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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Op Ed: Walker Is a Jobs Killer
Op Ed

Walker Is a Jobs Killer

He promised 62.500 new jobs per year, admits state adding less than half that.

Wisconsin Governor Walker, Florida Governor Scott Place Friendly Wager Over the Orange Bowl
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Wisconsin Governor Walker, Florida Governor Scott Place Friendly Wager Over the Orange Bowl

Governor Walker also declares Saturday "Wear Wisconsin Badgers Red for the Orange Bowl Day”

Op Ed: Democrat Should Run Up The Middle
Op Ed

Democrat Should Run Up The Middle

Dennis Degenhardt could win GOP-leaning Assembly seat as a pro-business moderate.

Governor Walker Moves to Alleviate Propane Shortage as Wisconsin Faces Extreme Winter Temperatures
Employment Surges in 2017: Wisconsin’s Workforce by the Numbers
Press Release

Employment Surges in 2017: Wisconsin’s Workforce by the Numbers

"Wisconsin is working."

Eyes on Milwaukee: Will Milwaukeeans Pay for Foxconn Power?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Will Milwaukeeans Pay for Foxconn Power?

Yes, according to ATC spokesperson. Ald. Robert Bauman wants city to investigate issue.

Department of Revenue Analysis: Typical Family of Four in Wisconsin to See a $2,508 Tax Cut Under Federal Tax Cuts and Jobs Act
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Department of Revenue Analysis: Typical Family of Four in Wisconsin to See a $2,508 Tax Cut Under Federal Tax Cuts and Jobs Act

"In Wisconsin, we proved you can provide tax relief for the hardworking taxpayers and invest in your priorities at the same time."

Op Ed: One Wisconsin Now’s 2018 Predictions
Op Ed

One Wisconsin Now’s 2018 Predictions

Some predictions are serious, but all are certainly fearless

Foxconn, Kwik Trip, Haribo Top List of Wisconsin’s 2017 Economic Development Projects
Press Release

Foxconn, Kwik Trip, Haribo Top List of Wisconsin’s 2017 Economic Development Projects

WEDC-supported projects expected to create, retain nearly 30,000 jobs across Wisconsin

Governor Walker and First Lady Tonette Walker Wish the People of Wisconsin a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays
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Governor Walker and First Lady Tonette Walker Wish the People of Wisconsin a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays

"We wish you all a Merry Christmas, and may you all be blessed with joy in the year ahead."

Follow Santa on Christmas Eve as He Travels Through Wisconsin
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Follow Santa on Christmas Eve as He Travels Through Wisconsin

"We want to make sure Santa has everything he needs, including current weather reports, food and water for the reindeer and extra hot cocoa, candy canes and cookies."

Op Ed: GOP Targets Anti-Corruption Probes
Op Ed

GOP Targets Anti-Corruption Probes

Their message to bipartisan groups: don’t dare investigate us or we’ll punish you.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Historic Preservation Tax Credits Survive
Eyes on Milwaukee

Historic Preservation Tax Credits Survive

Republican tax plan changes program, but doesn't eliminate it.

Murphy’s Law: Foxconn Subsidy Now Exceeds $4 Billion
Murphy’s Law

Foxconn Subsidy Now Exceeds $4 Billion

Government subsidy keeps increasing while Foxconn’s required investment has declined.

Governor Walker Highlights Wisconsin’s Economic Growth at La Crosse Area Development Corporation’s Annual Meeting
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Governor Walker Highlights Wisconsin’s Economic Growth at La Crosse Area Development Corporation’s Annual Meeting

"We’ve created over 42,000 private-sector jobs in the last year alone..."

Wisconsin’s 115th Fighter Wing Chosen as Preferred Candidate Base for F-35A Lightning II
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Wisconsin’s 115th Fighter Wing Chosen as Preferred Candidate Base for F-35A Lightning II

The Air Force will conduct an official environmental impact analysis and site assessment process on each of the original five candidate bases chosen beginning this winter.

