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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Walker Has Access to Unlimited Donations
By not declaring for presidency he can grab unlimited donations to his "ideas" committee and a separate, super PAC.
Apr 29th, 2015 by Bill Lueders
What Makes Scott Walker Run?
A recent story about his upbringing may shine a sad -- and revealing -- light on Walker’s personality and political views.
Apr 28th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Bucks Arena Tough Sell for Outstate Legislators
Poll shows state residents outside metro Milwaukee and Madison oppose subsidy by 86% to 10%.
Apr 27th, 2015 by Steven Walters
Changing Politics Could Hurt Great Lakes
Regional Republican governors like Scott Walker are less interested in efforts to protect the lakes.
Apr 26th, 2015 by Gary Wilson
State Bucks Arena Plan Fleeces Milwaukee
Proposed sports district gives all legal protection to the state and sticks it to Milwaukee, both financially and politically.
Apr 23rd, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Walker Gets Backed by Koch Brothers?
David Koch says he prefers Walker to other Republicans, NYT and New York Observer report.
Apr 21st, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Legislators Hope Tax Windfall Rescues Them
If state tax collections don’t go up -- soon -- lawmakers must swallow Walker’s unappetizing budget cuts.
Apr 20th, 2015 by Steven Walters
Shirley Abrahamson Against the World
Chief Justice’s fight against a constitutional change to demote her is a minor issue. So why such a juicy battle involving so many conservatives?
Apr 16th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
A Tale of Two Health Plans
A private company's managed-care plan is far less costly than the state employee health care plan. What can we learn from that?
Apr 15th, 2015 by John Torinus
The Secret Tax Subsidy Society
Republicans and Democrats conspire to create stealth taxes to fund the NBA arena. Will they succeed?
Apr 14th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Don’t Change UW System’s Governance
There’s already an exodus of top faculty concerned about ending tenure.
Apr 12th, 2015 by William L. Holahan and Charles O. Kroncke
Bipartisan Majority Favors Conservation Program
Survey shows nearly 90% in Wisconsin favor state stewardship program; will legislature protect program Walker wants to kill?
Apr 10th, 2015 by John Torinus
Too Pure for Pork
Gov. Walker is a latest of state politicians from both parties who have an aversion to federal funds.
Apr 9th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Campaign Finance Laws Will Be Rewritten
Court decisions have made them outdated. Some fear new rules will allow unlimited spending.
Apr 9th, 2015 by Bill Lueders
DNR May Scrap Science Bureau
Administrators consider killing Bureau of Science Services, "bedrock" of DNR, says its ex-leader.
Apr 8th, 2015 by Ron Seely
Scott Walker, The Anti-Jeb
In just a few months, Gov. Walker has become the leading alternative to Jeb Bush.
Apr 7th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Charter School Leaders Say Oversight Needed
Republican plan for Milwaukee would allow high-performing charter schools to replicate without any approving authority.
Apr 7th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
The Boom in Walker’s Point
A new project on South Water St. continues the pace of development.
Apr 6th, 2015 by Dave Reid
Walker Plan for UW System Could Backfire
Financial and academic reductions could actually result in fewer and less prepared workers for the rapidly changing workplace.
Apr 6th, 2015 by William L. Holahan and Charles O. Kroncke
John Doe Supported by Many Republicans
Supreme Court candidate James Daley was among many GOP judges and prosecutors involved in alleged "partisan witch hunt."
Apr 2nd, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Did Walker Cave In to Hunting Lobby?
Chronic Wasting Disease in deer is at all-time high because of changes in how DNR handles it.
Apr 2nd, 2015 by Bill Lueders
Predicting Wisconsin’s Economic Future
Two commentators fiercely disagree as to whether Wisconsin has turned the corner. Who’s right?
Apr 1st, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Wisconsin’s Shrinking Middle Class
No state has seen a bigger decline in the percent of middle class households than Wisconsin, new data shows.
Mar 31st, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
More Delays in Lakefront Development
County board's contradictory proposals on O'Donnell Park and court case affecting The Couture continue to stall potential development.
Mar 30th, 2015 by Dave Reid
Walker Would End Oversight of For-Profit Colleges
His budget eliminates Educational Approval Board, which costs the state nothing to oversee for-profit colleges.
Mar 29th, 2015 by Madeleine Behr and Kate Golden
Are Abrahamson’s Days as Chief Justice Numbered?
Constitutional amendment on April referendum would result in her being replaced as chief justice. Even if it fails, her salary will be reduced.
Mar 27th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Can Daley Beat Bradley for Supreme Court?
Challenger could get lots of right-wing money, but that may not be enough in this case.
Mar 26th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Do Voters Support Republican Policies?
On some bills, yes. On others, no.
Mar 26th, 2015 by Bill Lueders
Did Menard Buy Protection From Walker?
Billionaire business man and frequent environmental violator gave $1.5 million in dark money to governor.
Mar 25th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Should City/County Donate More to NBA Arena?
Actually, local taxpayers will be donating $450 million. But the press won’t report the details.
Mar 24th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
In Defense of Historic Tax Credits
National Trust for Historic Preservation's leader comes to town, where her speech to a crowd filled with notables dramatized the need for state to maintain the current credits.
Mar 23rd, 2015 by Michael Horne
Battle Over Iron Mine Leaves Scars
The battle "tore the community apart" for mine that was never going to happen, Jauch charges.
Mar 18th, 2015 by Bill Lueders
A Whole New Class of Poor People?
Walker plan to quietly slash Food Stamps for 62,000 people will cost state $58 million to lose $92 million in federal funding.
Mar 17th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Davis Sets, Cancels Meeting on Streetcar
His claim on streetcar turns out to be false. Meanwhile, new city assessor appointed with little fanfare.
Mar 17th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Indianapolis Comes to Bay View?
New $40 million, 307-apartment proposal for Bay View offered only a rendering of an Indianapolis project by the developer. When do we get the full package?
Mar 16th, 2015 by Dave Reid
Budget Could Delay Local Highway Projects
Republican legislators want to reduce borrowing in Walker transportation budget, but this could delay numerous projects.
Mar 16th, 2015 by Steven Walters
Freedom of Information Council Gives ‘Opee’ Awards
Big loser was state Department of Administration; one winner was Milwaukee County Medical Examiner.
Mar 14th, 2015 by Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council
The Growth of UWM Research Foundation
It's processed 41 patents in last nine years. But state funding cuts could endanger its growth.
Mar 13th, 2015 by John Torinus
The Quick-Law Governor
Countless sweeping changes have been proposed almost overnight, with no study, no rationale and no known author.
Mar 12th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Wikipedia Edits for President Walker
Oh, the records Walker would set, including first county exec rising to president and biggest age deficit between president and first lady.
Mar 11th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Justice Bradley Has Republican-Leaning Challenger
April election pits 20-year liberal incumbent against circuit court judge getting Republican Party support.
Mar 11th, 2015 by Bill Lueders
229 New Apartments in Brewers’ Hill
But one of the two new buildings being developed generated grr-ipes from Matt Wild and Mary Louise Schumacher. Dare we disagree?
Mar 10th, 2015 by Dave Reid
Federal Cuts Challenge Local Food Programs
Funding reduced though number of county Food Share recipients hasn't declined.
Mar 10th, 2015 by Molly Rippinger
State Ending Long-Term Institutional Care for Disabled?
Walker budget continues years-long trend, experts disagree on its impact.
Mar 9th, 2015 by Sean Kirkby
Gogebic Mine Dies Without a Whimper
After all the controversy, it’s been killed, with barely a word from partisans on either side. Why?
Mar 9th, 2015 by Steven Walters
Jabari Parker’s $570,000 Grafton Home
The 19-year old Bucks player and Mormon probably won't use the wet bar. But he'll love those high ceilings and lake views.
Mar 6th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Dale Schultz’s Last Hurrah
The retired Republican lawmaker dumps on his party and explains how Walker snookered him on Act 10.
Mar 5th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Walker Budget Targets Downer Woods
Provisions buried in budget bill eliminate protected status of conserved forest, the sole natural area on UWM campus.
Mar 4th, 2015 by Virginia Small
Is Walker Crazy Like a Fox?
His campaign for president seems ridiculous. So why is he rising in the polls?
