Scott Walker

Midwest Paper Group Committed to Hiring Up to 321 Jobs, $30 Million Investment to Reconfigure the Former Appleton Coated Paper Mill in Outagamie CountyGovernor Walker announces $1.8 million in state tax credits to support job creation in the Fox Valley

Governor Walker announces $1.8 million in state tax credits to support job creation in the Fox Valley

ACLU Increases Its Impact

More political activism and big boost in membership gives liberal group more clout.

The Impact of Medicare and Medicaid

Countless millions have benefitted. But Republicans want to slash the benefits.

DPW Response to Walker Reinsurance Program

"Scott Walker claims premiums are going down but they are rising by $1400."

Roys Condemns Walker’s Attacks on Health Insurance

MADISON, WI — Kelda Roys issued a strong rebuke in response to Walker’s latest attempt to distract from his abysmal record on healthcare. “Wisconsinites remember Scott Walker‘s attacks on our healthcare,” said Roys. “At the same time Walker announced this plan, he signed off on a lawsuit to destroy the Affordable Care Act. If Walker got his way, tens of thousands of Wisconsinites could have lost the insurance they rely on.” Wisconsin has recently seen spikes in our insurance costs, largely due to President Donald Trump’s attacks on healthcare marketplaces. Walker’s own deputy insurance commissioner said that “a major reason for the stiff hikes is that President Donald Trump’s administration hasn’t said if it will continue certain payments to insurers.” “If Scott Walker cared about affordable healthcare for Wisconsin families, he would have the courage to stand up to President Trump and demand he stop playing games with our healthcare,” Roys added. “Unfortunately, Walker has put his political ambition first, and Wisconsinites across the state are paying the price. As governor, I’ll always stand up to Donald Trump’s attacks on the people of Wisconsin.” As governor, Roys has pledged to make BadgerCare a public option that anyone can buy into, which will lower the cost of insurance and increase coverage. Roys has also released a plan to combat the alarming increase in the price of prescription medication. Kelda for Governor

Governor Walker and First Lady Tonette Walker Host 26th Annual Gift of Life Medal Ceremony

600 lives saved by organ donations in 2017

Vukmir, Nicholson Debate, Both Back Trump

Neither criticized anything president has done, no major disagreements between candidates.

Both Parties Weak on Clergy Sex Abuse

Yes, Matt Flynn has a bad record on the issue but so does Sen. Ron Johnson.

Republican Challenger Robert Meyer Forced Scott Walker into a Primary with $10 in Outside Campaign Contributions

"My supporters worked extremely hard to get me on the ballot."

DPW Response to NBC-Marist Polling on Scott Walker

"This latest poll demonstrates that Wisconsin voters are ready for a change after eight long years of Scott Walker."

Say No to Kimberly-Clark Subsidy

They’re awash in profits from federal tax cuts and worker givebacks. Now they want more from state taxpayers?

Foxconn Bid Winners Donate $68,000 to Walker

One-third of three dozen companies winning contracts give to Walker’s campaign.

Governor Walker Orders Flags to Half-Staff Honoring the Life of Milwaukee Police Department Officer Michael Michalski

"Our hearts go out to his family and the entire Milwaukee Police Department family."

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Requests Federal Disaster Declaration for Wisconsin Communities Damaged by Flooding

Senator Baldwin toured flood damage in June and requested federal assistance for impacted Wisconsin counties

Roys Releases Video Outlining Benefits to Legalizing Cannabis in Wisconsin

Roys’ video tells the story of a man, Heath Rush, who became addicted to opioids while experiencing back pain due to injury.

Foxconn Plays Politics for Walker?

Company's iffy "innovation centers" in Eau Claire, Green Bay could help reelect governor.

Scott Walker doubles down on support for extremist Supreme Court pick

Kavanaugh was selected by President Trump because he would be in favor of overturning Roe v. Wade.

Kimberly-Clark Will Consider State Subsidy

Open to state incentives, the company says, now that union has agreed to concessions.

