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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Marquette Poll Shows Voters Disagree with Gov. Walker on Foxconn, Public Schools
"The Marquette Poll made one thing very clear -- people do not agree with Gov. Walker’s vision for Wisconsin," said Wachs for Wisconsin Campaign Manager Brita Olsen.
Mar 5th, 2018 by State Rep. Dana Wachs
New GOP Senators Have Clout
They may decide if Walker gets last minute laws he’s pushing for his reelection campaign.
Mar 5th, 2018 by Steven Walters
Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett Endorses Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court
"Mayor Barrett's endorsement means a great deal to me; I am grateful for his support."
Mar 5th, 2018 by Rebecca Dallet
New Marquette Law School Poll finds Wisconsin voters divided on benefits of Foxconn deal, but together in support of background checks for gun sales
Public unfamiliar with gubernatorial, senate challengers
Mar 5th, 2018 by Marquette University
Pendulum Swinging Against GOP
Voters could punish Walker, Republicans for cuts in UW and environmental protection.
Mar 4th, 2018 by John Torinus
Walker’s Road to Nowhere
"Who’s going to protect us from Walker’s raids?"
Mar 2nd, 2018 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Governor Walker Announces United Alloy Inc. to Expand Operations in Janesville
Manufacturer expects to create 66 jobs with $15 million expansion project
Mar 2nd, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Releases Statement on the Trump Administration’s Proposed Steel and Aluminum Tariffs
"Ironically, American companies who will feel the negative impact of the tariffs can actually move their operations to another country, such as Canada, and not face new tariffs on the sale of their products."
Mar 2nd, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Announces Appointments to the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents
"We look forward to seeing Cris Peterson, Jason Plante, and Gerald Whitburn work as leaders of the University of Wisconsin System as members of the Wisconsin System Board of Regents.
Mar 2nd, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
State Supreme Court Candidate Mike Screnock a ‘Walking Conflict of Interest’
Won’t Commit to Removing Himself From Cases Involving Former Client Gov. Walker or Special Interest Groups Spending Record Amounts to Benefit His Campaign
Mar 2nd, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
State Okays Park Land for Golf Course
Course owner, industrialist Herbert Kohler, gave $400,000 to Walker, other Republicans.
Mar 2nd, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Representative Subeck Statement on Governor’s Comments on School Safety
"Republicans have failed to act to prevent gun violence and to keep our schools and public spaces safe."
Mar 1st, 2018 by State Rep. Lisa Subeck
Roys calls on Walker to pass common sense gun reform during proposed special session on gun violence
Roys also called on Walker to donate his NRA money to organizations that help victims of gun violence.
Mar 1st, 2018 by State Sen. Kelda Roys
How Americans for Prosperity Wins
Koch-funded group gives huge campaign donations, has gotten long list of bills passed.
Mar 1st, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Why Walker Opposes Special Elections
He's not serving the voters. He's serving his party.
Mar 1st, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Governor Walker Congratulates Wisconsin Olympians Who Participated in the 2018 Winter Olympics
Wishes 2018 Winter Paralympic Athletes Good Luck
Feb 28th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Congresswoman Gwen Moore Endorses Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court
"Congresswoman Moore is a leader in Milwaukee and I am so proud she has endorsed my candidacy for Wisconsin Supreme Court."
Feb 28th, 2018 by Rebecca Dallet
The Mystery of Meteor Timber
GOP bill would let company destroy hardwood wetlands, but the money trail is murky.
Feb 28th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
How Will Mike Screnock Thank the State Big Business Lobby?
State Court Candidate Set to Speak to Special Interest Group That Spent Nearly $600,000 on His Primary Election
Feb 28th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
Matt Flynn Will Make Childcare a Budget Priority as Governor
"Working parents need to know their pre-school children are well cared for and are developing the skills they will need to succeed in school."
Feb 28th, 2018 by Matt Flynn
City Will Contest Foxconn Power Deal
City Attorney will contest $117 million Foxconn subsidy charged to We Energies customers.
Feb 27th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Governor Walker: “We Want to Provide Health Care Stability and Lower Premiums for Wisconsin”
Signs State Reinsurance Program, Key Piece of Health Care Stability Plan into Law
Feb 27th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Should State Divest Gun Stocks?
Wisconsin pension fund invests in companies making guns that kill students.
Feb 27th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Governor Walker Appoints Jackson County District Attorney
Daniel Diehn currently owns and operates his Black River Falls-based firm Daniel S. Diehn S.C.
Feb 26th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
The Hubbub in Walker’s Point
It's all happening in Walker's Point, a bevy of busy reporters agree.
