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.
Content referencing Scott Walker - Page 25
Walker Gets Sued Yet Again
For most partisan gerrymandering in history. Senate Bill 163 would reform the process.
Jun 5th, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Opponents Agree New Education Funding Model Needed
Union leader, key Republican and DPI all want a student centered approach to state funding.
Jun 2nd, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
Property Taxpayers Pay for Walker School Cuts
Voters in 127 school districts approved referendums to raise property taxes to help offset state funding cuts.
Jun 1st, 2016 by State Rep. Gordon Hintz
Why Federal Court Rejected Archer Suit
Eric O’Keefe’s attempt to punish DA John Chisholm was way thin on evidence.
May 31st, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
State A Leader in Higher Education Cuts
Wisconsin cut higher education by more than all but one state in America.
May 31st, 2016 by Jon Peacock
Madison Knows Best
GOP legislators have passed 128 restrictions to "local control" in the past six years.
May 30th, 2016 by Steven Walters
John Menard vs. Donald Trump
Their friendship and later feud gets titillating coverage from Indianapolis Monthly.
May 26th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Walker’s High Speed Folly
Was governor’s biggest mistake turning down federal money for high speed rail?
May 26th, 2016 by Spencer Black
Will Republican Party Lose Its Soul?
GOP should stick to its principles and reject Trump. Ryan could lead the way.
May 23rd, 2016 by John Torinus
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
Action Needed on Student Loan Debt
Democratic plan lets college grads refinance debt and lower debt, as with mortgages.
May 18th, 2016 by Jennifer Shilling, Dave Hansen and Julie Lassa
You Are Losing Your University
No confidence vote warns public: the UWM you knew will be lost.
May 17th, 2016 by William L. Holahan and Charles O. Kroncke
How CEOs Leave Workers Behind
CEOs Rich Meeusen and Tim Sullivan get rich while workers get nothing.
May 17th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Why I’m Leaving Wisconsin
UW-Madison English Department Chair among six department professors leaving for better pay.
May 16th, 2016 by Caroline Levine
The Report That Walker Killed
Its warning: Ending civil service means less qualified will serve. Why didn’t legislators see it?
May 16th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Impact of Walker Skipping Debt Payment
Pushes state costs into future, shows need for better budget planning.
May 15th, 2016 by Tamarine Cornelius and Jon Peacock
The Comeback That Never Came
Fact checking Gov. Walker’s claims of economic recovery show a state being left behind.
May 11th, 2016 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Did John Doe Threaten High Court?
Two Supreme court justices were deeply implicated in probe, yet voted to shut it down.
May 10th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Who Wins From Walker Tax Cuts?
There are many winners... depending on how you analyze data.
May 9th, 2016 by Steven Walters
How Walker Won The Rural Vote
Resentment of Milwaukee and Madison was a key factor. Excerpt from new book.
May 9th, 2016 by Katherine J. Cramer
State Could Still Get Medicaid Dollars
Would substitute for state spending, yielding millions for schools, roads, UW System.
May 6th, 2016 by State Sen. Jon Erpenbach
State Drags Feet On Lead-Tainted Water
Its program underfunds Milwaukee while pushing for upgrades that residents can't afford.
May 3rd, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
How to Attract Jobs to Wisconsin
Walker’s policies haven’t worked. More urban-centered policies could improve things.
May 2nd, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
State Revokes Subsidy For Illinois Company
W.W. Grainger got $500,000 in tax credits, but created no jobs.
Apr 30th, 2016 by Cara Lombardo
How Walker is Killing the Meritocracy
Talented workers are leaving or discouraged from applying, as party loyalists win favor.
Apr 27th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
State’s New Legal Gun on ALEC’s Team?
New Solicitor General handling cases against EPA, Obamacare and abortion access.
Apr 26th, 2016 by Chris Taylor
Why Rural Residents Resent Us
UW Prof listens to people in 29 rural communities, learns why they like Gov. Walker.
Apr 25th, 2016 by Steven Walters
12 Things Will Decide Domes’ Future
Politicians will decide their fate, but citizens can lead the way. 12 issues are key.
Apr 22nd, 2016 by Virginia Small
State Is Biased Against Newer Businesses
Hundreds of million in tax breaks for big companies, peanuts for small ones that create most jobs.
Apr 20th, 2016 by Marc Eisen
John Doe Controversy Gets Even Stranger
Judge Lynn Adelman seemed mystified by attorneys for both sides in suit against John Chisholm.
Apr 20th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
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
Impact of Walker’s 59 Judicial Choices
He’s already replaced nearly one-fifth of judges in the state.
Apr 18th, 2016 by Steven Walters
Road Map To Economic Failure
Why has Walker’s jobs plan failed? And why won’t he change his approach?
Apr 14th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
What Did Primary Mean for Wisconsin
Will Walker be Cruz’s choice for running mate? And why can’t Hillary win here?
