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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Gov. Walker’s 111,000 jobs deficit
GOP attacks on working families cost Wisconsin thousands of jobs
Nov 20th, 2017 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Will Democrats Set Record for Governor Race?
A record 16 candidates have registered, making predictions difficult.
Nov 20th, 2017 by Steven Walters
State’s Impaired Waters Jump by 20%
DNR adds another 240 waterways that are officially impaired, bringing total to 1,300.
Nov 17th, 2017 by James Rowen
Amtrak Rolls Out New Locomotives
And new branding. And connecting trains in Chicago have increased their speed.
Nov 16th, 2017 by Michael Horne
Dana Wachs calls on Walker administration to close Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake
"It’s clear that we have serious safety and civil liberties issues at these facilities."
Nov 16th, 2017 by State Rep. Dana Wachs
Matt Flynn Statement on Scott Walker Campaign Slogan
Slogan is a deceptive cover-up of government run by Republican donors
Nov 16th, 2017 by Matt Flynn
Dana Wachs says GOP tax plan is a “nightmare”
"This isn’t a tax plan designed to grow the economy; it is designed to make the 1 percent even richer."
Nov 16th, 2017 by State Rep. Dana Wachs
Walker, Vukmir Court the Israel Lobby
A great way to get donations from billionaires like Sheldon Adelson.
Nov 16th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Lincoln Hills Even Worse Than Reported
Problems there linked to Act 10’s elimination of union workers’ rights.
Nov 16th, 2017 by Jake Edwards
Close Lincoln Hills: Advocates and Officials Reiterate Call for Closing Abusive Youth Prisons
Counties must stop sending vulnerable youth to unsafe facility beyond repair
Nov 16th, 2017 by Youth Justice Milwaukee
Gov. Walker endorses the federal tax scam that favors the rich
House tax bill, set for a vote today, will raise taxes, gives breaks to wealthy elite
Nov 16th, 2017 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Sweetheart Bill For Rent-to-Own Industry
Two GOP legislators given donations from industry would exempt it from consumer protection laws.
Nov 16th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
State Senator Janis Ringhand statement on Foxconn earnings report
Foxconn posted a 39 percent drop in third-quarter earnings.
Nov 15th, 2017 by State Sen. Janis Ringhand
Why Does GOP Want To Raise My Taxes?
And why do I get nothing back in return but a bigger federal deficit?
Nov 15th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
Evers Proposes 50 Percent Tuition Cut at Wisconsin Two-Year Colleges
The proposal is expected to cost less than $20 million a year.
Nov 15th, 2017 by Gov. Tony Evers
One Wisconsin Institute Praises City of Milwaukee Action to Expand Early Voting Opportunities
Milwaukee Fights Back Against Politicians Trying to Manipulate Voting Rules to Gain Unfair Partisan Advantage
Nov 15th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Historic Preservation in Peril
Job-creating historic preservation tax credits face cuts again, this time from Congress.
Nov 15th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Molson Coors to Open Regional Global Business Services Center in Milwaukee
Facility to Employ 150 at Miller Valley Campus
Nov 14th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
WILL Study Explores How School Districts Comply With Open Records Laws
Report documents the average response time for open records requests for twelve of Wisconsin’s largest school districts.
Nov 14th, 2017 by Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty
Foxconn Signing Is a Love Fest
Walker rhapsodizes about the deal, and welcomes workers from Illinois.
Nov 13th, 2017 by Graham Kilmer
Governor Walker and DNR Secretary Meyer Look Forward to Wisconsin’s 2017 Deer Hunting Season
"We hope all our hunters have a safe and successful hunting season this year."
Nov 13th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
One Week Later: Dana Wachs challenges Gov. Walker’s use of taxpayer money to benefit campaign supporters
"Gov. Walker’s re-election announcements were a slap in the face to Wisconsin taxpayers."
Nov 13th, 2017 by State Rep. Dana Wachs
Walker Says He Fears “Outside Money”
But he’s been a huge beneficiary of donations from outside the state.
Nov 13th, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
U.S. Senate GOP Leader Calls on Roy Moore to Step Aside. Meanwhile in Wisconsin, Gov. Walker Joins ‘If It’s True’ Crowd
‘Complete Failure of Leadership by Scott Walker’
Nov 13th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Can Walker Win Reelection?
And what’s the secret -- so far -- of his success?