Feb 26th, 2018 by Graham Kilmer
Barnes Campaign: Endorses Randy Bryce for Congress
Will speak at Saturday rally in Racine
Feb 23rd, 2018 by Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes
Legislature Partially Restores Historic Preservation Program
Has state finally decided on new rules for program or will they continue to make changes?
Feb 22nd, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Governor Walker Thanks Assembly for Passing Child Sales Tax Rebate and Sales Tax Holiday Legislation
"We are getting positive things done for the people of Wisconsin."
Feb 22nd, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Nurses and Healthcare Professionals Statement on Criminal Charges Against Armor Correctional in Tragic Death of Inmate – Nurses Lost Their Voice, Milwaukee Needlessly Lost a Life
"The systemic practices and procedures adopted by Armor have resulted in deaths which provision of appropriate medical care could and should have prevented."
Feb 22nd, 2018 by Wisconsin Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals
Foxconn Seeks to Raid the Great Lakes
Conservationists launch campaign to stop them
Feb 22nd, 2018 by Wisconsin Conservation Voters
South Pointe Business Park in Sparta Earns Certified In Wisconsin® Designation
114-acre parcel becomes 18th site certified as ‘development-ready’ by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Feb 22nd, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Evaluating Walker’s Reinsurance Plan
It has some benefits, but not enough to make up for Trump’s health care changes.
Feb 21st, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Governor Walker Signs Leading on Lead Act into Law
"The health and safety of Wisconsin families is our top priority."
Feb 21st, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Applauds Legislature for Passing Key Component of Health Care Stability Plan with Bipartisan Support
Health Care Stability Plan included in Governor Walker’s Ambitious Agenda for 2018
Feb 20th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Statement from DPW Chair Martha Laning on the Wisconsin Supreme Court Primary Election
"With their million-dollar down-payment, the Republican Party and corporate special interests see Michael Screnock as a good investment who will do their bidding," Martha Laning said.
Feb 20th, 2018 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Governor Walker Thanks Legislature for Passing Wisconsin Works for Everyone Welfare Reform Bills
Welfare reform package included in Governor Walker’s Ambitious Agenda for Wisconsin
Feb 20th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
County Jails Handle State Prison Overflow
But they’re “bordeline inhumane,” worse than state prisons, some say.
Feb 20th, 2018 by Gretchen Schuldt
The Governor of Giveaways
Instead of building a real economy, Walker is trying to buy one.
Feb 20th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Republicans Caused Wisconsinites’ Spiking Health Care Costs
Republicans Have Sole Ownership of Wisconsin’s Rising Health Insurance Premiums, a Result of Years of Sabotage and Undercutting the Affordable Care Act
Feb 20th, 2018 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Less Food For the Poor
Walker, Trump have fancy taxpayer-paid kitchens, cut food for the poor.
Feb 20th, 2018 by James Rowen
Call It The Walker Bottleneck
Efforts to revive E-W Freeway look dead. Oddly, Barrett and Walker both support this.
Feb 19th, 2018 by George Mitchell
Governor Walker Visits Hospitals in La Crosse and Green Bay to Promote Health Care Stability Plan
“Where Washington has failed, Wisconsin will step up and lead.”- Gov. Walker
Feb 19th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Roads Getting Worse With No Solution
Bad for bikers as well as cars; does Walker have any solution?
Feb 17th, 2018 by Dave Cieslewicz
Governor Walker Visits Martha Merrell’s Bookstore to Promote Child Sales Tax Rebate and Sales Tax Holiday Package
The proposed legislation sets a new sales tax holiday for August 4-5, 2018.
Feb 16th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Joins Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation to Announce 200 New Jobs, $40 Million Capital Investment in Appleton Facility
"...it’s clear Wisconsin is open for business."
Feb 16th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Wealthy Donors Give Big to GOP Group
Gave $1.7 million in 2017 to Republican Governors Association, a huge donor to Walker.
Feb 16th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Dana Wachs Calls for an Overhaul of Assault Weapon Laws and Other Measures to Fight Domestic Terrorism
"We can and must do something. And it cannot wait."
Feb 16th, 2018 by State Rep. Dana Wachs
Governor Walker Announces International Mold and Production Relocating Operations from Illinois to Wisconsin
"Congratulations to IMAP on its decision to relocate to our great state."
Feb 16th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Welfare Reform a Morally Cruel Campaign Distraction
"These bills do not address the issues that Governor Walker continues to neglect."
Feb 15th, 2018 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Governor Walker Promotes Child Sales Tax Rebate and Sales Tax Holiday Package in Ashwaubenon
According to the Wisconsin Department of Revenue, the child tax credit rebate is estimated at $122.1 million in fiscal year 2018.
Feb 15th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Releases Statement Following Wednesday’s Tragic Event in Florida
"My family and I are praying for those in Florida who have been affected by this senseless tragedy..."
