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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Conservatives Support Hike in Minimum Wage
Nationally, many conservatives embrace it as a way to reduce government dependence. But Wisconsin continues to resist.
Mar 5th, 2014 by Ron Unz
Private Email System Built in 2002 for Walker Staff?
County’s human resources assistant director tells State Journal Walker’s staff installed system in 2002.
Mar 3rd, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Blurry Line Between Political and Government Work
Elected officials often have two cell phones but still blur line between political and public business.
Mar 3rd, 2014 by Steven Walters
Top Lobbyists Will Replace Your Windows!
Bill Broydrick's Window Replacement Co., new women political candidates, and a MacArthur genius comes to town.
Feb 28th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Walker’s Sweet Revenge Against John Doe Prosecutors
Walker’s office gets to choose the attorneys defending John Chisholm and company from a federal suit.
Feb 27th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Did Gov. Walker Have a Secret Email System?
A Walker administration insider says some staff used private emails and personal laptops in the office.
Feb 25th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
10 Questions and Answers About Taxes
The April 15 deadline approaches. How will the Walker tax cuts will affect you?
Feb 24th, 2014 by Steven Walters
How Walker Handled Open Records Request
Emails show his staff irked by requests and responding slowly, except when it benefits Walker.
Feb 21st, 2014 by Bill Lueders
Why Did Thornton Leave?
The loss of MPS superintendent raises troubling questions about public education in Milwaukee.
Feb 20th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
The Wrath of Eric O’Keefe
He’s under investigation in John Doe II but turning the tables on the District Attorney and making him sweat.
Feb 13th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Zamarripa Proposal Would Help Undocumented Residents
Milwaukee legislator's bill would allow them to get drivers licenses, attend state colleges.
Feb 12th, 2014 by Edgar Mendez
$32 Million Spent Lobbying State Legislators in 2013
End of year reports also show Walker raised three times more campaign dollars than Burke.
Feb 12th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
How Rogue Aides Can Ruin Politicians
Gov. Chris Christie’s problems are a lesson to every politician in Wisconsin.
Feb 10th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Recall Effort Targets John Chisholm
DA targeted by right wingers outraged by John Doe and liberal blacks angered by suspects killed in custody.
Feb 6th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
State Hires Company That Screwed-Up Voter Registration System
Walker administration gives $59 million IT contract to Accenture, which won headlines for its poor work under Doyle.
Feb 5th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
John Doe II Is Anything But Partisan
Scott Walker’s defenders call the probe a partisan witch hunt. But newly released court documents say otherwise.
Feb 4th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
State Releasing Far More Sex Offenders
Number released from mental lockup has quadrupled, but officials say risk to residents is low. First of a three-part series.
Feb 3rd, 2014 by Nora G. Hertel
Walker Says Act 10 Was About “Local Control”
Gearing up for election, he says controversial law helps school boards focus on education rather than “union grievances.”
Feb 3rd, 2014 by Steven Walters
Will Walker Change State’s School Standards?
Once again, Walker threatens to replace Common Core standards. Is he bluffing?
Jan 27th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
The War Against Wind
Wind power is booming in surrounding states but declining in Wisconsin. Why?
Jan 23rd, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Happy Days Are Here Again
Gov. Walker’s State-of-the-State speech will be singing a very positive song.
Jan 20th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Democratic Wedge Issues
Republicans are out of step on issues like same sex marriage and medical marijuana.
Jan 16th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
State Spending Now an Open Book
Web site tracking state spending is a font of information, not all of it useful.
Jan 14th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
Millennials Drive Downtown Growth, GMC Told
Younger residents far more important than empty nesters in driving city growth, and urban areas are surpassing suburbs, speakers at conference note.
Jan 14th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Unaffordable Care
Citizens Action of Wisconsin conference shows impact of the Affordable Care Act and Gov. Walker’s decisions on Medicaid.
Jan 8th, 2014 by Mrinal Gokhale
Telephone Company Rip-Off
Now that the telecom industry is deregulated, AT&T can gouge customers with late fees.
Jan 7th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Walker’s No-Pardon Stance Is Risky
He argues it's a matter of principle not to undermine judicial system. Will the decision hurt him in an election?
Jan 7th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
Our 2014 Wish List
Bruce Murphy, Dave Reid and Jeramey Jannene offer their take on how to build a better city.
Jan 6th, 2014 by Urban Milwaukee
How to End the Income Tax
Tax pros offer suggestions to Gov. Walker.
Jan 6th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Crystal Ball for 2014
25 predictions that are certain (well, maybe) to come true this year.
Jan 3rd, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Gwen Moore “Educates” Ted Cruz
Speaking at St. John's on the Lake, she talks about her conversation with Cruz, earmarks and voter ID.
Jan 2nd, 2014 by Michael Horne
Walker Says Campaign Cash Corrupts
At least if it comes from unions. As to other reforms in campaign finance, he's elusive.