Dana Wachs Outraged by Gov. Walker’s Push to Let Out-of-State Companies Pave Over Wisconsin Wetlands
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Dana Wachs Outraged by Gov. Walker’s Push to Let Out-of-State Companies Pave Over Wisconsin Wetlands

SB 600 will be heard by Senate & Assembly committees tomorrow over objections from Democrats, hunting, fishing, outdoor and environmental groups

New Campaign Targeting Child Poverty Launched

New Campaign Targeting Child Poverty Launched

Statewide campaign includes many faith-based groups convinced child poverty is a “moral failing.”

Streetsblog: Seattle Adds People Without Adding Traffic
Streetsblog

Seattle Adds People Without Adding Traffic

Population up 21%, traffic down 3.3%, due to good transit. Can Milwaukee learn from this?

Governor Walker Announces WEDC Support for New Cintas Corp. Facility in the Fox Valley
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Governor Walker Announces WEDC Support for New Cintas Corp. Facility in the Fox Valley

Project expected to create about 60 jobs in Outagamie County

Five Year-End Questions Scott Walker Should Answer, But Probably Won’t
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Five Year-End Questions Scott Walker Should Answer, But Probably Won’t

We Put It To You, Gov. Walker

Gov. Scott Walker Shuns Wisconsin Values As Featured Speaker At Alt-Right Conference
Press Release

Gov. Scott Walker Shuns Wisconsin Values As Featured Speaker At Alt-Right Conference

The Florida conference will feature speakers like white nationalist Steve Bannon and former Donald Trump-aide Sebastian Gorka who has ties to Nazi-allied groups.

Murphy’s Law: 17 Biggest Mistakes by Brad Schimel
Murphy’s Law

17 Biggest Mistakes by Brad Schimel

Media feasting on problems in John Doe report. Here’s a scorecard of biggest goofs.

Op Ed: Wetlands Destruction Bill Targets Water, Wildlife
Op Ed

Wetlands Destruction Bill Targets Water, Wildlife

Threatens 1,000,000 acres, opposed by hunting and fishing groups.

Nine state businesses win 2017 MARKETPLACE Governor’s Awards
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Nine state businesses win 2017 MARKETPLACE Governor’s Awards

Top minority, woman and veteran-owned businesses were recognized for their success at annual MARKETPLACE conference

Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998 Endorses Mahlon Mitchell for Governor
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Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998 Endorses Mahlon Mitchell for Governor

Local 998 represents more than 1,100 members in Milwaukee, Waukesha, Kenosha and Sheboygan.

Investing in Our Infrastructure: Governor Walker Announces Advancements with WIS 441 Projec
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Investing in Our Infrastructure: Governor Walker Announces Advancements with WIS 441 Projec

WIS 441 Project to be completed one year earlier than expected

The Week Ahead: Scott Walker a Featured Speaker at Florida Alt-Right Conference, Paul Ryan to Add $1.5 Trillion to Federal Deficit and Ron Johnson Gets His ‘Badger Bribe’
Despite Opposition, Governor Walker will Attend Conference for White Nationalists
Press Release

Despite Opposition, Governor Walker will Attend Conference for White Nationalists

"We should expect more out of the governor of Wisconsin."

The State of Politics: Judge Kelly Handed Doe Controversy
The State of Politics

Judge Kelly Handed Doe Controversy

Latest judge to handle John Doe must decide on contempt of court referrals.

Lower Property Taxes in 2018 Than 2010: Governor Walker Lauds Property Tax Relief in St. Francis
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Lower Property Taxes in 2018 Than 2010: Governor Walker Lauds Property Tax Relief in St. Francis

"For the first time since 1931, the people of Wisconsin will pay $0 for the state portion of their property taxes."

Campaign Cash: Schimel Helps Construction Industry
Campaign Cash

Schimel Helps Construction Industry

They gave $169,700 to attorney general; his ruling kills fire safety rule requiring sprinklers.

