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 Incredible Decline of State Roads Funding
Nonpartisan report shows percent of state taxes going to transportation fell 48% since 1970.
Jan 15th, 2019 by George Mitchell
Evers Sells Vision to Local Leaders
Governor urges business leaders to help two parties find common ground on tough issues.
Jan 14th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
State Rep. David Bowen Applauds New Governor Evers Visit to Lincoln Hills, Copper Lake
Highlights the contrast with leadership of the past
Jan 14th, 2019 by State Rep. David Bowen
State Loses Political Power in Washington
Of all states, Wisconsin and Michigan have lost the most clout in D.C., experts say.
Jan 14th, 2019 by Steven Walters
Can Opportunity Zones Help State Economy?
Federal program could help development in challenged areas of Milwaukee and state.
Jan 14th, 2019 by Dave Fidlin
The “Ethical Baggage” of Duey Stroebel
Republican legislator is the last person to lecture Evers’ appointee Craig Thompson on ethics.
Jan 11th, 2019 by George Mitchell
Hendricks Top State Donor in Federal Races
34th nationally, spending $4.5 million, mostly on Leah Vukmir.
Jan 10th, 2019 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
No “Year of the Woman” in Wisconsin
Why women did poorly in state legislative races in 2018.
Jan 10th, 2019 by Hayley Sperling
Groups Will Sue Against Lame Duck Laws
Will argue entire “extraordinary” session was illegal, demanding all laws be struck down.
Jan 10th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
Assembly Republicans Missing an Opportunity to Make Bipartisan Progress By Tackling Student Loan Debt Crisis
Higher Ed, Lower Debt Act is a Common Sense Solution With Strong Approval Across Partisan Lines
Jan 10th, 2019 by One Wisconsin Now
Evers Wants Reversal on ACA Suit
Will ask Attorney General Kaul to change state’s stance, says this won’t violate lame duck law.
Jan 10th, 2019 by Laurel White
Hagedorn Campaign Off to Historic Fundraising Start
Judge Hagedorn’s campaign raised $310,629.58 going into 2019.
Jan 10th, 2019 by Brian Hagedorn
Why State’s Dairy Farms Face a Crisis
And why Gov. Evers should change the policies of his predecessor.
Jan 9th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
Evers Demands Respect for State Employees
First executive order prohibits discrimination in state employment, second calls on agencies to respect all employees.
Jan 9th, 2019 by Hope Kirwan
Hagedorn Campaign Releases Statement on Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
"I want to thank our members of law enforcement here in Wisconsin for their service."
Jan 9th, 2019 by Brian Hagedorn
Legislature Begins Era of Divided Government
Vos, Fitzgerald call for bipartisan approach, but Vos warns against “far left” ideas.
Jan 8th, 2019 by Laurel White and Shawn Johnson
The Eternal Campaign of Scott Walker
He’s earned $2.3 million from government, and is already running for office again.
Jan 8th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Welcome to Milwaukee, Mr. Walker
Governor who warned voters about evils of this city will now live here.
Jan 7th, 2019 by James Rowen
Evers Calls for Bipartisan Solutions
Inaugural speech declares state “paralyzed by polarity” and leaders must put “people first.”
Jan 7th, 2019 by Steven Walters
Will Earnell Lucas Be a “People’s Sheriff”?
That’s what new sheriff promised; community members hope he will be very different than David Clarke.
Jan 4th, 2019 by Max Nawara
WILL Announces New Hires, Staff Promotions
Adds staff to face new challenges
Jan 4th, 2019 by Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty
Governor Walker Orders Flags to Half-Staff as a Mark of Respect for Captain Christopher Truman of the Lake Mills Fire Department
Captain Truman died on December 31, 2018, while selflessly assisting a driver of a crashed vehicle on Highway 12 near the Yahara River Bridge in Monona, Wisconsin.
Jan 3rd, 2019 by Gov. Scott Walker
Only Neubaurer, Hagedorn in Court Race
Two-candidate, left vs. right race for state Supreme Court. Neubauer has raised more money.
Jan 3rd, 2019 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Evers Will Visit Lincoln Hills
Walker never visited troubled youth prison or any correctional facility during eight years in office.
Jan 3rd, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
Evers Wants Voucher Costs on Tax Bills
New governor’s budget will include showing cost of private school vouchers on property tax bills.
Jan 3rd, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
NRA Still Has Capitol Clout
Spent nearly $1 million on Walker’s losing campaign, still has major power with legislators.
Jan 2nd, 2019 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Governor Walker Appoints St. Croix County Judge and Ashland County District Attorney
Governor Scott Walker today appointed Attorney Scott J. Nordstrand to serve as a judge on the St. Croix County Circuit Court and Attorney David Meany to the position of Ashland County District Attorney.
Jan 2nd, 2019 by Gov. Scott Walker
Will Judge Peterson Allow Voting Restrictions?
Since lame duck law reinstates provisions he previously struck down, that seems unlikely.
Jan 2nd, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
Judge Brian Hagedorn Submits More Than 5,000 Nomination Signatures for Supreme Court Seat
"I am overwhelmed by the support we’ve received since announcing our campaign..."
Jan 2nd, 2019 by Brian Hagedorn
Lame Duck Mischief Defamed the State
Walker opted to divide and conquer up until last day in office.
Jan 2nd, 2019 by Spencer Black
Robin Vos: The Secrecy Speaker
Reports Reveal How Vos Sought to Keep Public’s Business Secret and Silence Former Spouse
Jan 2nd, 2019 by One Wisconsin Now
Health Care Ruling Exposes Republicans
Court ruling they sought ends six Obamacare provisions supported by big majorities, polls show.
Jan 1st, 2019 by Jon Peacock
8 GOP Laws Evers Could Target
There’s much new governor opposes. But which issues will he take on?
Dec 31st, 2018 by Steven Walters
Governor Walker Orders Flags to Half-Staff as a Mark of Respect
Chilsen represented the 29th Senate District for six terms from 1967-1990
Dec 31st, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Could Milwaukee Freeway Project Be Revived?
Walker killed E-W freeway project, but Evers could revive it.
Dec 31st, 2018 by George Mitchell
Top 10 Stories of 2018 Affecting Democracy
How Wisconsin went forward -- and backward -- in democratic government.
Dec 29th, 2018 by Matt Rothschild
Vos and Fitzgerald Trash Urban Voters
Affirming the alignment of Republicans with voters from shrinking counties.
Dec 26th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Governor Walker Appoints Paul Dedinsky to Serve as Milwaukee County Judge
Paul Dedinsky has over 25 years of legal practice including over 20 years serving as a prosecutor in Milwaukee County from 1997-2017.
Dec 26th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Appoints Daniel Gabler to Serve as Milwaukee County Judge
Gabler is an active member of the Federalist Society, the Wisconsin Bar Association, and the Milwaukee Bar Association.
Dec 26th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
GOP Senate Could Pass Medicaid Expansion?
Not “completely ruled out,” Fitzgerald says of Evers proposal to accept federal dollars for expansion.
Dec 21st, 2018 by Laurel White
New Transportation Secretary Faces Tough Choices
Evers choice, Craig Thompson, will be improvement on Walker era, but faces huge problems.
Dec 21st, 2018 by George Mitchell
Lame Duck Law Helped Ashley Furniture
Big GOP donor benefits from flood control grant, gave Walker $56,100.
Dec 20th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Liberals All Wrong on Early Voting Law
Actually Republicans have expanded early voting.
Dec 20th, 2018 by Rick Esenberg
Governor Walker Announces the State Ended Fiscal Year 2017-18 with a $588.5 Million Surplus
State to enter fiscal year 2018-19 with the second-largest opening balance since 2000
Dec 20th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Evers Embraces Expertise
Hiring talented people, appointing expert advisors, who knew you could govern that way?
Dec 20th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Walker and Jobs, the Final Tally
In eight years, state steadily fell further behind nation and Midwest.
Dec 19th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Hintz Touts Democratic Issues for Next Year
Assembly minority leader says expanding Medicaid and redistricting reform are top goals.
Dec 19th, 2018 by Laurel White
We the Irrelevant People
Citizens overwhelmingly opposed long list of legislation passed by Republicans.
Dec 19th, 2018 by Sheila Plotkin
History Repeats With Latest Post-Election Republican Attack on Early Voting
Attack on Voter Rights Launched Just Days After Suffering Statewide Election Losses in 2012 and 2018
Dec 19th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
Kaul Calls Lame Duck Laws ‘Terrible’
Changes for Department of Justice will endanger public safety, new Attorney General says.
Dec 19th, 2018 by Mary Kate McCoy
Court Challenge to Voting Restrictions Filed
Liberal groups ask federal court to block lame duck law’s restriction on early voting.