WMC Loves Republican Governors Group

State’s big business group gives most of the $1.9 million from state donors to GOP campaign group.

School Safety Grant Program Avoids Larger Issues of Gun Violence

"Trying to solve gun violence while pushing the gun industries priorities is like trying to put out a fire with a flamethrower."

More Donors to Gov. Scott Walker’s Campaign Get Foxconn Contracts

‘Those Who Give Keep Getting’ As Total of Donations to Scott Walker From Businesses Snagging Contracts Surpasses $582,000

Governor Walker Releases Statement on Kimberly-Clark, United Steelworkers Agreement

"The agreement reached between Kimberly-Clark and the United Steelworkers is outstanding news..."

The Anti-Union Governor

Scott Walker may be the nation’s leading union killer. What’s the impact on Wisconsin?

Is Walker a Russian Dupe?

Did he get Russian donations that were funneled through NRA?

Worst Governor on Public Education Hosts Worst Secretary of Department of Education

No One Has Done More to Undermine Public Education Than Scott Walker; Betsy DeVos Has Helped to Underwrite It

State Treasurer Race Heating Up

Suddenly voters care. Unusual interest and cash in the campaign.

Liberal Groups Won’t Endorse For Governor

None of four Democratic finalists got more than one-third of online vote.

Roys Endorsed by Philanthropist Lynde Uihlein

"I’m thrilled to have Lynde’s support."

Both Parties Ducking Major Issues

But what will Trump’s impact be on state’s November election?

Governor Walker Declares State of Emergency for Sun Prairie and Dane County

"My thoughts and prayers continue with the people of Sun Prairie."

Gov. Scott Walker Political Operation Snagged $250,000 Check Mere Days After Meeting With Accused Russian Spy

‘Sure looks like Scott Walker's Non-Meeting Meant Something to Somebody’

Kelda Roys Wins Endorsement of Feminist Majority PAC

"I’m grateful to Feminist Majority PAC for their support."

Governor Walker Statement on the Passing of Former State Senate President Mike Ellis

"Tonette and I are saddened to hear of the passing of Senator Mike Ellis."

Poll Good News for Evers, Vukmir

Evers lead widens in gubernatorial primary, Vukmir nudges ahead of Nicholson.

Voters Unhappy About Tariffs, State Roads

Marquette poll shows low support for Trump tariffs and outstate concern about roads.

June Jobs Report: 5th Consecutive Month of Unemployment Under 3 Percent, New Record Highs Set for Employment, Labor Force

5,500 private sector jobs created in June

Mayor Tom Barrett Announces Willie Wade as President and CEO of Employ Milwaukee

"Willie Wade’s passionate leadership and commitment to connecting people to lifelong employment is unparalleled."

Who Will Win Democratic Primary?

Eight challengers for governor, primary just weeks away, who are the favorites?

Kelda Roys Endorsed by Senator Kirsten Gillibrand

"I'm tremendously honored to be endorsed by Senator Gillibrand."

Roys Leads Democrats in Money Raised

Also leads seven other Democratic candidates for governor in cash on hand.

What’s Walker Hiding?

Scott Walker can’t seem to get his facts straight about Russian agent; Washington Post contradicts Walker spokesman's story

New Marquette Law School Poll finds roughly one in three Wisconsin voters still undecided one month before primaries

Voters split along partisan lines on Supreme Court nominee, other national and state issues

Russian Operative Highlights Walker’s NRA Ties

Gun lobby has given Walker $3.5 million; he’s rewarded them with pro-gun legislation.

Why Roys Is Wrong On School Choice

And what this may say about the Democratic Party.

Déjà Vu All Over Again: Gov. Tommy Thompson Condemns Out-of-State Special Interests In U.S. Senate Race

Gov. Tommy Thompson overcame millions of dollars of spending from the Club for Growth in 2012 on his way to winning the Republican nomination.

