 and delivered for them.
Dec 18th, 2016 by Matt Rothschild
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
Paul Ryan’s Patriotism At Issue?
House Republicans he oversaw used illegally hacked information from Russians.
Dec 15th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
State Needs Better Opioid Addiction Treatment
Last year saw 600 opioid related deaths. A more proactive approach needed.
Dec 13th, 2016 by Clarence Johnson
Judge’s Resignation From Ethics Commission Alarming
Judge Kinney resigns from state commission, criticizing its “secrecy” and lax standards.
Dec 12th, 2016 by Jay Heck
Commerce Groups Want Highway Funding Deal
But only if legislature adopts certain changes they propose.
Dec 12th, 2016 by Steven Walters
Big Contributors Seek Factory Farm Permit
Wysocki family of companies, big Walker donors and lobbyists, seek DNR permit.
Dec 12th, 2016 by Matt Rothschild
Will Schools, Health Care Pay for Roads?
Republicans argue over how to fund highways, could raid other funding.
Dec 11th, 2016 by Tamarine Cornelius
State Democrats Could Sink Still Lower
Yes, they’re at a historic low. But things could get worse.
Dec 8th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
State Jobs Engine Running at Half Speed
Wisconsin trails the nation, needs comprehensive economic development program.
Dec 7th, 2016 by John Torinus
Measuring Wisconsin’s Gerrymandering
Data shows why the court struck down state's map; “efficiency gap” not the reason.
Dec 7th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Green Bay Mayor Gets Off Easy
He faced up to 27 months in jail for campaign finance violations, but gets $4,000 fine.
Dec 6th, 2016 by Matt Rothschild
The Rise of Scott Walker
Journal Sentinel’s lo-o-ng series struggles to explain it -- but omits the newspaper's role.
Dec 6th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Release the John Doe II Documents!
The public has a right to know how prosecutors operated and how the courts made their decisions.
Dec 6th, 2016 by Dee J. Hall
Poll Analysis Shows How State Turned Red
Democrats had five percent edge in party identification in 2008 and 2012; that’s gone.
Dec 5th, 2016 by Steven Walters
WMC, Big Agriculture Pushes to Privatize DNR
They spent more than $47 million on campaigns and DNR becomes passive on pollution.
Dec 5th, 2016 by Matt Rothschild
Who Runs the Jobs First Coalition?
It’s spent $1 million on elections, was started by Scott Jensen, mostly targets Democrats.
Dec 2nd, 2016 by Matt Rothschild
Trump, Truth, and Financial Trouble
Voters’ median income -- and gullibility -- help explain election results
Nov 30th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Robin Vos The Mythbuster
Report he commissioned punctures “myths” offered by Walker, GOP, against more highway spending.
Nov 28th, 2016 by Steven Walters
Four Key Judge Races Coming
Supreme Court Justice Ziegler and three Appeals Court judges running in spring election.
Nov 25th, 2016 by Gretchen Schuldt
Welcome Back, Talgo USA!
Despite its harsh treatment by the state, the Spanish manufacturer is back in Milwaukee.
Nov 25th, 2016 by Michael Horne
Revenue Shortfall Creates Tough Budget
State faces $693 million shortfall, with tax collections $350 million below projections.
Nov 25th, 2016 by Jon Peacock
Walker Has Failed to Create Jobs
State has suffered nearly six years of below-average job growth.
Nov 22nd, 2016 by James Rowen
Why Federal Court Overruled State Map
Republicans gerrymandered districts so that whatever the vote, they never lost control.
Nov 22nd, 2016 by Matt Rothschild
How Trump Could Change Wisconsin
Walker and Republicans expect lots of federal money for the state.
Nov 21st, 2016 by Steven Walters
An “Epidemic” of Voter Suppression
Experts say it's a massive problem in the state and may have swung election nationally.
Nov 17th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
NRA Arms Republicans With $3.6 Million
Walker and 44 legislators (just one Democrat) have gained that in campaign donations.
Nov 16th, 2016 by Matt Rothschild
Why Schools Are Increasingly Unequal
Act 10 and era of school referendums causes bigger gap between haves and have nots.
Nov 15th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
North Woods for Sale?
Timber industry gives big campaign donations, gets more state forestland to cut.
Nov 14th, 2016 by Matt Rothschild
The Incredible Decline of Democrats
GOP soared, Democrats floored, in state vote. Dem decline since 2010 is stunning.
Nov 14th, 2016 by Steven Walters
Climate Change An Afterthought for DNR
Issue barely exists, to judge by its website.
Nov 10th, 2016 by James Rowen
15 Election Winners and Losers
Clarke to the cabinet? Should pollsters be fired? RoJo trumps Trump. And much more.
Nov 9th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Stepp’s Slothful Style of Running DNR
Or is it a Chamber of Commerce mentality? You be the judge.
Nov 3rd, 2016 by James Rowen
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
Petri and Schultz Won’t Vote for Trump
Former Wisconsin congressman, former state senator are among long list of GOP dissenters.
Oct 26th, 2016 by Bill Kaplan
Is a County Wheel Tax Needed?
Abele says yes, board members are opposed. Who’s right?
Oct 25th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
How Bad (or Good) is Hammes HQ Design?
Is it urban or suburban, Jeffersonian or Reaganesque? The debate has already begun.
Oct 24th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
