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 MilliporeSigma Plans for Expansion
Company to invest $60 million, create 175 jobs across the state
Sep 5th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
A Tale of Two Millennials
Two young Assembly reps in each party, two very different tales.
Sep 5th, 2017 by Steven Walters
Community Groups Hail Clarke’s Resignation
Anti-Clarke groups declare victory, push Walker on replacement he appoints.
Sep 5th, 2017 by Jabril Faraj
Construction Industry Has Huge Capitol Clout
$11 million political in donations helps get policies to reduce safety measures in buildings.
Sep 5th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Will Walker Learn From Hurricane Harvey?
Texas ignored good planning and impact of climate change. The results are clear.
Sep 4th, 2017 by James Rowen
In Multi-Agency Effort, Wisconsin Sends Resources to Hurricane Harvey
"Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims as they recover from this devastating storm."
Sep 1st, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
New Locomotives for Amtrak
Will provide big benefit to other Midwestern states, why not Wisconsin?
Sep 1st, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Governor Walker Participates in Angelic Bakehouse Groundbreaking
Angelic Bakehouse sells a variety of baked goods made from sprouted grains, with non-GMO ingredients, and no artificial sweeteners, fats, or preservatives.
Sep 1st, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Gov. Walker’s Favorite Right Wing Foundations Funding Gov. Walker’s Favorite Professor
‘Add Professor Williams to the List of Their Pro-Walker Expenditures’
Sep 1st, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Don’t Cut Historic Tax Credits
They’re Walker's most successful economic development program. So why would he cut them?
Sep 1st, 2017 by State Sen. Jon Erpenbach
Sheriff David Clarke’s Resignation is a Victory for Milwaukee
In response to Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke’s resignation, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) issued the following statement:
Aug 31st, 2017 by U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore
Governor Walker Proclaims Supper Club Day in Wisconsin
Tourism Secretary Klett, Cabinet leadership join Governor Walker in recognizing Wisconsin’s iconic supper clubs
Aug 31st, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Walker administration misleads on environmental rollbacks for Foxconn
Memo confirms permit exemptions could apply to multiple businesses, or across whole state
Aug 31st, 2017 by Katrina Shankland
Joint Finance Okays School Choice Expansion
Powerful voucher lobby, including Betsy DeVos, has spent millions to support state politicians.
Aug 31st, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
SeniorCare anniversary a reminder of program’s success
Dems urge legislative action to protect and extend popular Rx drug program
Aug 31st, 2017 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Wisconsin Exports Up 8.2% in First Half of 2017
"We're seeing success across the board." – Gov. Walker
Aug 30th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker to Lead Trade Mission to Israel This Fall
Wisconsin businesses invited to take part in eight-day trip
Aug 30th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Foxconn Creates A Job … for Top Scott Walker Campaign Consultant
Synergy Walker Style as Firm Lobbying for Massive State Subsidy for Foxconn Hires Governor’s Campaign Manager, Head of Presidential Run PAC
Aug 29th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Newest Deal Shows Foxconn Flaws
Walker spends 11 times more per job on Foxconn than Haribo candy company?
Aug 29th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Governor Walker Statement on DNR Secretary Cathy Stepp
"Cathy is a strong, trusted reformer who will serve the country well at the EPA."
Aug 29th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
GOP Plan Puts Education Last, Fails to Remediate Walker’s Historic Cuts
"The refusal of the Walker administration and the Republican-led budget committee to fully restore cuts to K-12 education is reprehensible."
Aug 28th, 2017 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Would Democratic Governor Kill Foxconn Deal?
Democratic candidates for governor oppose deal. Could they kill it if elected?
Aug 28th, 2017 by Steven Walters
Made in America, Right Here in Wisconsin
Governor Walker Joins Empire Level to Celebrate Commitment to Growth in Wisconsin
Aug 28th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Evers Hits Bad Walker-Trump Foxconn Deal In New Radio Ad
First ad of the Governor's race to play in Milwaukee, Green Bay, & Wausau
Aug 28th, 2017 by Gov. Tony Evers
Governor Walker Appoints Shaughnessy Murphy to Serve on the Eau Claire County Circuit Court
Shaughnessy Murphy was an attorney at Ruder Ware L.L.S.C. where he advised clients on a wide variety of business and transactional matters.