Dec 31st, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Crazy Casino Politics
Both Gov. Walker and Mary Burke have mishandled the Kenosha Casino issue.
Dec 30th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Is Walker Serious About Ending Income Tax?
It brings in $7.5 billion per year. How would he replace it?
Dec 30th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Minnesota Trumps Wisconsin on Health Care
By cooperating with Obamacare Minnesota will cover 225,000 more people and spend $104 million less than Wisconsin.
Dec 27th, 2013 by Nora G. Hertel and James Nord
Money Flow to Politicians Never Stops
The past year has seen union coffers decline, while other donors keep the cash coming.
Dec 26th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Christmas Gifts for Your Favorite Politician
Here are some last-minute gift ideas for a few Wisconsin pols.
Dec 23rd, 2013 by Steven Walters
Why Walker Didn’t Graduate
Journal Sentinel adds more to story, but still leaves some mystery.
Dec 18th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Will Walker Veto Bill on Schools Using Indian Names?
He offers sympathy to both sides while reiterating his goal for job growth.
Dec 18th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Why Do People Hate the Property Tax?
10 questions and answers about your property tax bill
Dec 16th, 2013 by Steven Walters
State Delays on Talgo Claim
State claims board won't hear Talgo complaint at next meeting, and officials delay release of Talgo's legal filing, though it's a public record.
Dec 12th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Talk is Cheap on John Doe Probe
Are conservatives trying to smear the investigators probing Walker's reelection campaign and third party groups?
Dec 10th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Measure Limits Recalls But Allows Unlimited Fundraising
Republican proposal would provide great protection to incumbent politicians.
Dec 9th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Why the Minimum Wage Should Be Increased
It could do more than anything to reduce the income gap in this state.
Dec 5th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
The Governor as Grinch
Walker's crass campaign pitch, a weird art thief and the Santa Rampage.
Dec 4th, 2013 by Michael Horne
The Legislature’s Unfinished Business
Bills still waiting deal with background checks for gun sales, campaign finance, drone attacks, and woodchuck hunting.
Dec 3rd, 2013 by Bill Lueders
John Gurda’s Home of History
Just one block north of the suburbs in Bay View, he's written most of his 19 books from this home base.
Dec 2nd, 2013 by Michael Horne
How Walker Worries About Polls
His book shows he frequently adjusts strategy based on poll results.
Dec 2nd, 2013 by Steven Walters
Amtrak to Chicago Will Go Wireless
Finally, the line will get Wi-Fi (we hope), but Milwaukee's Amtrak station still lacks it.
Nov 29th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Finally, Something the Parties Agree On
Republican and Democratic legislators both support tax credits to rehab old buildings, but cost could be high.
Nov 26th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Can Burke Beat Walker?
The 2014 campaign may depend on which candidate has the best story to tell.
Nov 26th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Hispanics Could Be Critical in Governor’s Race
And Walker is reaching out to them.
Nov 25th, 2013 by Steven Walters
New Probe is Big Trouble for Walker
Both the first and second John Doe have focused on his campaigns, suggesting a disturbing pattern.
Nov 19th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Citizens Demand Action on Redistricting
Emails from the public to Republican legislators overwhelmingly support reform, but GOP won't budge.
Nov 19th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Yes, Virginia, There is a Scott Walker
What Virginia and Iowa can teach the governor.
Nov 13th, 2013 by Bill Kaplan
Police Scam Artists
Why does the cop’s union protect officers who rip off taxpayers?
Nov 12th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Walker’s Book is Very Revealing
There are fascinating sections, including Walker giving staff a top ten list ridiculing public workers.
Nov 12th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Who Threw Deininger Off the GAB?
The rumor is that Walker or Republican legislators are punishing him for his decisions on recall elections.
Nov 11th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Talgo Files Claim Against State
State would have to pay $136 million for canceling train contract.
Nov 8th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Brookfield Square Welcomes County Buses
Unlike Southridge and other suburban malls, Brookfield Square actually runs ads to attract bus-riding city residents.
Nov 7th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Milwaukee’s Most Underestimated Leader?
MPS superintendent Gregory Thornton has quietly righted a ship that once looked ready to sink.
Nov 5th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Walker’s Year Of Political Danger
Weak poll results and tricky issues face the governor in the year before he runs.
Nov 4th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Mike Grebe’s Conservative Cudahy Condo
It's just a short walk from the Bradley Foundation, where Grebe battles daily to turn us all conservative.
Nov 4th, 2013 by Michael Horne
5 Candidates Running for Jeff Stone’s Assembly Seat
Four Republicans and one Democrat seek to win this heavily Republican suburban district.
Oct 31st, 2013 by Michael Horne
Four May Run for Richards’ Assembly Seat
The biggest name: sources say county board chair Marina Dimitrijevic is preparing to run.
Oct 30th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Casino Construction
While the Menominee wait to hear if they can build a casino, the Potawatomi Casino Hotel is moving toward completion.
Oct 25th, 2013 by Dave Reid
Will Mary Burke Spend Big?