Nov 13th, 2017 by Steven Walters
Governor Walker Signs Four Sportsman Bills into Law
Assembly bills 528, 455, 323 and Senate Bill 225.
Nov 11th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Calls Special Election for 10th Senate District
Circulation of nomination papers for candidates may begin today, November 10.
Nov 10th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Andy Gronik Statement on Gov. Scott Walker’s Re-Election Foxconn Hail Mary
"Walker is supposed to be negotiating on behalf of Wisconsinites and not on behalf of his new buddy Taiwanese billionaire Gau."
Nov 10th, 2017 by Andy Gronik
Seager Out as Fire Fighters Head?
Sources say controversial leader took second in vote, faces runoff election.
Nov 10th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Governor Walker, Foxconn Chairman Gou Sign Historic Agreement to Bring $10 Billion World-Class Advanced Manufacturing Campus, 13,000 Jobs to Wisconsin
Agreement provides incentives to support state’s largest economic development project while protecting interests of Wisconsin taxpayers
Nov 10th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
One Wisconsin Now Statements on Gov. Walker Signing Contract to Implement Largest State Giveaway to A Foreign Corporation in U.S. History
‘Literally Signed Away Our Future’
Nov 10th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Gov. Walker’s re-election Hail Mary falls short
GOP deal fails to protect taxpayers and communities
Nov 10th, 2017 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
The Art of a Desperate Deal
Gov. Walker signs $3 billion taxpayer giveaway to Foxconn
Nov 10th, 2017 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Walker Accepts $3 Billion Liability, Rejects Accountability
"Giving WEDC the keys to the largest state giveaway to a foreign company in U.S. history is irresponsible and inappropriate."
Nov 10th, 2017 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
New GOP Pro-Mining Group Ran Attack Ads
Natural Resources Development Association did ads attacking mining opponents.
Nov 10th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Governor Walker Appoints Sheila Harsdorf to Serve as Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection Secretary
Harsdorf becomes the first woman to lead the agency in its 88-year history
Nov 10th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Industrial hemp bill passes legislature
"Industrial hemp is a part of Wisconsin’s agricultural future, and that is why I voted for SB 119."
Nov 9th, 2017 by State Rep. Dave Considine
Mega-Donors’ Offshore Cash Backed Walker
Paradise Papers show billionaire’s off-shore tax havens donated to Gov. Walker.
Nov 9th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Walker Retreats From Foxconn Deal
It was supposed to assure his reelection. What happened?
Nov 9th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Trump-Walker Agenda Fails Wisconsin as Republicans Spend 2017 Putting Politics before People
When not catering to the whims of the wealthy in 2017, Republicans have focused on an extreme social agenda.
Nov 9th, 2017 by State Rep. Lisa Subeck
Opioid Crisis Hits City Hard
County’s huge increase isn’t just suburban whites, city and minority residents hurt, too.
Nov 9th, 2017 by Edgar Mendez
Top Ten Reasons Wisconsin Got Conned
In an ode to the famous David Letterman, the reasons are presented 10 to 1
Nov 8th, 2017 by State Sen. Tim Carpenter
Matt Flynn Statement on the Foxconn Contract
Flynn attacks Walker’s record of stagnation as the corrupt WEDC votes on the controversial Foxconn contract
Nov 8th, 2017 by Matt Flynn
The Wisconsin Jobs Mystery
How can unemployment be low when jobs growth is so low?
Nov 8th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
Bill Would Let Utilities Destroy Wetlands
They donated $1.9 million to politicians, want bill letting them take over wetlands.
Nov 8th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Senate Strikes Job-Creating Gold with Final Passage of Mining for America Act
Measure Backed by AFP-WI Clears Senate, Heads to Governor Walker’s Desk
Nov 7th, 2017 by AFP Wisconsin
Matt Flynn Releases His Policies for Moving Wisconsin Forward Again
Flynn will set things right again after the destructive government of Scott Walker
Nov 7th, 2017 by Matt Flynn
Bill Restricts Abortion Coverage for State Workers
No abortion coverage after rape or incest unless victim reports the crime.
Nov 7th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
The GOP Sales Tax Hypocrisy
Favored Republican towns allowed to levy a local sales tax. But not Milwaukee.
Nov 7th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Americans Over Age 60 Fastest Growing Demographic for Student Loan Debt
Policymakers and Politicians Ignore the Graying of the Student Loan Debt Crisis at Their Peril
Nov 7th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Journal Sentinel reporter Gilbert goes ‘On the Issues’ to discuss Wisconsin’s political climate
Gilbert is currently engaged in a special reportage project concerning the political climate during the Trump presidency.