Governor Walker Administration Awards More Than $26 Million for Lead Service Line Replacement in 42 Wisconsin Communities

"The health and well-being of our citizens is a top priority."

Scott Walker’s Real Record for People With Disabilities

"Scott Walker refuses to raise the sub-minimum wage, which allows businesses to pay people with disabilities as little as 10 cents an hour because we are exempt from the minimum wage."

Walker Gets Donation From Tainted Texas Firm

Accepts $2,700 from Texas company advising state investment board; donation violates SEC rules.

Foxconn Deal Allows Low-Ball Wages

Documents show state will allow 93 percent of workers to earn less than $15 hour.

Walker Met With Accused Russian Agent

Maria Butina, charged by federal prosecutors, posed for photo with Walker during his run for president.

Mahlon Mitchell Posts Strongest Fundraising of All Democrats in Race to Replace Scott Walker

Campaign finance reports filed yesterday reveal Mitchell’s campaign raised $526,000 from January 1 through June 30 of this year .

Roys Leads in Cash on Hand by Almost 2-1 Margin

"Our team is not wasting money on fancy office space or an army of high-priced consultants," said Sonja Chojnacki, Roys’ campaign manager.

Matt Flynn Blasts Scott Walker for Meeting with Russian Spy

Flynn says now, more than ever, we need a governor we can trust to stand up to America's enemies and adversaries

Governor Walker Attends Opening of Farm Discovery Center

Highlights the importance of Wisconsin agriculture

Governor Walker Announces $8 Million in Funding to Address Transportation Needs of Wisconsin Workers

The program will be funded by the Wisconsin Departments of Workforce Development and Transportation.

Walker’s Foxconn Flop Tour Continues

Foreign corp. buys vacant buildings as it rolls back plans for high-tech facility

Wisconsin’s Foxconn Bonus: Foxconn to Expand Wisconn Valley Innovation Network with New Foxconn Place Chippewa Valley in Downtown Eau Claire

Company to purchase six-story building and space at Haymarket Landing to grow footprint of its Wisconn Valley technology and talent hub across west-central Wisconsin

$32 Million Milwaukee Tool Expansion Project Receives Support from WEDC; Company to Create 350 New Jobs

Governor joins local and regional officials at groundbreaking for company’s new R&D facility

Remembering Milwaukee’s Socialist Days

New book The Fall of Wisconsin, contrasts state’s progressives with Scott Walker era.

Give State Treasurer Real Power

Voters favored keeping position, so why not empower state treasurer as a fiscal cop?

Democratic Candidates Duke it Out

In debate all eight Democrats running for governor blast the Foxconn deal.

Governor Walker Announces Five Additional Contractor Information Sessions for Businesses Interested in Foxconn Construction Work

Second round of meetings to focus on opportunities connected to construction of advanced display manufacturing buildings

Scott Walker: Wisconsin’s $100 Million Man

‘No Wisconsin Politician Has Raised More Campaign Cash For Himself or Been More Willing to Sell Us Out For a Campaign Contribution’

Online Sales Tax Will Benefit Wealthy

Walker will use money for income tax cut, delivering much of benefit to wealthiest.

Walker Doubts Roe v. Wade at Risk

Governor says new Supreme Court justice unlikely to overturn Roe, make abortion illegal in state.

State Writes Off Shady $1.1 Million Loan

Convicted fraudster Ron Van Den Heuvel, a generous GOP donor, defrauded state agency.

Wisconsin Working Families Party Endorses State Assembly Candidates

Working families champions challenging Republican incumbents in Southeastern Wisconsin blue wave

Walker’s WEDC foots taxpayers with $1 million loan given to conman in exchange for zero jobs

WEDC's mismanagement casts more doubt on Foxconn deal

Governor Walker Discusses Wisconsin’s Booming Economy at Eau Claire Chamber of Commerce

“Wisconsin is ready to win the 21st century.”