Mar 3rd, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Northwestern Mutual Could Demolish a City Block
Will entire city block be used to build 1,000 car parking garage? And will The Couture dispute ever get settled?
Mar 2nd, 2015 by Dave Reid
Stories From the State Capitol
Six vignettes tell the story of how the Senate passed the Right-to-Work bill.
Mar 2nd, 2015 by Steven Walters
Coalition Battles Bike Funding Cuts
A coalition of environmental groups, business groups and others are lobbying legislators to change Walker's budget.
Feb 27th, 2015 by Dave Schlabowske
Walker’s Christmas Tree Budget
The budget has a flock of non-financial items -- 58 in all -- that will quietly change state polices.
Feb 25th, 2015 by Bill Lueders
Hey, Let’s Drug Test Food Stamp Recipients
Walker and Vos love the idea. So what will it cost and what will it accomplish?
Feb 24th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Testing Walker’s Jobs Theory
He’s embraced a low-taxes approach used by other states, which has been a failure.
Feb 24th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Bay View Boos Building
Some pan the design of proposed Bay View "gateway" project. Meanwhile, the Dover Street School project hits a snag.
Feb 23rd, 2015 by Dave Reid
Legislators Move to Become Lobbyists
Revolving door between governing and lobbying wide open, especially for Republicans.
Feb 23rd, 2015 by Steven Walters
Walker’s Budget Reduces Historic Tax Credits
Tighter guidelines for credits and less total funding could hurt development in Milwaukee.
Feb 20th, 2015 by Andrew McCann
“We Could Do a Lot More Outreach.”
UW System President Ray Cross discusses how an independently managed UW System might work.
Feb 20th, 2015 by Mike Flaherty
Walker Ends State Funding for Biking Program
His proposed budget eliminates all state funding for Transportation Alternatives Program.
Feb 20th, 2015 by Dave Schlabowske
Supreme Court Justices for Sale
There may be no supreme court in America that’s more corrupted by conflicts of interest.
Feb 19th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Don’t Let UW Hide Research Records
Walker's budget adds a blanket exemption that would allow UW to deny public record requests on controversial research, conflicts of interest or how tax dollars are spent.
Feb 18th, 2015 by Bill Lueders
Walker’s UW Cuts Get National Press
It’s probably helping his presidential run, but also raising questions about Walker as a person.
Feb 18th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Lobbyists Spent $57.5 Million on 2013-’14 Legislative Session
That's about $150,000 for each of the 380 bills that became law.
Feb 17th, 2015 by Bill Lueders
The County Board’s Anti-Environmental Boondoggle
Its Estabrook Dam decision will cost taxpayers millions and harm environment.
Feb 17th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Huge Growth for Brady and Water
Three different developments will add 740 apartments and tremendous urban density to the area.
Feb 16th, 2015 by Dave Reid
The Walker Economic Record
Crunching the numbers: How has Wisconsin’s economy fared in his first four years?
Feb 16th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Capitol Clout Shifts to Republican Lawmakers
Given a governor distracted by his run for president, legislators are taking control of budget process.
Feb 16th, 2015 by Steven Walters
Streetcar Signing Is Quite a Celebration
The mayor, business leaders and pols toasted the streetcar in Cudahy's Irish Pub, with Michael Cudahy on hand.
Feb 13th, 2015 by Michael Horne
How Could Walker Refuse Incredible Deal?
Kenosha casino would pay entire taxpayer bill for NBA arena and up to $275 million for any (unlikely) litigation costs. And Walker says no?
Feb 12th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
How Good Are Charter Schools?
The data is very encouraging, so why are liberals so opposed?
Feb 11th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Why Walker Had to Cut UW Funding
His presidential ambitions left him with no other option.
Feb 10th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Milwaukee Streetcar Approved
After years of debate, streetcar will finally move forward. Final engineering will begin immediately, and construction by the end of the year.
Feb 10th, 2015 by Jeramey Jannene
Walker’s Point on the Rise
South 2nd St. is booming and redevelopment on National Ave. may follow a similar pattern.
Feb 9th, 2015 by Dave Reid
Is Paul Ryan Becoming a Moderate?
Yet another “new” Ryan, this time ready to make bargains with Obama.
