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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Governor Walker announces almost $16 million in awards for Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP)
"This program enhances public mobility, economic development and the overall quality of life for our citizens."
Sep 6th, 2018 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Gov. Scott Walker Kicks Off NFL Season Trying to Stoke Racial Division, Resentment
Scott Walker’s Record on Racial Justice Issues Nothing Less Than Deplorable
Sep 6th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Gov. Scott Walker’s Foxconn Effect Includes $56,000 in Taxpayer-Funded ‘Walker Air’ Fly Arounds
One $1,800 Fly Around Took Walker to Business That Donated $67,000 to His Campaigns, Got No-Bid Contract for Foxconn Work
Sep 6th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
100 Per-Child Tax Rebate Returned More Than $94 Million to Wisconsin’s Hardworking Families
"Surplus dollars belong to the taxpayers..."
Sep 6th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
The Huge Clout of Bradley Foundation
Milwaukee foundation gave $37 million last year to conservative groups, and many then spend to elect Republicans.
Sep 6th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Walker Cost State 80,000 Jobs
Jobs grew 33 percent less under him compared to other states, the data shows.
Sep 5th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Coalition Applauds Gov. Walker’s Suggestion to Rethink Highway Expansions
"Governor Walker is absolutely right: Spending billions on bigger, wider roads is not a smart use of taxpayer dollars."
Sep 5th, 2018 by Coalition for More Responsible Transportation
More Foxconn Bells and Whistles
They want a new venture fund and UW-Madison fund -- all subsidized by our taxes.
Sep 5th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Scott Walker Flew to Green Bay TV Market Six Straight Days Before Green Bay Area State Senate Special Election
Pattern of Scott Walker Using Public Resources for His Political Purposes
Sep 5th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
Governor Walker Celebrates the Opening of United Community Center Acosta Middle School’s New Facility
Commends school for focusing on high-demand fields: science-technology and skilled trades
Sep 5th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Announces $1.5 Million in TEACH Grants Awarded for Educational Technology Training
Awarded for Educational Technology Training Funds to enhance training for 196 rural school districts, 172 rural public libraries
Sep 4th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Catching Up on Summer’s Political News
Summer’s over. Election looming. What do you need to know?
Sep 4th, 2018 by Steven Walters
One Wisconsin Now Requests Ethics, Criminal Investigation of Gov. Scott Walker’s Use of State Airplane
No Gray Area Here: Walker Broke the Law When He Used State Plane to Film Campaign Ad
Sep 4th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
Dark Money Helped Kill Lead Paint Claims
State Republicans facing recalls got $750,000 in secret cash, wrote law to bar suits to benefit lead poisoned children.
Sep 3rd, 2018 by Pawan Naidu
Check Candidates’ Stance on Open Records
If they want your vote, shouldn’t they support transparency in government?
Sep 3rd, 2018 by Bill Lueders
The Wild Splendor of Our Rivers
How state streams like the Namekagon were saved. And how state Republican policies are hurting them.
Sep 2nd, 2018 by Spencer Black
On My Daughter’s First School Day
What will her school be like after years of funding cuts and teacher resignations under Walker?
Sep 1st, 2018 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Evers Wants to Replace State Jobs Agency
Head of agency and Walker campaign criticize Democrat’s plan.
Aug 31st, 2018 by Ximena Conde
Scott Walker Charged Taxpayers $2,017 for Using State Plane to Fly to Film Campaign Commercial
New Records Show Blatant Misuse and Abuse of Tax Dollars as Career Politician Scott Walker Desperately Campaigns for Re-Election
Aug 31st, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
Walker and Pence: Talkin’ Trump on the Tarmac?
Walker has yet to forcefully speak out against the harmful policies coming out of D.C. from the Trump administration.
Aug 30th, 2018 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Why Wisconsin Resists Clean Energy
State lags the Midwest in renewable energy, yet suddenly making great progress.
Aug 30th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Legislation Moved Quickly Under Walker
Much quicker passage, less public input, in first legislative session under Walker, analysis finds.
Aug 30th, 2018 by Teodor Teofilov
Governor Walker Declares Statewide State of Emergency
"We are ready to provide any tools and resources necessary to impacted communities."
Aug 29th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Boss Vos Paying Caucus Member Kerkman for Side Businesses the Last Five Years
Unpublicized Arrangement Raises Enormous Red Flags
Aug 29th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
Foxconn Bonus Continues: New $100 Million Wisconn Valley Venture Fund Created to Drive Innovation in Wisconsin
Advocate Aurora Health, Foxconn, Johnson Controls, Northwestern Mutual partner to advance innovative technology through $100 million venture capital fund
Aug 28th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Roads Spending Way Down, Debt Way Up
New state report shows roads funding down 28%, yet debt service doubling under Walker.