Democrats hope she'll spend plenty of her personal wealth in the race against Scott Walker, but she's giving mixed signals.
Oct 22nd, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Retiring With Guns Blazing
Several politicians have announced retirement, some diplomatically, others firing shots at their opponents.
Oct 21st, 2013 by Steven Walters
Amtrak Ridership Hits All-Time High
Smaller cities drive increase as polls show voters overwhelmingly support federal support of passenger rail.
Oct 18th, 2013 by Angie Schmitt
Why Walker’s Job Strategy Has Failed
He’s followed a much-touted strategy used by successful companies. Why hasn’t it worked?
Oct 17th, 2013 by Bruce Thompson
New Moves to Bail Out the Bucks
Bradley Center and business leaders search for a clever way to subsidize the NBA team.
Oct 15th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
How Legislators Grab Big Pensions
A move into higher-paying state jobs greatly increases their pensions.
Oct 14th, 2013 by Steven Walters
How to Nab Bad Guys
ShotSpotter has become a key tool for city police, but Walker says no to funding and Abele says yes.
Oct 10th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Obamacare Haters Help People Sign Up
State's Republican politicians who oppose law are helping enroll their constituents.
Oct 9th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Mr. Fixit Puts Down His Tool Kit
Moderate Mark Bugher steps down as head of UW Research Park after holding many key jobs in state government.
Oct 7th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Laura Bush Comes to Town
She will join Tonette Walker in a fundraiser for the Christian group, Teen Challenge.
Oct 2nd, 2013 by Michael Horne
The Problem of Poverty
Poverty is rising faster in Wisconsin and the city of Milwaukee than nationally.
Sep 26th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
The End of Suburbs?
So argues a new book. And former Milwaukee Mayor John Norquist agrees. Are they right?
Sep 25th, 2013 by Terry Falk
In Defense of County Bus System
MTS has done a great job of running county transit and shouldn’t be replaced.
Sep 24th, 2013 by Bill Sell
Will Paul Ryan Be Romney Redux?
He’s a favorite of Republicans, but Democrats may be secretly cheering for him as well.
Sep 24th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Walker Faces Tough Choice on Kenosha Casino
Any decision he makes will anger some, and could affect his potential run for president.
Sep 23rd, 2013 by Steven Walters
BBC Deplores Wisconsin’s Black Imprisonment Rate
News show focuses international attention on problems here.
Sep 19th, 2013 by Angie Schmitt
Wisconsin, Land of the Plutocrats
Forbes 400 list offers more evidence of wealth gap in Wisconsin.
Sep 19th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Shocking Conditions at the Courthouse
Court Commissioner Barry Slagle electrocuted in scary, unreported incident at courthouse.
Sep 19th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Should Internet Sales Be Taxed?
Federal bill could yield more than $70 million in annual sales tax for Wisconsin. Walker says he would use for income tax relief.
Sep 18th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Capitol Sex Scandal Confirmed
Judge confirms affair between state DHS secretary and his legal counsel, and jealously abusive husband gets off with a misdemeanor.
Sep 17th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Southeast Wisconsin Rules the Capitol
Almost every Republican -- and Democratic -- leader is from a small part of the state.
Sep 16th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Scott Walker’s Tiny Tosa Turf
The small colonial is one-twentieth the size of the Governor's Mansion, with a sadly neglected yard and fence.
Sep 15th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Wisconsin Ignores Climate Change
Republicans join Koch Brothers, opposing actions to reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
Sep 12th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
The Debtor Governor
Figures from non-partisan Legislative Fiscal Bureau figures show Walker’s debt level the worst since 1970.
Sep 10th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
No Compromise is Possible
State Sen Tim Cullen retires, saying the Capitol is run by the moneyed and powerful.
Sep 9th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Casino Wars
The Potawatomi have spent millions to lobby against a Kenosha casino. Is Gov. Walker their latest ally?
Sep 4th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
How School Choice Got Expanded Statewide
Deal by GOP legislators and pushed by voucher lobbyists expanded it beyond Gov. Walker's proposal.
Sep 3rd, 2013 by Steven Walters
How MPS Is Improving Instruction
Common Core Standards are changing schools here and statewide, but Tea Party Republicans object.
Aug 29th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Republicans Back Anti-Gun Bill
Mandatory three-year term for illegal gun possession has support of Flynn and Barrett. But will it pass?
Aug 28th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
WI Could Still Get Higher Speed Rail
Minnesota is hatching a Twin Cities-to-Milwaukee-to-Chicago plan, putting Gov. Walker on the spot.
Aug 27th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
How to Reelect Freshmen Legislators
Party leaders let them sponsor high-profile bills likely to win votes.
Aug 26th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Murray Ave Parklet Takes It to the Street
Parking spots on Milwaukee's East Side converted into a dining area.
Aug 24th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Republican Dog & Pony Show
Legislators Vos and Darling tour city but offer no solutions. So why did they come?
Aug 22nd, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