Feb 9th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Walker’s Budget Borrows Big
$1.3 bonding for transportation means 23% of taxes for roads will pay interest on bonds by 2016.
Feb 9th, 2015 by Steven Walters
State Subsidizes Company With Safety Violations
Ashley Furniture gets $6.7 million from job agency, has federal fines for more than 1,000 worker injuries.
Feb 8th, 2015 by Madeleine Behr
Will Streetcar Help The Inner City?
Opponents say it won’t. Let’s examine the data.
Feb 4th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Will County Pass Another Pension Giveaway?
Board members favor a “grandfather clause” protecting retirees with illegal payments that could cost taxpayers $10 million.
Feb 3rd, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Walker’s Funding Cuts for UW Ignite Firestorm
Lawmakers may balk at cuts and at plan to give UW System autonomy from legislature.
Feb 2nd, 2015 by Steven Walters
New Arena Plan & Pabst Brewing Returns
Will legislature pass new arena plan? Will city and county have to contribute? Will Pabst brew here again?
Feb 2nd, 2015 by Dave Reid
Republicans Target Family Planning Clinics With Audit
Rules they seek to enforce could shut down every clinic offering birth control services in Wisconsin.
Jan 30th, 2015 by Kate Golden
Charlie Sykes’ Private Island
His surprisingly modest Mequon Cape Cod is surrounded by and benefits from all kinds of publicly-funded, socialistic services.
Jan 29th, 2015 by Michael Horne
How Walker’s Presidential Bid Hurts Wisconsin
On a wide range of policies, Walker may be serving his career more than his constituents
Jan 27th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
A Week of Ground-Breaking News
Announcement of Johnson Controls' 50-story lakefront tower is week's biggest development.
Jan 26th, 2015 by Dave Reid
Does Walker Have Losing Strategy for Global Warming?
States that are unfriendly to new technologies confronting the problem could be economic losers.
Jan 22nd, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
The “We Hate Shirley” Amendment
Republicans' constitutional amendment to end seniority as method to choose chief justice is a shot at Shirley Abrahamson, opponents argue.
Jan 20th, 2015 by Bill Lueders
Who Is Funding the Anti-Streetcar Effort?
Ald. Bauman and others are certain that dark money is pouring in for this, which streetcar opponents deny.
Jan 20th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Walker Not Most Polarizing Pol
Polls show he is fourth most polarizing among state voters.
Jan 19th, 2015 by Steven Walters
National Media Jumps on “College Dropout” Walker
Walker’s presidential run brings on stories about the hole in his resume.
Jan 16th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Does Milwaukee Need an Aerotropolis?
Many cities have embraced concept of airport centered growth. Is Milwaukee falling behind?
Jan 15th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
State Spending on Outside Services Soars
Spending on outside contracts was $451 million in 2014, up 56% since 2010, when Gov. Walker took office.
Jan 13th, 2015 by Bill Lueders
Why Walker Resists Right to Work Law
He supported it as a legislator, but it could create a huge “distraction” from his run for president.
Jan 12th, 2015 by Steven Walters
The Story Behind the Streetcar Referendum
Conservatives from outside Milwaukee hope to join forces with black city residents to oppose the streetcar.
Jan 8th, 2015 by Michael Horne and Bruce Murphy
The Impact of Right to Work Laws
State Republican leaders want to pass such a law. What will be the impact on jobs and wages?
Jan 7th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Walker Sees End to Massive Spending on Gov’s Race
The 2014 race and its total of $60 million in campaign donations, won't be repeated, he assures reporter.
Jan 6th, 2015 by Bill Lueders
Is a Public Official’s Calendar a Public Record?
It can help explain what government officials are doing, but some are fighting media requests for this.
Jan 5th, 2015 by Jason Smathers
U.S. Supreme Court Case Threatens Health Care
Wisconsin and 34 states that didn’t set up health care exchanges could lose all coverage under Obamacare.
Jan 5th, 2015 by Steven Walters
Walker Won’t Rule Out Signing Right to Work
In a wide-ranging interview Tuesday with WCIJ, governor declines to take a stand on numerous issues.
Dec 30th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
Top Ten Stories of the Year
Which had the most impact on Wisconsin? The envelope, please.
Dec 29th, 2014 by Steven Walters