Aug 28th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker, First Lady Tonette Walker Host 25th Annual Gift of Life Medal Ceremony
Ceremony honors those who have given life through organ, tissue, eye donations
Aug 25th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Foxconn, Biking and State Roads
$3 billion spent on transportation would create more jobs, fix all roads, add bike lanes.
Aug 25th, 2017 by Dave Cieslewicz
On Women’s Equality Day, Representative Lisa Subeck Calls for End to Republican Roll-Backs of Women’s Rights and Voting Rights
"I look forward to the day when women are truly equal."
Aug 25th, 2017 by State Rep. Lisa Subeck
Governor Walker Applauds JFC Vote to Eliminate the State Portion of the Property Tax Levy
"We are eliminating an entire tax."
Aug 24th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Washington State Representative Offers Warning for Wisconsin on Foxconn
Without Safeguards, Wisconsin Schools and Main Street Businesses Will Pay for Scott Walker – Paul Ryan Recklessness for Generations
Aug 24th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Governor Walker Unveils $11.1 Million in Small Business Financing
Which will provide new financing opportunities for the Transform Milwaukee area as well as statewide.
Aug 23rd, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Paper Peddles Bogus Foxconn Report
Puffed-up report by Walker crony swallowed whole by Journal Sentinel.
Aug 23rd, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Tony Evers Kicks Off Campaign For Governor Promising To Invest In Middle Class And Unite Wisconsin
"Enough is enough. If I am elected to serve as your Governor, the politics of division stop on day one."
Aug 23rd, 2017 by Gov. Tony Evers
HARIBO reaches incentive agreement with state for new manufacturing complex in Kenosha County
German candy-maker to build first North American manufacturing facility in Pleasant Prairie
Aug 23rd, 2017 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Conservatives Should Favor Gas Tax Hike
And many do. But a minority of legislators are calling the shots.
Aug 22nd, 2017 by George Mitchell
Governor Walker Highlights Opportunities Foxconn Brings for Wisconsin’s Healthcare Industry
"Foxconn is a transformational opportunity for our state and top industries like manufacturing, construction, and healthcare."
Aug 22nd, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Releases Statement on Public Hearing Relating to Drug Screening FSET Participants
Following the hearing, all public comments will be summarized and responded to in a Legislative Report.
Aug 21st, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker’s Foxconn Scheme Doesn’t Add Up
Governor Walker’s Foxconn legislation authorizes up to $2.85 billion payments to Foxconn.
Aug 21st, 2017 by State Rep. Chris Taylor
Foxconn Biggest Deal in State History
Review of past deals shows its 35 times more than biggest prior state payout.
Aug 21st, 2017 by Steven Walters
Statewide Online Tool Assists Wisconsin Companies Seeking to Do Business with Foxconn
Supply Chain Marketplace provides new way to showcase state businesses
Aug 21st, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
The Senate Must be The Grownups in the Room… Again.
"Again, I am respectfully requesting Senator Fitzgerald to act responsibly and slow down this process."
Aug 21st, 2017 by State Sen. Tim Carpenter
Walker Ignores Biking on State Committee
No biking, pedestrian representatives on autonomous vehicles committee.
Aug 21st, 2017 by Dave Cieslewicz
The Many Broken Promises of Foxconn
Why give away billions to a company that can’t be trusted?
Aug 20th, 2017 by State Rep. David Bowen
State leaders, local officials to celebrate downtown successes on Wisconsin Main Street Day, Aug. 22
#WIMainSt Day tour featuring Lt. Gov. Kleefisch and other leaders comes as state announces newest members of downtown revitalization program
Aug 18th, 2017 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Will Billionaire Terry Gou Show to Ask for His $3 Billion from Wisconsin?
Independent fact checkers have confirmed that this $3 billion represents the largest subsidy by a state to a foreign company in American history.
Aug 18th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Governor Walker Releases Statement on Bipartisan Assembly Passage of Wisconn Valley Special Session Legislation
"As the world’s largest electronics manufacturer, