Scott Walker

Why Republicans Lie About Health Care

The reality is they can’t create an alternative way to cover pre-existing conditions.

Walker, Evers Take Different Routes on Roads

Evers says roads “are crumbling,” Walker says Evers will hike gas tax.

Pet Food Company Stella & Chewy’s Expands Operations in Milwaukee County

$30 million expansion project will create 82 jobs in Oak Creek

Governor Walker proclaims Nov. 5-11 as Startup Wisconsin Week

Second annual initiative includes 150+ events in 12 cities to assist startups, promote entrepreneurship

Governor Walker: Foxconn’s Ripple Effect Continues to Grow with iMET Center Expansion

Governor Walker joins Foxconn and Gateway Technical College for the iMET Center expansion groundbreaking

For Some Wisconsin Voters, Road Quality is a Major Concern

People all over state worry about transportation infrastructure

Three Months and Four Days Later, Still No Reimbursement or Remorse From Scott Walker for Illegal Usage of State Plane

‘Governors Can’t Use Public Resources to Benefit Themselves or Their Campaigns’

Governor’s Race Enters Wishlist Phase

Walker and Evers promise increased spending for roads and schools, but haven’t said how to pay for them.

Walker, Evers Talk Taxes, Health Care, Immigration At First Debate

Gubernatorial candidates also discuss criticism from former Walker cabinet secretaries; charges of plagiarism at Wisconsin's DPI.

Former Walker Secretary: Scott Walker Tried to Punt Blame on Broken Job Promises

"I hope you understand that I cannot be accountable for the job numbers," Walker said, according to Jardin

Walker, Evers On Wisconsin’s Drinking Water Woes

Evers says lack of local input and DNR scientists are root cause of drinking water problems

Gubernatorial Debate Question: Will Scott Walker Fly There?

Traffic Can Be Tough on the Beltline...

Nominations Are Now Open for 2018 Governor’s Financial Literacy Award

Nominations will be accepted through November 30, 2018.

Governor Walker Announces No-Interest Loans Now Available for South-Central Wisconsin Business Owners Affected by Flooding

WEDC awards $755,000 grant for loan program to assist small businesses in paying for restoration and related costs

Wisconsin Sees Unemployment at or Below 3% for a Record Eight Straight Months

"We are moving Wisconsin forward."

Groups Behind the ‘Blue Wave’ Urge Voters to Make Their Voices Heard

Election is Opportunity to Speak Out Against Racism, Sexism, Xenophobia and Indifference to Gun Violence From Scott Walker, Donald Trump and GOP

Council Passes Complete Streets Policy

Streets for all, not just cars, is now the law of the land.

Schimel Versus Kaul Part 3

In their third debate AG candidates disagree on nearly everything. Again.

Desperate Scott Walker Campaign Criticizes Tony Evers for Supporting a Bigger Tax Break and Better Plan for Student Loan Borrowers

‘We All Know Scott Walker is Willing to Do or Say Anything to Try to Win, But This Takes the Cake’

Fitzgerald Downplays Pre-Existing Conditions Issue

Republican Senate leader says he lacks votes to pass bill, then says it could pass “in the future.”

20 Days Out: Walker Campaign and GOP Flailing With Health Care as Top Issue in the Race

Scott Walker Had a BAAAAAD Day on Health Care Yesterday

October Surprise for Walker, Trump?

Trade war, declining market, junk health insurance may stick to both candidates.

Walker Mum About Medicaid Changes

He was going to get tough on Medicaid recipients, now runs away from the issue.

Walker Campaigns With Tommy Thompson

Campaigning in Green Bay, Milwaukee, Walker hits Evers for proposing “tax increase.”

NRA Has Spent $4.33 for Every K-12 Student in Wisconsin to Buy Scott Walker

No Group Has Been a Bigger Obstacle to Reform Than the NRA and No Politician Has Gotten More of Their Money Than Scott Walker

Evers Hits Walker on Pre-Existing Conditions

Governor's record shows he won’t require insurers to cover pre-existing conditions, Evers charges.

Governor Walker Proposes 58 Percent State Funding Level for Wisconsin Town Roads

Governor Walker Proposes 58 Percent State Funding Level for Wisconsin Town Roads Proposal would surpass the previous state record set by Governor Walker for General Transportation Aid funding allocated to towns in 2018

State Patrol recognizes officers for heroism and commendable service

Medicare For All Becomes Hot Issue

Many Democrats, including Tammy Baldwin, embrace it, as Republicans condemn it.

GOP Donor Gets No Fine for Polluting

No fine from DNR, citing “emergency" for sand mine owner Hi-Crush Proppants, a $340,000 donor.

AFP-WI Lauds Walker Plan to Grow Workforce and Reform Criminal Justice System

"We thank Gov. Walker and Lt. Gov. Kleefisch for addressing critical criminal justice reform priorities."

Democrats Need Bread-And-Butter Issues

Republicans won’t protect workers pensions and health care, Democrats will.

Scott Walker Misleading Voters With Health Care Cost Reduction Claims

Walker’s election year plan impacts a tiny fraction of health consumers, is dwarfed by premium reductions in neighboring Minnesota, and does not make up for cost of his sabotage

Growing Our Workforce: Governor Walker Announces Plan to Expand Worker Training within Wisconsin’s Correctional Institutions

"Our plan will give inmates concrete skills they can use to become productive members of society once they are released."

Pence Touts Walker, Foxconn

Campaigning in Green Bay, Eau Claire, vice-president lauds Foxconn deal.

Milwaukee County on a Crash Course

Without more funding of programs it runs for the state, county will soon face fiscal ruin.

Baldwin, Walker Lead in Latest MU Poll

Baldwin up 10% over Vukmir, Walker up by just 1% over Evers.

Lowering the Cost of Health Care: 2019 Individual Health Insurance Rates to Drop by an Average 4.2 Percent Thanks to Governor Walker’s Health Care Stability Plan

Individual premiums expected to drop $992.28 on average compared to without Gov. Walker’s actions

Governor Walker Issues Executive Order Relating to Hurricane Michael

"Wisconsin stands ready to help those affected by Hurricane Michael."

Republicans Have 4-1 Spending Edge

Outside groups supporting GOP have spent $11 million, vs $2.5 million for Democratic candidates.

New Marquette Law School Poll finds tight race for Wisconsin governor, Baldwin leading in Senate contest

Wisconsin voters weigh in on Kavanaugh confirmation, Mueller investigation

The Incoherence of Scott Walker

His suddenly changing policies make for a confused campaign.

#HopeActLiveWI: Wisconsin Awarded Nearly $3 Million to Combat Opioid Epidemic

DHS to distribute $1 million to local partners for local community projects

Don’t Kill Business Tax Credit, Walker Warns

Evers would end it. Most of money went to wealthiest 12% of state residents.

The Harambee Revival Continues

Historic renovations of the underutilized Nunn Bush Shoe Factory and vacant former Fifth Street School are a dream come true for seniors, veterans, jobs seekers… and the late Welford Sanders. Presenters and guests include City of Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett, the family of Welford Sanders, community members and project partners.

Local Leaders Demand Big Store Tax Reform

18 municipal leaders say big box tax loopholes costly, push legislators to change law.

25 UW Campuses Strapped for Funds

UW-Madison doing fine but other 25 campuses, including Milwaukee, have taken big hits to funding.

Governor Walker Highlights State’s Growing Economy and the Continued Commitment from Wisconsin Businesses

"We’re seeing the best overall economic performance in Wisconsin in a generation."

Schimel Suit Cost Workers $23 Million

Suit he joined stopped 165,000 Wisconsin workers from getting overtime pay.

Governor Walker Orders Flags to Half-Staff for Wisconsin Firefighters Memorial Day

"This year we lost three brave firefighters in the line of duty, Cory Barr, Richard Garner Jr., and Philip Neubich Sr."

How Thompson Grew State Prisons

Number of prisoners rose from 4,867 to 20,536 under Gov. Thompson. Now he wants reform.

Tony Evers Launches Conservationists for Tony

"I’m excited and honored to be endorsed by bipartisan conservation leaders from across Wisconsin who understand how important protecting our natural resources is to our future."

Governor Walker Celebrates Manufacturing Day at Automation Components in Middleton

"Wisconsin is a top 10 state for manufacturing jobs since we took office, and it’s because of great companies like Automation Components."

Property Taxes Increase Under Walker

GOP tax shift continues to hurt Wisconsin schools and homeowners

Governor Walker Requests Federal Disaster Aid for 18 Wisconsin Counties Following Severe Storms and Flooding in August and September

"It is essential that the federal government provide needed assistance."

Total Administrative Services Corp. Expands Operations in Madison

Expansion at company’s headquarters to create 80 jobs

Both Parties See November Assembly Win

Vos and Hintz both talk about their plans should they run Assembly after election.

Lavelle Industries Expanding Operations in Burlington, Whitewater

$14 million capital investment expected to create 70 jobs

Candidates Debate Foxconn-Style Subsidies

Walker has embraced huge subsidies he now wants for Kimberly Clark. Evers questions approach.

The Curious Campaign of Leah Vukmir

Her campaign seems to ignore poll data showing most disagree with her stands.

Governor Walker Participates in Groundbreaking Ceremony for Klement’s Sausage Company’s $7.5 Million Expansion

"This expansion is outstanding news, and we look forward to Klement’s continued investment in Wisconsin."

Committee Okays Complete Streets Policy

Proposal on street design places pedestrians and cyclists on same level as motorists

Voter ID Lowered Turnout, Studies Show

Wisconsin, other states had lower turnout, especially by minority and college-age voters.

Donald Trump Attacks Victim of Sexual Assault, Again. Scott Walker and Brad Schimel Silent, Again.

Top Republicans Choice: Denounce Appalling Behavior of Perpetuate Injustice With Silence

Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin Helps Scott Walker Solve Legal Mystery

Apparently, Scott Walker forgot that HE is the “something” that could strip protections for his constituents with pre-existing conditions.