Aug 28th, 2018 by George Mitchell
Gov. Scott Walker Has Another Foxconn Fueled Campaign Announcement
Records Show Walker Has Spent $33,000 Using the State Plane for Foxconn-Related Flying Days
Aug 28th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
Why Walker Must Go Negative
Governor is so unpopular he must bludgeon his opponent or change his identity. Or both.
Aug 28th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Governor Walker Joins Green Bay Packaging for Groundbreaking Ceremony on $500 Million Expansion
New paper mill expected to create at least 200 jobs statewide and maintain more than 1,400
Aug 28th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
On Time and On Budget: Governor Walker Announces the Completion of the Zoo Interchange Core
New $300 million interchange designed to last for 75 years
Aug 27th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
6 Senate Races Will Decide Party Control
Stakes are high, including control over 2020 redistricting.
Aug 27th, 2018 by Steven Walters
3M Gives Donations, Pays No Fines
Company gave donations to Walker and others, pays no fines for environmental violations.
Aug 27th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Scott Walker’s mismanagement drove up cost of Zoo Interchange construction
Walker promised it would be completed in 2019, but that deadline will be missed following numerous delays.
Aug 27th, 2018 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
5 Questions Scott Walker Must Answer on Foxconn’s Broken Promises
Here are just a few of the questions Walker should immediately answer
Aug 27th, 2018 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Bucks Honor Herb Kohl at Arena Opening
Senator Kohl owned team from 1985-2014, made sure NBA franchise stayed in Milwaukee.
Aug 26th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Bucks Open Fiserv Forum
"The most forward-thinking, 21st-century building," says Bucks president Peter Feigin.
Aug 26th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Governor Walker Celebrates Grand Opening of the Fiserv Forum
3-to-1 return on investment for the State of Wisconsin
Aug 26th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
The Attack on Affordable Care
Walker, Schimel, Johnson would kill program; 2.4 million Wisconsinites with pre-existing conditions could lose insurance.
Aug 26th, 2018 by Steve Ohly
Governor Walker Orders Flags to Half-Staff Honoring U.S. Senator John McCain
"John McCain was an American hero who selflessly served his country."
Aug 25th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
DNR Wastewater Permit Backlog Still a Problem
One year after critical audit DNR still slow to review potential municipal, industrial and agricultural pollution.
Aug 24th, 2018 by Rich Kremer
Walker Put Veterans at the Mercy of the Domestic War Profiteer For-Profit ‘College’ Cartel
‘Our Veterans Protected This Nation, Scott Walker Protects the Industry That Preys on Our Veterans.’
Aug 24th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
Meeting Addresses Swing Park Homicides
Mayor, police, city officials, residents have a solution-oriented meeting short on anger.
Aug 23rd, 2018 by Michael Horne
Walker’s Air Travel Abuses Taxpayers
Governor bills taxpayers for 869 flights, many blatantly political, some as short as 24 miles.
Aug 23rd, 2018 by Louise Lyall and Savion Castro
Foxconn Moves the Goalposts…Again. Walker Says Nothing…Again
Foxconn Executive: “A lot of the plans that we put together have been modified, updated, and some of those we don’t actually know whether they are true anymore.”
Aug 23rd, 2018 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
WILL Hires Lucas Vebber as Deputy Counsel
Before joining WILL, Lucas served as General Counsel and Director of Environmental and Energy Policy at Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce.
Aug 23rd, 2018 by Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty
Walker, Evers Tied in Governor’s Race
And Vukmir just behind Baldwin in race for Senator, as challengers gain momentum.
Aug 23rd, 2018 by Laurel White
Foxconn’s Story Changes. Yet Again.
Nearly all the manufacturing will be done by robots, company says.
Aug 23rd, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
New Marquette Law School Poll finds tight races for Wisconsin Governor, U.S. Senate seat
Jobs, schools, health coverage are most important issues to state voters
Aug 22nd, 2018 by Marquette University
Must Democrats Have a Unified Message?
So claims a NYT story. But the party generally fares better by allowing differing views.
Aug 22nd, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Please Rescind Walker’s Open Records Award
Letter to state Freedom of Information Council cites governor’s poor record on “Openess."