Feb 15th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
NRA Campaign Cash and Endorsements Put Wisconsin on Lockdown
Gun Cartel Endorsed Gov. Walker, Attorney General Schimel and High Court Candidate Screnock Offer Silence and Inaction After 30th Mass Shooting of 2018
Feb 15th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
SEIU WI Endorses Mahlon Mitchell for Governor
“We need a champion, like Mahlon Mitchell, as Governor”
Feb 15th, 2018 by Mahlon Mitchell
New Laws Could Decide High Court Race
2015 law allows unlimited spending, Screnock already taking advantage of this.
Feb 15th, 2018 by Matt Rothschild
Governor Walker, State Officials Push to Keep Kimberly-Clark Jobs in the Fox Valley
"We are committed to fighting for Wisconsin workers and communities."
Feb 15th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Announces Administration Staff Changes
Ellen Nowak will begin her role as Department of Administration (DOA) secretary on Monday, March 5, 2018.
Feb 15th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Rep. Sargent Statement on Child Tax Rebate and Annual Sales Tax Holiday
"This is a one-time sales tax holiday and a one-time $100-check to be delivered right before an election—if that doesn’t scream ‘election-year gimmick,’ I don’t know what does."
Feb 14th, 2018 by Dane County Executive Melissa Agard
State’s Rainy Day Fund Is Tiny
No contributions to it since 2013, only enough to fund six days of operations.
Feb 14th, 2018 by Tamarine Cornelius
Governor Walker Honors 18 Recipients of 2017 Financial Literacy Award in Capitol Ceremony
"Financial literacy is an important skill for everyone to learn."
Feb 14th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Financial Report Confirms Wisconsin Ended Last Fiscal Year with a $579 Million Surplus
Wisconsin has ended every year with a budget surplus under Governor Walker
Feb 14th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Stronger Recusal Rules Needed for State Courts
Wisconsin was once the gold standard for impartial courts. Not any more.
Feb 13th, 2018 by Jay Heck
History Gives Walker Slim Odds to Win
State voters rarely elect a gubernatorial candidate whose party holds the presidency.
Feb 13th, 2018 by Dr. Eric Ostermeier
Governor Walker Statement on Joint Committee on Finance Bipartisan Approval of Health Care Stability Plan
"Since Washington has failed to act, Wisconsin will lead."
Feb 13th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Taylor and Bipartisan Legislators Introduce Juvenile Corrections Bill
"I am glad that what I have repeatedly said and advocated for in past years regarding juvenile corrections is finally getting traction from my colleagues."
Feb 13th, 2018 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Cathy Myers Calls on Janesville City Council to Reject Plans to Move Polling Location to Police Station
Janesville City Council to Consider Resolution to Force City’s Most Diverse Neighborhoods to Vote in a Police Station
Feb 12th, 2018 by Cathy Myers
WEDC business attraction director receives Young Professional Award from Wisconsin Economic Development Association
Coleman Peiffer played key role in attracting Foxconn, HARIBO to Wisconsin
Feb 12th, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
The Lesson of Kimberly-Clark Layoffs
State gave huge tax giveaways to manufacturer, but company still laid off workers.
Feb 12th, 2018 by Jon Peacock
Counting Down to Capitol “Chaos”
Legislature faces a rush of many proposed bills. Which will pass?
Feb 12th, 2018 by Steven Walters
Dana Wachs Critiques Gov. Walker’s Photo Op with President Trump, Calls for Real Transportation Solutions
"Look, we can all see through Gov. Walker's fancy trip to Washington. It's all about Foxconn."
Feb 12th, 2018 by State Rep. Dana Wachs
Republican Silence on Paul Nehlen Racism, Anti-Semitism ‘Disturbing’
Scott Walker, Brad Schimel Refuse to Condemn Conduct of Donor Nehlen
Feb 12th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
How Legislature Could Help Poor People
Don’t spend $90 million on new barriers; create a path out of poverty.
Feb 12th, 2018 by Ingrid Rothe
Republican Party Gives Screnock Campaign Massive Infusion of Resources
Michael Screnock claims to be nonpartisan but his financial disclosures say otherwise
Feb 12th, 2018 by Rebecca Dallet
State Moving Downtown Offices
Will 27th and WI site be selected? State planning $50 million building.
Feb 9th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Rep. Bowen Statement on Gov. Walker’s Plan for Milwaukee State Building
"While the Milwaukee State office is aging and needs to be replaced, I’d like to take Walker’s plan for a new facility a step further."
Feb 9th, 2018 by State Rep. David Bowen
How Walker Slashed Tech College Funding
“Soaring” funding reported is wrong: it’s actually declined significantly.