Apr 11th, 2016 by Steven Walters
Domination Through Voter Suppression
Republicans use gerrymandering and Voter ID confusion to win with fewer votes.
Apr 10th, 2016 by Chris Taylor
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
Open Records Law Still Under Siege
Former Corrections Secretary Ed Wall’s attempted end run is latest of many attacks on the law.
Apr 4th, 2016 by Steven Walters
New State Law Helps Debt Collectors
Makes it easy for debt buyers to target consumers with poorly documented claims.
Apr 4th, 2016 by Bridgit Bowden
When Progressives Imitate the Right
The Shepherd’s campaign against Democrat Chris Abele is a classic example
Apr 1st, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Trump Vs. The Wisconsin Establishment
Journal Sentinel joins talk radio and GOP party in battling The Donald.
Mar 31st, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Walker Calls for More Open Records
Governor went beyond state statutes in directive to state agencies calling for open records.
Mar 31st, 2016 by Steve Lovejoy
Are Conservative Groups Hiding Campaign Spending?
Anti-Kloppenburg ads could be funded by Wisconsin Manufacturers and Club for Growth
Mar 30th, 2016 by Matt Rothschild
Media Used By Right Against Kloppenburg
Journal Sentinel attacks Kloppenburg on unproven issue raised by right-wing.
Mar 28th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Does Justice Bradley Oppose Birth Control?
There’s no evidence she’s ever repudiated her past statements against some forms of contraception.
Mar 27th, 2016 by Chris Taylor
Chris Abele Is In Deep Trouble
A year ago he was a shoo-in for reelection. Now he's in the fight of his life.
Mar 24th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Who Works Better with Other Governments?
Including the city and other local governments? The responses are revealing.
Mar 23rd, 2016 by Chris Abele and Chris Larson
Did Club for Growth Help Create Trump?
Conservatives that got courts to end campaign spending limits gave Trump his key issue.
Mar 21st, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
State Lags in Reporting Medicaid Data
Wisconsin reports less data on quality of pediatric health care than nearly any state.
Mar 21st, 2016 by Jon Peacock
Legislative Session Passed Historic Changes
Republicans say voters will reward them this fall. Democrats are preparing attacks.
Mar 21st, 2016 by Steven Walters
Caperton Rule Could Kill John Doe Decision
State high court’s Doe ruling runs afoul of U.S. Supreme Court decision on judicial conflicts.
Mar 16th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
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
Four Questions for Rebecca Bradley
Justice Bradley's written opinions raise legal questions voters should ask, she should address.
Mar 12th, 2016 by Lester Pines
The Two Homes of Rebecca Bradley
Judge has Tosa Colonial and a Lower East Side condo near all those gays she condemned.
Mar 9th, 2016 by Michael Horne
Who’s Best on Budget and Taxes?
Did Abele clean up mess left by Larson? Or did he use budget tricks, as Larson contends?
Mar 9th, 2016 by Chris Abele and Chris Larson
Green Bay Key In Supreme Court Race
Kloppenburg vs. Bradley echoes Prosser race, which was decided by Fox Valley voters.
Mar 7th, 2016 by Steven Walters
Obama Touts ACA Success, Slams Walker
President's visit here hails Obamacare's success, bashes Walker for obstructing increased coverage.
Mar 5th, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
The Open Records Traveling Show
Liberal and conservative advocates of open government will offer presentation on the issue in 8 cities.
Mar 2nd, 2016 by Mark Pitsch
We Love the Parks
Both candidates say they love county parks. Which has best approach to maintain them?
Mar 2nd, 2016 by Chris Abele and Chris Larson
Scott Walker Helped Create Trump
Governor's divisiveness and use of fear set stage for Donald Trump's style.
Mar 1st, 2016 by Dane County Executive Melissa Agard
Have Anti-John Doe Forces Blundered?
They could open door to federal court questioning state Supreme Court’s shutdown of Doe probe.
Feb 29th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Can Larson Beat Abele?
Democratic insiders handicap the race, which may come down to turnout.
Feb 29th, 2016 by Steven Walters
State Infrastructure Spending Plummets
Has declined 31% since 2002, 7th worse drop in the nation.
Feb 25th, 2016 by Jon Peacock
Moore Backs Barrett, Brostoff Slams Abele
And One Wisconsin Now celebrates 10 years of bashing Republicans.
Feb 24th, 2016 by Michael Horne
County Exec Candidates Debate Transit
Is the county bus system on the upswing or declining?
Feb 24th, 2016 by Chris Abele and Chris Larson
Kenney Targets Ald. Borkowski
Should challenger win, would be only military veteran on Common Council.
Feb 24th, 2016 by Michael Horne
High Court Likely To Hear Doe Appeal
Scalia's death means Supreme Court's four liberals could accept case, can't be outvoted.