Nov 7th, 2017 by Marquette University
Fire Fighter Lives Far Far Away
Union leader Seager lives In McMansion Jr.-style home worth $475,000 in Town of Jackson.
Nov 6th, 2017 by Michael Horne
Anti-Fraud Law’s Repeal Hurts Taxpayers
State losing millions in federal settlements because Walker, GOP killed whistleblower law.
Nov 6th, 2017 by Julie Spitzer and Dee J. Hall
Governor Walker proclaims Nov. 6-12 as Wisconsin Startup Week
First-ever initiative includes 70+ events in 10 cities to assist startups, promote entrepreneurship
Nov 6th, 2017 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Bill Lets Tesla Sell Cars in State
Opposed by auto and truck dealers, who’ve donated $1.1 million to state politicians.
Nov 6th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Ending Freeway Project Is Historic Blunder
With huge costs for taxpayers and more accidents for drivers.
Nov 6th, 2017 by George Mitchell
For Student Loan Borrowers, Scott Walker Is America’s Worst Governor
Career Politician Tells Nearly One Million Borrowers: 'Call a Bank'
Nov 6th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
It’s too late: Wisconsin can’t trust a “new” Scott Walker
"All these people have been waiting for Walker to do something for seven years."
Nov 5th, 2017 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Despite Wisconsin’s Stagnant Economy, Walker Running for Third Term
A year out from the election, Walker is increasingly vulnerable to a strong Democratic challenge.
Nov 5th, 2017 by Gov. Tony Evers
Governor Walker Removes Restrictions on Propane Transporters to Alleviate Propane Shortages
The order comes in response to propane shortages and increased wait times to obtain propane in southern Wisconsin.
Nov 4th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Matt Flynn Statement on Scott Walker Campaign Announcement
Flynn calls Walker’s failed economic record a period of “vast stagnation” in wages
Nov 4th, 2017 by Matt Flynn
Georgia Maxwell Elected Chair of the Labor and Industry Review Commission
Maxwell previously served as Deputy Secretary of the Department of Workforce Development.
Nov 3rd, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Announces Wisconsin Awarded More Than $15 Million to Fight Opioid Epidemic
$7.6 million federal grant approved for second year
Nov 3rd, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Signs Bill Banning Synthetic Types of Fentanyl
The bill adds forms of fentanyl to the synthetic opiates category under Schedule I.
Nov 3rd, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Good Government is Everybody’s Business
Ernst-Ulrich Franzen's parting message to politicians: "We’ll be watching."
Nov 3rd, 2017 by Ernst-Ulrich Franzen
Governor Walker Applauds Brakebush Brothers Inc. Expansion in Marquette County
Company expects to create 200-plus jobs, invest $86 million as it adds new production lines
Nov 2nd, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Gun Lobby Supports Young Hunters
NRA, which has donated millions to state politicians, supports bill eliminating age limit.
Nov 2nd, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
State’s Prison Costs Still Growing
Wisconsin has highest incarceration rate in Midwest, prison costs 12% higher than national average.
Nov 1st, 2017 by Tamarine Cornelius
Governor Walker Announces New Water Technology Partnerships
The Water Council signs two agreements to increase collaboration during trade mission
Nov 1st, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Is Wisconsin’s Economy “On Fire”?
Walker says so in new ad that slams Illinois. Is its claim true or false?
Nov 1st, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
School Will Become Apartment Complex
Former 37th Street School will be turned into 50 senior apartments, 10 townhomes.
Nov 1st, 2017 by Graham Kilmer
Public Policy Forum and Wisconsin Taxpayers Alliance to Merge
Researchers at the new group will continue to focus on issues important to state government, local government, schools, Metro Milwaukee, and Wisconsin’s economy.
Nov 1st, 2017 by Public Policy Forum
Wisconsin’s Water Technology Sector Highlighted During Governor Walker’s Trade Mission to Israel
State water technology leaders join governor highlighting state’s strengths
Oct 31st, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Their Trick is No Treat for Wisconsin’s Natural Resources
Big Money Polluters Masquerading as Environmental Advocates
Oct 31st, 2017 by Wisconsin Conservation Voters
Why Not Gov. Walker State Park?
If it embodies his style of serving the public, oh what a park it will be.