Aug 22nd, 2018 by Arn Pearson, Matt Rothschild and Scot Ross
Governor Walker Celebrates Broadband Growth in Wisconsin
Participates in Wisconsin Independent Network’s Ribbon Cutting
Aug 22nd, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Calls on Department of Transportation to Evaluate Expanding the Interstate 41 Corridor in the Fox Valley
"...I am calling on the Department of Transportation to evaluate expanding the Interstate 41 section between Appleton and DePere."
Aug 22nd, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Second Walker Official Opposes Him
Ex-Director of Financial Institutions say he was pushed to meet with lobbyists, avoid public records.
Aug 21st, 2018 by Laurel White
Scott Walker Spent at Least $65,000 on Planes for His Closed to the Public ‘Town Halls’
One Wisconsin Now Responds to Gov. Scott Walker’s Facebook Tantrum
Aug 21st, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
DPW Reality Check on AFP’s Intentionally Misleading Ad
Evers proposed $1.1 billion more than Walker according to updated reporting by Wisconsin State Journ
Aug 21st, 2018 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Senator Taylor Responds to Governor’s Exorbitant Use of Taxpayer Money
"Seriously, it doesn’t get more hypocritical than this."
Aug 20th, 2018 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Scott Walker Air: One Wisconsin Now Investigation Reveals Gov. Walker’s Serial Use and Abuse of Taxpayer Resources
Governor Racks Up Over $818,000 in Air Travel in State Plane to Rehabilitate Political Image, Ferry Him for Personal Events Since Ending Presidential Campaign
Aug 20th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
Poll Has Evers 5 Points Up On Walker
Poll taken two days after election. Walker spokesman says they expect “tough canpaign.”
Aug 18th, 2018 by Laurel White
ICYMI: New Poll Shows Tony Evers Up 5 Over Scott Walker
The same poll also found that more Wisconsin voters disapprove of Walker’s job performance than approve.
Aug 17th, 2018 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Governor Walker Visits Foxconn Construction Site to Discuss New Opportunities for Wisconsin Workers
"Opportunities are available for Wisconsinites from all over the state, with any experience level, to take advantage of Foxconn’s historic investment/"
Aug 17th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Breaking: Washington Post Adds Wisconsin to List of Governor Seats Most Likely to Flip in November
This latest ranking changes comes just one day after Sabato’s Crystal Ball changed the race’s rating from “Leans Republican” to “Toss Up.”
Aug 17th, 2018 by Gov. Tony Evers
Hagedorn Will Run for Supreme Court
Former attorney for Walker wants seat held by retiring justice Shirley Abrahamson
Aug 17th, 2018 by Laurel White
Governor Scott Walker Announces Appointments to the Council on Tourism
"Tourism in Wisconsin is booming because we have family fun in every corner of the state and because of the great people who work hard to promote our state."
Aug 17th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Appoints Andrew Jones to Serve on the Milwaukee County Circuit Court
Andrew Jones is a partner in the Milwaukee office of Husch Blackwell LLP.
Aug 16th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
JULY JOBS: Wisconsin Adds 9,100 Private Sector Jobs, Unemployment Remains Below 3.0% for a Record Six Straight Months
Wisconsin added 9,100 private-sector jobs from June 2018 to July 2018, and 2,500 manufacturing jobs.
Aug 16th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Election Had Big Democratic Turnout
100,000 more people voted in Democratic primary despite massive Republican spending on Senate race.
Aug 16th, 2018 by Shawn Johnson
Time’s Up, Scott Walker
Progressives Promote Positive Economic Agenda While Career Politician Walker Hasn’t Helped Families With Student Loan Debt, High Costs of Child Care
Aug 16th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
Are Journalists Your Enemy?
29% of Americans say yes, many support shutting down free press. Disagree? You can help.
Aug 16th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Oshkosh Corporation’s New 190,000-Square-Foot Global Headquarters, Expansion of its Defense Business Receive Support from WEDC, WisDOT
Tax credits, grant will aid company as it builds a new global headquarters that will house up to 650 employees
Aug 16th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Six Wealthy Donors Give GOP $255,000
In just two weeks, given to state Republican Party, all but one donor from outside state.
Aug 16th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Governor Walker Announces the Toro Company Expanding in Tomah, Creating 35 New Jobs
Worldwide leader in outdoor maintenance equipment increasing capacity in Monroe County
Aug 16th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Judge Brian Hagedorn Announces Candidacy for the Wisconsin Supreme Court
"I pledge to you that I will apply the law fairly to everyone."
Aug 16th, 2018 by Brian Hagedorn
Evers Could Benefit From Walker Fatigue
There is exhaustion with Walker’s ambition and relentless negative campaigns.
Aug 15th, 2018 by Bill Kaplan
Why Republicans Lack Health Coverage
Trump’s attack on Affordable Care Act mostly hurts Republicans, the data shows.