Feb 23rd, 2016 by Matt Rothschild
New Corrections Chief Faces Problems
Including overcrowded prisons, staff shortages and low morale, and a dearth of leadership.
Feb 22nd, 2016 by Steven Walters
Lipscomb Runs Larson’s Celebration
Chris Larson wasn't there for victory celebration, so county board chair takes charge.
Feb 17th, 2016 by Michael Horne
Why Walker Allowed Lincoln Hills Abuses
His staff knew about it for years. Why didn’t the governor act?
Feb 16th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Walker “Listening Sessions” Not for All
Invitations are closed to media and for invited guests only.
Feb 15th, 2016 by Steven Walters
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
The Other Candidate for County Executive
Joe Klein believes citizens should have access to government records on a 24/7 basis.
Feb 12th, 2016 by Michael Holloway
Did Democratic Debate Help Milwaukee?
And did Clinton or Sanders win? Morning-after reflections.
Feb 12th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Stealth Campaign Targets Mayor Barrett
He would easily win the April election. But could he take third in Tuesday’s primary?
Feb 11th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Liberal Group Seeks Talk Radio Voice
Claims AM conservative talk radio is "racist" and "hateful." Is liberal talk radio possible?
Feb 10th, 2016 by Michael Horne
Hospitals Could Fix State’s Health Care
They should emulate other states, offer to pay our state's share of Medicaid expansion.
Feb 10th, 2016 by Bill Kaplan
Bill Requires Testing Tap Water for Lead
State has 176,000 lead service lines that can taint water. Flint situation cited.
Feb 9th, 2016 by Dee J. Hall
The Plague of Urban Evictions
New Yorker reports on evictions of poor renters in Milwaukee. The numbers are shocking.
Feb 9th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
The Curious Case of Brad Schimel
Why has Attorney General suddenly entered John Doe controversy?
Feb 8th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Why State’s Jobs Strategy Isn’t Working
Tax cuts have little benefit for small companies that create 70% of jobs, report concludes.
Feb 8th, 2016 by Tamarine Cornelius
Has Walker Shrunk Wisconsin’s Economy?
Both Barca and Trump blame him. But what does the data show? Second in series.
Feb 4th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Walker Gets “Incomplete” on Student Debt
97 percent of student loan borrowers would not be helped by governor's plan.
Feb 4th, 2016 by Scot Ross
John Doe Foes Fight High Court Appeal
Lawyers for those investigated take steps to block appeal of Doe case to U.S. Supreme Court.
Feb 2nd, 2016 by Matt Rothschild
Walker Targets Health Care Savings
Self-insurance for state employees would get business support. But GOP legislators resist idea. Why?
Feb 2nd, 2016 by John Torinus
Study Gives State Climate Change Plan C+
Emergency management staff say they may not be allowed to mention climate change.
Jan 28th, 2016 by Becky Hammer
Lawyers Grill Supreme Court Candidates
And what a lively forum it was. Here is the truth about the candidates, so help us God.
Jan 28th, 2016 by Michael Horne
The Walker Agenda Is Failing
The result is rising job layoffs, a shrinking middle class, and nation's third-worst roads.
Jan 27th, 2016 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Governor’s Tosa Home Up for Sale
The real estate agent, the wife of First Lady's cousin, was among first to gay wed in state.
Jan 25th, 2016 by Michael Horne
To Fix Roads, Use Conservative Approach
Gas tax is user fee that works. Borrowing is an inefficient alternative.
Jan 25th, 2016 by William L. Holahan and Charles O. Kroncke
Walker Plans Run for Third Term
His listening tour is all about making him a viable candidate in 2018.
Jan 25th, 2016 by Steven Walters
Has Walker Grown Wisconsin’s Economy?
His conservative policies were supposed to grow jobs. Did they? First in a series.
Jan 22nd, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Wisconsin Student Debt Is Soaring
It rose 74% in 10 years, faster than all but six states. What is Walker's solution?
Jan 19th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
What Has Mayor Barrett Accomplished?
After nearly 12 years in office, his impact can be seen -- if you look hard.
Jan 14th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Walker’s Secretive Governing Style
Since he was County Executive, Walker has devised ever more ways to operate in secret.
Jan 12th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
The Pothole Repair Act
Republican legislators debate allowing counties 0.5% sales tax for road repairs and maintenance.
Jan 11th, 2016 by Steven Walters
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
Five Things to Watch For in 2016
Will Rebecca Bradley win? Can Democrats re-take the senate? Will Walker get a different job?
Jan 4th, 2016 by Steven Walters
10 Most Popular Stories of 2015
The bus strike, Scott Walker’s meltdown, a sneaky Bucks arena plan -- readers flocked to these and other stories.
Dec 30th, 2015 by Urban Milwaukee
A Tough Year for Transparency
State leaders have worked to restrict open records and succeeded in several ways.
Dec 29th, 2015 by Bill Lueders