Fewer Injured Workers Getting Compensation

Fewer Injured Workers Getting Compensation

Study shows Walker appointees overwhelmingly favor employers in workers comp cases.

Gov. Walker’s Foxconn Scam Already Starting to Unravel as News Breaks of Additional $134 Million Cost to Taxpayers
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Gov. Walker’s Foxconn Scam Already Starting to Unravel as News Breaks of Additional $134 Million Cost to Taxpayers

"Now that the Foxconn deal has started to unravel, so has Walker’s hope of a third term."

Columbia Prison at 153% of Capacity

Columbia Prison at 153% of Capacity

Inmates sleep on the floor because there are not enough beds. Part 4 in a series.

Governor Walker Discusses “If You See Something, Say Something™” Initiative and Public Safety with Law Enforcement Officials
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Governor Walker Discusses “If You See Something, Say Something™” Initiative and Public Safety with Law Enforcement Officials

The campaign encourages citizens to report suspicious behavior or activities to local law enforcement.

Conservative Group Pushes Renewable Energy

Conservative Group Pushes Renewable Energy

It’s about dollars and cents and jobs, new state group’s leaders say.

GOP Leaders Threat: Anyone Investigating Us Risks Losing Their Jobs
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GOP Leaders Threat: Anyone Investigating Us Risks Losing Their Jobs

‘This Gang Would Get Rid of the Ethics and Elections Boards if They Thought They Could Get Away With It’

Governor Walker Announces $1.475 Million in Funding Awarded to Minority Business Organizations
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Governor Walker Announces $1.475 Million in Funding Awarded to Minority Business Organizations

Governor also names business liaison to help Wisconsin businesses engage with Foxconn, Haribo, and other new businesses

Gov. Walker Flew to Private Campaign Event in Taxpayer-Funded Plane
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Gov. Walker Flew to Private Campaign Event in Taxpayer-Funded Plane

"I’m appalled that Gov. Walker thinks he can use our tax money for his own political gain."

Murphy’s Law: 22% of City Workers Live in Suburbs
Murphy’s Law

22% of City Workers Live in Suburbs

Nearly 1,000 workers have left city since state ended residency rule.

Clean air at risk under Republican control
Press Release

Clean air at risk under Republican control

Latest GOP proposals undercut protections for public health

No State Property Tax for First Time Since 1931: Governor Walker Highlights Property Tax Relief in Eau Claire
Press Release

No State Property Tax for First Time Since 1931: Governor Walker Highlights Property Tax Relief in Eau Claire

The 2017-19 state budget eliminates the state portion of the Wisconsin property tax bill.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Could Milwaukee Build A Foxconn City?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Could Milwaukee Build A Foxconn City?

Committee explores annexing portion of Racine County for a satellite city.

Data Wonk: The Many Errors of Brad Schimel
Data Wonk

The Many Errors of Brad Schimel

His sloppy report on John Doe leaks won’t help Attorney General’s reputation.

Evers Campaign Statement on Foxconn Tax
Press Release

Evers Campaign Statement on Foxconn Tax

"This deal just keeps getting worse and worse."

Congressman Mark Pocan Endorses Tim Burns for the Wisconsin Supreme Court
Press Release

Congressman Mark Pocan Endorses Tim Burns for the Wisconsin Supreme Court

The primary will be held on February 20th, 2018.

Murphy’s Law: Brad Schimel Strikes Out Again
Murphy’s Law

Brad Schimel Strikes Out Again

His 11-month investigation of John Doe leaks yields no charges but lots of anger.

Governor Walker Announces $15 Million Available in Grants for Rural School Districts to Upgrade Technology
Press Release

Governor Walker Announces $15 Million Available in Grants for Rural School Districts to Upgrade Technology

Fiscal year 2018 grants are available to rural school districts that have 16 or fewer students per square mile.