Feb 9th, 2018 by Michael Rosen
Milwaukee State Office Building Plan Offers Savings for Taxpayers
Sale of current office will spur economic development
Feb 9th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Mitchell: Too Little, Too Late from Gov. Walker on Infrastructure
"The people of Wisconsin need more than Walker’s election-year rhetoric- they need real leadership."
Feb 9th, 2018 by Mahlon Mitchell
County Parks To Seek State Grant to Fund Ravine Road Bridge Project
The goal of the project is to preserve the historical character of Lake Park by replacing the bridge with a structure that closely matches its original architecture and design.
Feb 8th, 2018 by Milwaukee County Parks
Plan Provides Amtrak Service for Foxconn
DOT has plan and Ald. Bauman pushes it, demanding Walker address it.
Feb 8th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Governor Walker Delivers Remarks on Health Care Stability Plan at Wisconsin Hospital Association Board Meeting
"Wisconsin is a national leader in health care quality in large part because of the work of the Wisconsin Hospital Association."
Feb 8th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Value-Added Tolling would address Gov. Walker’s concerns
Wisconsin ranks #38 in Reason Foundation's annual report on best and worst state highway systems
Feb 8th, 2018 by Badger Institute
With Over 600 Wisconsin Workers Facing Lay-Offs in Fox Valley, Senator Tammy Baldwin Questions the Use of Corporate Tax Cuts for Stock Buybacks
“Reward workers instead of the wealth of executives and shareholders with more stock buybacks.”
Feb 8th, 2018 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Governor Walker, Speaker Vos Agree to Tax Relief Package
Budget surplus returns to taxpayers through one-time child sales tax rebate and sales tax holiday under agreement
Feb 8th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
GOP Not the Law-and-Order Party?
Republicans are undermining prosecutors, FBI, both here and nationally.
Feb 7th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Wisconsin Exports Up 6% in 2017
State sets new record in exports to Mexico and China as shipments of industrial machinery, electrical machinery, vehicles, and plastics are up worldwide
Feb 7th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Foxconn to replace 10,000 workers in Taiwan with robots
A sign of things to come in Wisconsin?
Feb 7th, 2018 by State Rep. David Bowen
Kimberly-Clark Donated to Walker, Legislators
Paper industry gave $225,000. Walker wants state handout to Kimberly Clark.
Feb 7th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Walker’s Work Rule Makes No Sense
Two-thirds of FoodShare recipients are blind, elderly, disabled or children and can’t work.
Feb 7th, 2018 by State Sen. Kathleen Vinehout
Foxconn HQ In Downtown Milwaukee
Company building Racine area plant coming here to attract talent, grow new business line.
Feb 6th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Dana Wachs Responds to Gov. Walker’s Tweetstorms and Photo-Ops on Foxconn and Kimberly Clark
Wachs calls for real leadership focused on Wisconsin job retention
Feb 6th, 2018 by State Rep. Dana Wachs
Wisconsin’s Foxconn Bonus: Foxconn Purchases Building in Downtown Milwaukee from Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance
Foxconn’s investment is above and beyond company’s commitment to $10 billion investment in Wisconsin
Feb 6th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Actions Speak Louder Than Words: Republicans Continue Pattern of Unfunded Mandates, Attacks on Local Control
"Do they really want to add even more attacks on local control to this list?"
Feb 6th, 2018 by Katrina Shankland
Assembly Committee Votes on Gov. Scott Walker’s Election Year Special Session Bills
Scott Walker and Legislative Enablers Play Partisan Politics With Basics of People’s Survival
Feb 6th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
Supreme Court Primary Very Divisive
Battle of Dallet, Burns and Screnock mirrors national, state political divides.
Feb 5th, 2018 by Steven Walters
Governor Walker Calls for Increasing Tax Incentives for Kimberly-Clark
Proposal would more than double amount of tax credits available to company
Feb 5th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Matt Flynn Releases His 16-Point Economic Plan for Wisconsin
Democratic challenger vows to undue Walker’s wage-killing policies and restore investment in Wisconsin
Feb 5th, 2018 by Matt Flynn
Right-Wing Special Interests Spending to Make Michael Screnock Into Right-Wing Media Darling
State Big Biz Lobby Drops Six-Figure Ad Buy on Fox News Channel
Feb 5th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
Governor Walker Discusses the Opioid Epidemic at Sheriffs and Deputy Sheriffs Conference
"We are working with our officers and other community leaders to continue creating and passing legislation that helps combat this crisis."
Feb 5th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Racine County Prisons Over Capacity
But Oregon prison is even more crowded
Feb 2nd, 2018 by Gretchen Schuldt
Foxconn Not Helping Walker?
New poll suggests he’s in trouble, no positive bump from Foxconn deal.
Feb 2nd, 2018 by George Mitchell