Oct 31st, 2017 by Paul Mamerow
Report Shows Wisconsin’s Share of $1.4 Trillion in U.S. Student Loan Debt Tops $24 Billion
As Debt Rises, Support Grows for Legislation to Allow Borrowers to Refinance
Oct 31st, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Voter Suppression Hurts Everyone
New research shows votes -- for both blacks and whites -- were suppressed in 2016.
Oct 31st, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Governor Walker Meets with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
Discussions with key government leaders kick off trade mission
Oct 30th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Invites Students to Decorate the State Capitol Christmas Tree
Ornaments symbolizing the Capitol building and its 100th birthday will be displayed on the 2017 State Capitol Christmas Tree.
Oct 27th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Wisconsin Jewish Federations Statement on Anti-Discrimination Order
Wisconsin Jewish Federations Praise Executive Order #261
Oct 27th, 2017 by Milwaukee Jewish Federation
Governor Walker Reaffirms Support for Israel, Prohibits Discriminatory Boycotts of Israel in State Contracting
"We stand firmly against discrimination in any form and we wholly support our friends in Israel."
Oct 27th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
DNR Opens Huge Forest to ATV Drivers
200 miles of new routes in North Woods. Big victory for big lobbyist, ATV company Polaris.
Oct 27th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Governor Walker Appoints Kevin Klein to Serve as Price County Circuit Court Judge
Kevin Klein has lived and worked in Price County since 1981.
Oct 27th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Gov. Scott Walker’s Foxconn Deal Widely Unpopular Amongst Wisconsinites
"Wisconsinites are too smart for this shell game Governor Walker is playing."
Oct 26th, 2017 by Andy Gronik
Governor Walker, WEDC Secretary Hogan Depart Friday for Trade Mission to Israel
Trip to focus on attracting investment, developing partnerships in water technology sector
Oct 26th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
GOP Water Grabbers At It Again
Republican Tom Tiffany targets Public Trust doctrine that protects our waters.
Oct 26th, 2017 by James Rowen
New Poll Finds Overwhelming, Bipartisan Support Among Wisconsin Voters for Allowing Student Loan Refinancing
Republicans Blocking Legislation ‘On the Wrong Side on the Policy and the Politics’
Oct 26th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
The Secrets of Foxconn
Walker administration won’t release details of massive subsidy until after contract is signed.
Oct 26th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
New Poll Shows Scott Walker Losing in 2018, Matt Flynn Responds
"I would be the best candidate to unseat Walker."
Oct 26th, 2017 by Matt Flynn
Matt Flynn Makes Statement on the Corrupt Handling of the Foxconn Contract by Walker’s WEDC
Flynn says he’s not surprised there are major problems with the handling of the contract, given WEDC’s history of mismanagement and corruption
Oct 25th, 2017 by Matt Flynn
Matt Flynn’s East Side Eschweiler
Gubernatorial candidate has lovely home, lovely location, but won't let assessor in.
Oct 25th, 2017 by Michael Horne
Walker jobs agency leaves taxpayers in the dark
"Gov. Walker’s jobs agency continues to demonstrate its inability to manage the largest taxpayer-funded giveaway to a foreign corporation in U.S. history."
Oct 25th, 2017 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Governor Walker Announces DNR Forestry Headquarters Move to Rhinelander
The Chief State Forester will move to the DNR-owned facility north of Highway 29 by January 1, 2018.
Oct 25th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Koch Brothers Want Less Local Control
GOP bill would limit city, county control over substandard lots.
Oct 25th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
The WEDC: As Transparent as Trump with his Tax Return
"The WEDC has been the kid left in the candy store after it closed."
Oct 24th, 2017 by State Rep. Jimmy Anderson
Audit of Walker jobs agency intensifies Foxconn concerns
Troubled jobs agency remains unable to verify job numbers
Oct 24th, 2017 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Bowen to Walker: Stop trying to silence NFL players
"His moves to stoke anger and resentment are as cynical as politics gets."
Oct 24th, 2017 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Walker’s 2018 Campaign Baggage Is Heavy
The negative issues and squabbles he must handle keep growing.
Oct 24th, 2017 by James Rowen
Barrett Versus the Backdrop Boys
Or how police-fire benefits are driving the city budget crisis.
Oct 24th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Walker Administration Keeps Details of Foxconn Deal Secret as Agency Entrusted With Overseeing Deal Subject of Another Critical Review
‘People of Wisconsin Are Correct to Think They’re Getting Scammed’
Oct 24th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