Governor Walker Orders Flags to Half-Staff as a Mark of Respect for Fire Lt. Kristin Ciganek-Schroeder
Governor Gives Corporate Mining Polluters an Early Gift
Press Release

Governor Gives Corporate Mining Polluters an Early Gift

Signing of the Industrial Acid Mining Bill Will Put Public Health at Risk for Generations

Governor Walker Signs “Mining for America” Bill into Law in Rhinelander
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Governor Walker Signs “Mining for America” Bill into Law in Rhinelander

This bill eliminates the “mining moratorium” on the issuance of permits for the mining of sulfide ore.

Governor Walker Signs “Dillon’s Law” at Mishicot High School, Expanding Access to EpiPens to Save Lives
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Governor Walker Signs “Dillon’s Law” at Mishicot High School, Expanding Access to EpiPens to Save Lives

"This commonsense bill makes it easier to equip the people of Wisconsin with EpiPens to help save lives."

The State of Politics: Controversy Defines Schimel’s First Term
The State of Politics

Controversy Defines Schimel’s First Term

Attorney General has jumped on hot-button issues he hopes will get him reelected.

Save Our SeniorCare!
Press Release

Save Our SeniorCare!

Access to affordable prescription drugs keeps our seniors healthier and helps prevent unnecessary and costly hospital visits.

Three Taylor Bills Become Law
Press Release

Three Taylor Bills Become Law

The bills pertain to the areas of sex trafficking and patronization of an individual engaged in sex work.

Governor Walker Signs State Leasing Bill into Law
Press Release

Governor Walker Signs State Leasing Bill into Law

It is Act 132.

Governor Walker Signs Government Leasing Transparency Bill Into Law
Press Release

Governor Walker Signs Government Leasing Transparency Bill Into Law

AFP-backed law will improve transparency and protect taxpayers

Court Watch: Why John Doe Probe Saved Emails
Court Watch

Why John Doe Probe Saved Emails

And why Schimel report complaining about investigators could be wrong.

Governor Walker Seeks Applicants for Milwaukee County Judicial Vacancy
Press Release

Governor Walker Seeks Applicants for Milwaukee County Judicial Vacancy

All application materials must be received no later than 5:00 p.m., Friday, December 29, 2017.

Dane County Sheriff Dave Mahoney Endorses Mahlon Mitchell for Governor
Press Release

Dane County Sheriff Dave Mahoney Endorses Mahlon Mitchell for Governor

First Law Enforcement Endorsement in Race for Governor

Statement from Dana Wachs regarding new UW teaching load requirement
Press Release

Statement from Dana Wachs regarding new UW teaching load requirement

“Wisconsinites deserve a governor who is unafraid to support higher education.”

Governor Walker Calls on the Federal Communications Commission to Expand Broadband by Advancing Television White Space Technology
Press Release

Governor Walker Calls on the Federal Communications Commission to Expand Broadband by Advancing Television White Space Technology

The FCC is considering rules which could result in at least three white space channels in every U.S. market to provide broadband Internet.

Matt Flynn Presses for Automatic Voter Registration
Press Release

Matt Flynn Presses for Automatic Voter Registration

Democratic candidate for Governor vows to protect voting rights outside the Wisconsin Elections Commission

Supervisor Dimitrijevic Proposal Would Keep Lakefront Free, Open
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Supervisor Dimitrijevic Proposal Would Keep Lakefront Free, Open

"We should be making our public parks more accessible, not creating financial barriers."

WEDC, UW System Name Talent Initiatives Director
Press Release

WEDC, UW System Name Talent Initiatives Director

Rebecca Deschane to oversee statewide efforts to attract, retain highly skilled workforce in newly-created position that will serve both organizations

Gov. Scott Walker Extends Craven Campaign Cash Chase to Foreign Policy
Press Release

Gov. Scott Walker Extends Craven Campaign Cash Chase to Foreign Policy

Endorses Change in U.S. Foreign Policy Sought By GOP Mega-Donor Sheldon Adelson

Leah Vukmir statement about unconstitutional John Doe raids in Wisconsin
Press Release

Leah Vukmir statement about unconstitutional John Doe raids in Wisconsin

"My privacy has been violated in such a brazen way by those who targeted me, my friends, and even my family."

Data Wonk: The Rise of a Partisan Supreme Court
Data Wonk

The Rise of a Partisan Supreme Court

It’s supposed to be non-partisan. How and why did this change?

AG Schimel talks of prosecution & “proof” when asked about accusers of disgraced candidate Roy Moore
Press Release

AG Schimel talks of prosecution & “proof” when asked about accusers of disgraced candidate Roy Moore

In the face of highly-corroborated allegations of sexual misconduct, Wisconsin attorney general casts doubt on survivors of sexual assault

Back in the News: Seager Dumped as Fire Fighters Leader
Back in the News

Seager Dumped as Fire Fighters Leader

Controversial president had served for seven years. Mike Bongiorno elected to replace him.

Campaign Cash: Kwik Trip Cashes in on Walker Support
Campaign Cash

Kwik Trip Cashes in on Walker Support

Convenience store chain gave Walker $90,000, got $21 million from state jobs agency.

Vukmir veterans’ tuition bill now law
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Vukmir veterans’ tuition bill now law

Walker signs bill to reimburse Guard members for full tuition

Governor Walker Signs Bills Supporting Veterans into Law at Applied Fab & Machining in Wausau
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Governor Walker Signs Bills Supporting Veterans into Law at Applied Fab & Machining in Wausau

"The proven skills, dedication, and work ethic of our veterans and service members illustrate their key role in keeping Wisconsin’s workforce strong and successful."

Another “Ho-Ho-Horrible” Jobs Report
Press Release

Another “Ho-Ho-Horrible” Jobs Report

Wisconsin’s 110,000 jobs deficit grows after another dismal jobs report

Walker and Ryan must denounce Trump & RNC for propping up Republican Moore
Press Release

Walker and Ryan must denounce Trump & RNC for propping up Republican Moore

Wisconsin Republicans can stand with women or they can condone the behavior of the Republican Party and president toward an alleged serial sexual predator up for election next week

Murphy’s Law: We Energies Embraces Solar Power
Murphy’s Law

We Energies Embraces Solar Power

State moving away from coal -- but still has a long ways to go.

Broken Whistle: Did State Retaliate Against Whistleblowers?
Broken Whistle

Did State Retaliate Against Whistleblowers?

Two state employees say they were harassed after reporting suspected fraud at their agencies.

Record-Sized Piles Of Cash Aren’t Dripping Down To Wisconsin Families
Press Release

Record-Sized Piles Of Cash Aren’t Dripping Down To Wisconsin Families

Gov. Walker Abandons Wisconsin's Small Businesses And Our Middle-Class Families Once Again

Gov. Walker’s climate of corruption allows whistleblowers to be silenced, says Dana Wachs
Press Release

Gov. Walker’s climate of corruption allows whistleblowers to be silenced, says Dana Wachs

"Gov. Walker seems more than happy to turn a blind eye to corruption and fraud happening in his administration."

Wisconsin Works for Everyone: Governor Walker Approves Drug Screening Plan for Able-Bodied Adults in the FoodShare Employment and Training Program
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Wisconsin Works for Everyone: Governor Walker Approves Drug Screening Plan for Able-Bodied Adults in the FoodShare Employment and Training Program

Legislature to review proposal aimed at helping more people to get healthy, enter workforce

Operating Engineers Local 139 Endorses Mahlon Mitchell for Governor
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Operating Engineers Local 139 Endorses Mahlon Mitchell for Governor

Largest Construction Union Says: “It’s Time for Change in Wisconsin.”

Time for Governor to invest within to solve workforce issues
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Time for Governor to invest within to solve workforce issues

News release from Aldermen Murphy, Perez and Johnson

Op Ed: Law Stacks Constitutional Convention
Op Ed

Law Stacks Constitutional Convention

Wisconsin 28th state to approve convention; 7 of 9 state delegates would be Republican.

Will The Last Young Person In Wisconsin Please Turn Off The Light?
Press Release

Will The Last Young Person In Wisconsin Please Turn Off The Light?