Dec 18th, 2018 by Laurel White
State Facing Endless Lawsuits?
Suits by governor, legislature, citizens coming on lame duck laws, gerrymandering.
Dec 18th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
One Wisconsin Institute Files Request for Court to Enforce Rulings Striking Down Republican Lame Duck Restrictions on Voting
‘Attempts to Rig the Rules on Voting Were Unconstitutional in 2016 and They’re Unconstitutional Today’
Dec 17th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Institute
Avoid Partisan Gridlock, Let Voters Decide
Referendums on key issues like state funding for K-12 and UW System could solve partisan divide.
Dec 17th, 2018 by John Torinus
Motion to Block Early Voting Restrictions to be Filed Today
Citizen Action and partners move to prevent enforcement of early voting restrictions passed in the “lame duck” legislative session
Dec 17th, 2018 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
State Medicaid Fraud Program Overreaches?
State claims millions saved, but some call it “bullying” of legitimate service providers.
Dec 16th, 2018 by Helu Wang and Dee J. Hall
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Statement on Federal Court Ruling to Dismantle the Affordable Care Act and Repeal Protections for People with Pre-Existing Conditions
"This ruling is a threat because Walker's lawsuit would take away guaranteed health protections and raise costs for Wisconsinites with pre-existing conditions."
Dec 15th, 2018 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Walker Signs Lame Duck Bills
Doesn’t veto a single measure, chooses to “override the will of the people,” Evers says.
Dec 14th, 2018 by Laurel White
Rep. Zamarripa Statement on Lame Duck Bills
"Gov. Walker should be ashamed."
Dec 14th, 2018 by Ald. JoCasta Zamarripa
One Wisconsin Institute Announces Coming Legal Action Against GOP ‘Lame Duck’ Voting Rights Attacks
National Redistricting Foundation Will Support the Legal Challenge
Dec 14th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Institute
Governor Walker just sealed his legacy as the worst Governor in state history
"Scott Walker is leaving the Governorship the same way he arrived: in chaos."
Dec 14th, 2018 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Governor Walker Signs Extraordinary Session Legislation into Law in Green Bay
"The bottom line is the new governor will continue to be one of the most powerful chief executives in the country."
Dec 14th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
The Rise and Fall of Scott Walker
He accomplished much, then was consumed by an insular hubris.
Dec 14th, 2018 by George Mitchell
This Isn’t an Economic Development Strategy, This is an Extortion.
"By paying this ransom to a profitable corporation, Republican economic mismanagement opens Wisconsin up to further extortion from other profitable companies."
Dec 14th, 2018 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Nine state businesses win 2018 MARKETPLACE Governor’s Awards
Top minority, woman and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses were recognized for their success at 37th annual MARKETPLACE conference
Dec 14th, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Walker Rewards Restaurant Association?
They gave him $38,000, his board bans city’s food safety ratings of restaurants.
Dec 13th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Kimberly-Clark to Keep Cold Spring Facility Open in Wisconsin
Company, WEDC reach agreement on tax incentives that will retain nearly 400 jobs at Fox Valley facility
Dec 13th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Tony Evers Faces Tough Choices
With a structural deficit and transportation fund debt, delivering a “people’s budget” won’t be easy.
Dec 13th, 2018 by George Mitchell
What Do Democrats Stand For?
They can’t just be anti-Trump or anti-Walker, they need a clear theme. Like what?
Dec 13th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Lame Duck Appointees Gave Walker $16,000
One-fifth of 82 lame duck appointees by governor donated to his failed campaign.
Dec 12th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Hamilton Ally May Run for His Seat
Marvin Pratt's daughter may run. Ald. Hamilton's bid for mayor now seems all but certain.
Dec 12th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Gerrymander is Alive and Well
Data from November election tells a tale of totalitarian tendencies.
Dec 12th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Evers Forms Panel On Prison Reform
Includes two former Supreme Court justices, three former prisons administrators.
Dec 12th, 2018 by Shawn Johnson
Walker Defends Lame Duck Bills
Plans to sign several measures, still reviewing others.
Dec 12th, 2018 by Laurel White
Governor Walker Highlights Eight Years of Reform at the 8th Annual Governor’s Small Business Summit in Pewaukee
The summit brings together leaders from across Wisconsin to discuss the challenges faced by small businesses.