WI Working Families Party endorses Milwaukee County slate for state legislature

Working families champions to build progressive power for county; state residents

Governor Walker Announces Dairy Task Force 2.0 Members at Wisconsin Farm Technology Days

Kelda Roys Raises Over $800k This Cycle

Roys raised $650K since January, has over $650,000 cash

Republican Challenger Robert Meyer Challenges “Pro-Education” Governor Scott Walker to a Debate

"As an education publisher, I believe a public debate will help inform the Wisconsin electorate about key education issues that frankly we just don’t hear enough about from our education leadership."

High Court Sticks It To Milwaukee

Roggensack’s political decision gives police and fire unions more power over pension fund.

Jeffers Saves Historic Parish House

Downtown church gets new lease on life from creative developer and state law change.

Mayville, Racine named newest Wisconsin Main Street communities

Announcements made as part of Wisconsin Main Street Day celebrations in eight communities across the state

Governor Walker Statement on Nomination of Brett Kavanaugh to the U.S. Supreme Court

"Brett Kavanaugh is an excellent nominee to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court."

The Siren Song of Criminal Justice Reform

The increase in incarceration since early 1990s actually led to less crime.

Kelda Roys Announces Agenda for Working Families

Roys’ plan focuses on improving healthcare, education, wages, and opportunity for working families - beginning on day one of her administration

School Safety Grants Stir Controversy

Critics charge Attorney General Schimel has mishandled grants from $100 million fund.

Teachers Pay More of Health Care Costs

Report shows impact of Act 10. Critics charge costs are helping cause teacher shortage.

Why State’s Lakes Are in Decline

Long list of Walker policy changes has led to polluted streams and lakes.

2018 WI Supreme Court candidate Tim Burns endorses Mandela Barnes for Lt. Governor

Burns joins an impressive list of leaders and organizations endorsing Mandela.

How Trump Threatens State’s Exports

As parties flip-flop on free trade, can Wisconsin’s export economy be protected?

Walker Avoids Harley Issue at Parades

Governor declines to criticize Trump in his July 4 appearances.

Lisa Subeck Endorses Kelda Roys

"I’m honored to have the endorsement of Representative Subeck."

National Democratic Group Impacts State

Run by Eric Holder, with money from George Soros and AFSCME.

Governor Walker Announces $500,000 State Grant to Support Redevelopment of Former Dog Track in Hudson

WEDC funds will help fund demolition of area to make way for future mixed-use development and new baseball stadium

Walker Protected Polluters Who Illegally Dumped Human Waste

Fourth Entry in ‘Walker’s Wisconsin’ Series

Governor Walker Orders Flags to Half-Staff for Victims of the Capital Gazette Shooting in Annapolis, Maryland

Beginning today and ending at sunset on Tuesday, July 3, 2018.

Is Foxconn Double Crossing Walker?

Latest admission by company gives the game away.

Forced to Work for FoodShare

Is GOP legislation “life changing” or a waste of taxes? Hard to say since Walker vetoed study of program.

Walker continues to ignore prison assault crisis

Safety concerns grow as administration ignores body camera mandate

Governor Walker Announces $500,000 State Grant to Support Redevelopment of Former National Envelope Corporation Site

WEDC grant will help fund demolition of area to make way for new commercial center

Mahlon Mitchell Announces 10-day Statewide Issues Tour

‘Badger State Beer Tour’ will stop in 20 cities to meet voters and rollout ‘Together We Rise’ platform

Foxconn Deal Has Divided the State

Even Republicans disagree about the deal.

Walker Owes Wisconsin’s Families a Lot More Than a Hundred Bucks

"Scott Walker owes families a lot more than $100 to make up for his disastrous policies that have hit working families in the wallet for 7 long years."

Why Flynn Should Withdraw From Race

And why two Democratic legislators felt they must oppose Matt Flynn for governor.

Foxconn Winners Give Big to Walker

Owners, employees of companies chosen to construct Foxconn plant give him $180,000.

Iowa abortion restrictions struck down while Wisconsin’s remain

Wisconsin has many anti-choice laws in the books.