After Seven Years, Career Politician Gov. Scott Walker Finally Realizes Disturbing WI Trend

Biking: Walker Signs Vulnerable User Bill
Biking

Walker Signs Vulnerable User Bill

Increases penalties for careless drivers who kill or injure bicyclists, pedestrians.

Governor Walker Appoints Captain Cory Roeseler as Sheboygan County Sheriff
Press Release

Governor Walker Appoints Captain Cory Roeseler as Sheboygan County Sheriff

Roeseler, a resident of Sheboygan, Wisconsin, holds over 28 years of law enforcement experience.

Governor Walker Announces $400,000 for Non-Profit Organizations to Help Veteran Entrepreneurs
Press Release

Governor Walker Announces $400,000 for Non-Profit Organizations to Help Veteran Entrepreneurs

Approximately 11% of all businesses in the state, or 65,000, are veteran owned.

Your Right to Know: School Districts Fail at Open Records
Your Right to Know

School Districts Fail at Open Records

MPS the slowest at responding and Madison district charges by far the most.

Governor Walker Appoints Richard Radcliffe as Monroe County Judge
Press Release

Governor Walker Appoints Richard Radcliffe as Monroe County Judge

Richard Radcliffe currently serves as partner at the Tomah-based firm Mubarak, Radcliffe & Berry, S.C.

Gov. Scott Walker Campaign Chair Helped Fund Project Veritas Sleaze
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Gov. Scott Walker Campaign Chair Helped Fund Project Veritas Sleaze

Bradley Impact Fund Contributed $25,000 to Group That Ran Sting Operation to Support Accused Pedophile Roy Moore

Campaign Cash: Walker Signs Koch Bills to Loosen Licensing
Campaign Cash

Walker Signs Koch Bills to Loosen Licensing

ALEC-developed bills reduce training requirements for barbers, cosmetologists, others.

Dana Wachs calls out Gov. Walker’s request to spend millions more attract out-of-state workers for Foxconn
Press Release

Dana Wachs calls out Gov. Walker’s request to spend millions more attract out-of-state workers for Foxconn

"Gov. Walker is spending taxpayer money like he’s got holes in his pockets."

Men and Women at Work: Governor Walker Announces Workforce Agenda at Future Wisconsin Summit
Press Release

Men and Women at Work: Governor Walker Announces Workforce Agenda at Future Wisconsin Summit

We will work with the Legislature to pass a bill providing $6.8 million for a targeted campaign to attract talent to Wisconsin.

Data Wonk: Did Walker Save Wisconsin’s Economy?
Data Wonk

Did Walker Save Wisconsin’s Economy?

So claims his supporters at WILL. Let’s consider the evidence they offer.

Campaign Cash: Walker Signs Lax Land Use Law
Campaign Cash

Walker Signs Lax Land Use Law

Makes it easier to sell substandard lots. Backed by big business, realtors, Koch group.

Milwaukee NARI Honors GPS Education Partners with “Building Milwaukee” Award
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Milwaukee NARI Honors GPS Education Partners with “Building Milwaukee” Award

The “Building Milwaukee” Award was created to recognize efforts made by individuals and businesses who concentrate on improvements assisting in the growth or positive impact of our community.

Murphy’s Law: The Fall and Rise of WEAC
Murphy’s Law

The Fall and Rise of WEAC

Once mighty state teachers union has lost its clout, yet many members stick with it.

Governor Walker Signs Bill Into Law Designating Richard A. Grobschmidt Memorial Bridge in Milwaukee
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Governor Walker Signs Bill Into Law Designating Richard A. Grobschmidt Memorial Bridge in Milwaukee

"Richard was a dedicated public servant who helped move Wisconsin forward for over 25 years."

Walker seeks federal approval to limit health coverage and continue cost-shift
Press Release

Walker seeks federal approval to limit health coverage and continue cost-shift

GOP waiver would extend costly plan and deny families health care

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