Aug 15th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
All the Election Data You Want
It was one for the history books, with many surprising results and newcomers.
Aug 15th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
23 Election Winners and Losers
Beyond the vote totals, who were the other winners and losers in yesterday’s election?
Aug 15th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Tony Evers Wins Over Crowded Field
State Superintendent wins easily, Mitchell takes second.
Aug 15th, 2018 by WPR Staff
State Shifts Cost For New Bridges
Walker administration policy means counties pay entire bill if bridge built to accommodate traffic growth.
Aug 14th, 2018 by Rich Kremer
Guide to Republican Candidates
Republican U.S. Senate duel leads the way on Tuesday's ballot.
Aug 13th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Candidates for Common Council
Six candidates for 5th District in only primary contest.
Aug 13th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Democratic Candidate Guide
Packed Democratic gubernatorial race and county sheriff contest are top items on Tuesday's ballot.
Aug 13th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Democratic leaders blast Brad Schimel for putting politics before kids’ safety
"If Brad Schimel truly had wanted to keep our kids and our classrooms safe, these funds would have been distributed months ago"
Aug 13th, 2018 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Unions Go Big for Mahlon Mitchell
No candidate got more from outside groups, who spent $412,300 on Democratic candidate for governor.
Aug 13th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Answer the Question, Scott Walker
Yes or No, Do You Support Donald Trump’s Call for Boycott of Harley-Davidson?
Aug 13th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
Governor Walker Orders Flags to Half-Staff Honoring Army Sgt. 1st Class R. Lloyd Ketchum
Ketchum will be laid to rest on Tuesday, August 14, 2018 in Superior.
Aug 13th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Godleweski Is Best Choice for State Treasurer
Candidate who helped save the office is best qualified to make it a check on the governor.
Aug 13th, 2018 by Becca Segal
Wall Blasts Walker, Schimel on Youth Prison
Former corrections secretary says governor, AG ignored Lincoln Hills abuses for political reasons.
Aug 13th, 2018 by Laurel White
Governor Walker Announces Federal Disaster Declaration for June Flooding in Northwestern Wisconsin
Heavy rains caused flash flooding and several rivers to rise to major flood stage.
Aug 10th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Roys Endorsed by Elected Officials across Southeastern Wisconsin
"I’m thrilled to have earned the endorsements of so many local elected officials throughout our great state."
Aug 10th, 2018 by State Sen. Kelda Roys
‘The Only Thing Scott Walker Cares About Keeping Safe is His Own Job’
Bombshell Book From Former Head of State Corrections Department Reveals Walker Put Political Ambitions Before Protecting Public Safety
Aug 10th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
Roys Endorsed by Elected Officials from Northern and Northwestern Wisconsin
“I’m honored to have earned the support of so many well-respected elected officials, from Superior to Beloit.”
Aug 10th, 2018 by State Sen. Kelda Roys
Private School Voucher Backers Top $7.5 Million in Donations to Wisconsin Politicians
Pro Private School Voucher Gov. Walker Snags More Than 1 in 4 Dollars Donated Since 2008
Aug 10th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
Democrats Make Closing Arguments
Lively gubernatorial debate covered topics from Gov. Walker's worst action to cutting the state's prison population.
Aug 9th, 2018 by Shawn Johnson
GOP is biggest barrier to school success
Local taxpayers forced to make up for Republican cuts to education
Aug 9th, 2018 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Vipond Campaign: Why is Sensenbrenner MIA from broadcast media interviews?
Dr. Vipond: Where’s Sensenbrenner when Walker, Grothman, Steil making media rounds
Aug 9th, 2018 by Dr. Jennifer Hoppe Vipond
Scott Walker, Wisconsin’s Incarceration Governor
"As an elected official you don’t get to pick and choose which constituents you care about and which you don’t."
Aug 8th, 2018 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
The Trouble with Freedom Indices
Assumption that government spending reduces freedom limits the ability to assess government programs.
Aug 8th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Scott Walker Accidentally Reveals the Truth With Press Conference on Public Safety
‘The Only Thing 25-Year Politician Scott Walker Cares About Keeping Safe is His Own Job’
Aug 8th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
Mitchell Slams Walker on Desperate Press Conference
"Walker continues to pay us lip service with hollow political stunts instead of actually governing."
Aug 7th, 2018 by Mahlon Mitchell
Scott Walker Cannot Defend His Racist Corrections Disaster
‘On Corrections, Walker Always Makes the Wrong Decision and Always for the Wrong Reason’
Aug 7th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