Dec 11th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Republicans’ Plan for Permanent Power
They began plotting last spring to retain power even if a Democrat won for governor.
Dec 11th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Lame Duck Law Adds Work For State Agencies
They must submit thousands of pages of “guidance documents” before public hearings on any changes in agency rules.
Dec 11th, 2018 by Rich Kremer
Lawmakers Change How WEDC Tracks Jobs
Less oversight of jobs for subsidies. And Foxconn liaison would no longer report to the governor.
Dec 10th, 2018 by Laurel White
Republican Power Grab Unprecedented
Legislators “don’t trust” newly elected governor, so they want to take away Evers’ power.
Dec 10th, 2018 by State Sen. Chris Larson
5 Reasons for Republican Power Play
One key reason: they see Tony Evers as weak.
Dec 10th, 2018 by Steven Walters
Rep. Greta Neubauer and WI Working Families Hold Town Hall Meeting in Speaker Rovin Vos’ District
Residents voiced concerns about extraordinary session; Vos’ work to subvert will of voters
Dec 8th, 2018 by Wisconsin Working Families Party
One More Tax Cut For The Wealthy
Legislature's lame duck session passed $60 million income tax cut, mostly benefits top 20%.
Dec 7th, 2018 by Tamarine Cornelius
Anti-Immigrant Policies Spread Fear, Experts Say
Speakers at UWM panel urge more information to combat ignorance about immigrants.
Dec 7th, 2018 by Analise Pruni
Governor Walker Orders Flags to Half-Staff Honoring Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, U.S. Navy Seaman 1st Class William Bruesewitz
Bruesewitz will be buried with full military honors in Arlington National Cemetery on Friday, December 7, 2018.
Dec 7th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Lame-Duck Bill Changes Highway Funding
Will avoid federal wage requirements; experts express concerns.
Dec 6th, 2018 by Rich Kremer
What Will Scott Walker’s Legacy Be?
Remembered for his accomplishments? Or his “poor loser” legislation?
Dec 6th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Governor Walker: What Will Your Message To Gov.-Elect Evers Be?
I call on you to veto any and all bills passed during our lame-duck session that will limit the powers of our newly elected Governor and Attorney General.
Dec 6th, 2018 by State Sen. Tim Carpenter
Lame Duck Laws All About Secrecy
Vos and Fitzgerald didn’t even attend the public hearing on their far-reaching legislation.
Dec 5th, 2018 by Dee J. Hall
The Republican War Against Democracy
Details in lame duck bills show disdain for democracy by Vos and Fitzgerald.
Dec 5th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Legislature Works Overnight To Curb Evers Power
Limits on early voting, constraints on Evers campaign promise on health care.
Dec 5th, 2018 by Shawn Johnson and Laurel White
Komatsu Deal Includes Commuter Rail Station
City would have option to buy site for Walker's Point station for a KRM line.
Dec 4th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Governor Walker Appoints Columbia County District Attorney
"Tristan Eagon is a respected community leader who has distinguished herself in her career as a state public defender and civil litigator."
Dec 4th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor-elect Tony Evers Calls on Governor Scott Walker to Withdraw Last-Minute Appointments
"These appointments should be fully vetted in the next legislative biennium."
Dec 4th, 2018 by Gov. Tony Evers
Governor Walker Appoints Burnett County District Attorney
"I am pleased to appoint Joe Schieffer as Burnett County district attorney."
Dec 4th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Bill Curbing Evers’ Power Moves to Legislature
All 12 Republicans on Joint Finance back plan to reduce governor’s power, restrict early voting.
Dec 4th, 2018 by Shawn Johnson and Laurel White
Evers Meets with Mayor, Common Council
Speech at City Hall indicates governor and city might finally be on the same page.
Dec 4th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Extraordinary Session Policy Items Flying Under the Radar
A lot of good but a few red flags
Dec 4th, 2018 by Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty
Foxconn Covets Intellectual Property Rights
Besides $4.1 billion subsidy, it seeks IP rights of students, faculty, other companies.
Dec 4th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Governor Walker Appoints Racine County Judge
"Martinez has established herself as a distinguished and respected attorney in Racine County for over 20 years."
Dec 4th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Power Tends to Corrupt, Absolute Power Corrupts Absolutely
"Republican leaders have tasted power, and it’s corrupted them through their core."
Dec 4th, 2018 by State Rep. Jimmy Anderson