Scott Walker, GOP Seek Lame Duck Session to Send $100 Million to Corporation That’s Had $1 in Net State Tax Since 2013

Republicans Seek to Deny Giving Voters Voice on Latest Corporate Welfare Scheme

Governor Walker Releases Statement on Kimberly-Clark

"My message to Kimberly-Clark employees is simple: we are fighting for you. We are working together to keep your jobs in Wisconsin."

State Politicians Split on Kavanaugh

Vukmir disagrees with Baldwin, Evers; Walker equivocates on Supreme Court nominee.

Governor Walker Joins Ariens Company to Commemorate the Production of its 4,000,000th Sno-Thro Snow Blower

Gov. Walker proclaims October "Manufacturing Month" throughout Wisconsin

Desperate Walker Wants to Hand Out More Election Year Corporate Welfare

Working Families Shouldn’t Have to Pay for Corporate Subsidies

The Rise of Absentee Ballots

Just 12% of all ballots in 2004, could hit 33% in 2020.

“This is a Big Win for Wisconsin’s Dairy Farmers”

Gov. Walker releases statement on the United States-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement

Governor Walker Appoints Jon Fredrickson to Serve as Racine County Circuit Court Judge

"Jon Fredrickson has established himself as a distinguished and respected attorney in southeastern Wisconsin for nearly 20 years."

Governor Walker Highlights Youth, Registered Apprenticeship Programs at Event with Milwaukee Public Schools, Harley-Davidson

"By continuing to expand our Youth Apprenticeship program, we are creating pathways to meaningful careers for high school students across Wisconsin."

Obamacare Critics Offer Weak Alternatives

Bill supported by Gov. Walker won’t effectively cover pre-existing conditions.

Evers Raised $1.9 Million in August

More than one-third of money came from unions.

Governor Walker Announces $1 Million in New Flood Relief Assistance for Counties Impacted by Severe Flooding

"This summer’s severe rainfall and flooding affected people in local communities across the state."

Making Insurance Fake Again

Trump and Walker plans let health insurers end coverage of pre-existing conditions, sell junk policies.

The Courage of Dr. Ford a Powerful Contrast With the Cowardice of Scott Walker

‘There’s No Excuse for Walker Refusing to Show Leadership, But There is an Explanation’

City Lands $285 Million Industrial Campus

Komatsu Mining will move its West Milwaukee mining equipment campus to Harbor District.

Evers Wants Tax Cut for Needy Families

Cites data showing 40% of state’s families struggle to pay for basic needs.

Kleefisch Campaign Gives Walker $1 Million

While Barnes campaign gives just $20,000 to Evers campaign.

Komatsu Mining Corp. to Build $285 Million Headquarters and Manufacturing Facility in Milwaukee

Governor Walker joins company officials in announcing plans for 2.5-million-square foot campus in Milwaukee Harbor District

Does Manufacturing Tax Credit Matter?

Evers would scrap tax break passed by Walker and Republicans. Will that help or hurt?

How Walker Cost Taxpayers $2.6 Billion

The 7 biggest financial failures by a not-so-fiscally conservative governor.

GOP Outside Groups Far Outspend Dems

Through August, $4.9 million spent on state’s Republican candidates versus $1.1 million for Democrats.

Scott Walker Silent on Tweets from Republican Party Mocking Sexual Assault

Walker continues to look the other way as Senate Republicans seek to elevate alleged sexual assaulter to nation's highest bench

Governor Walker Announces Section of I-39/90 to Be Completed One Year Ahead of Schedule

Efficiencies allow section north of Janesville to Edgerton to be completed early in 2020

Do Walker, Evers Campaign on State Time?

Elected officials have looser rules for how much time they can take away from the job.

Governor Walker Proposes Highest State Funding Level Ever for County Roads

The increase would bring state support to the highest level ever since county GTAs were created in 1994

Governor Walker Highlights Wisconsin’s Strong Economy at the Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce Executives Annual Conference

"With our unemployment rate at or below 3% for seven consecutive months, it’s clear our state is moving forward..."

The 8 Lessons of Foxconn

Political leaders looking for what not to do could learn so much from Foxconn deal.

Wisconsin Budget Shock

$3.5 Billion Republican budget deficit on the rise

Governor Walker Participates in Groundbreaking Ceremony at Russ Darrow Dealerships in Milwaukee

The new dealerships represent at least $12 million investment set to create 20 jobs

Governor Walker Highlights Wisconsin’s Strong Economy at the Independent Business Association of Wisconsin’s 2018 Manufacturing Summit

Wisconsin is top 10 in the U.S.A. for manufacturing jobs since Governor Walker took office

Governor Walker Awards $7 Million in Broadband Expansion Grants

Preliminary grants have been awarded to serve 1,100 businesses and 14,000 homes

Senator Chris Larson: Statement on the State of Education in Wisconsin

Over the Lost Walker Decade, Wisconsin has seen $1 billion cut from our neighborhood public schools, of which $183 million still remains unrestored.

The Best Governor Money Can Buy

Just about every Walker policy was bought by special interests.

The Impact of Republican Tax Cuts

It relies on supply side economics. So how well is that working?

Big Walker Donor Gets $250,000 Grant

Badger Meter donates $26,000 to governor, gets big state grant from WEDC.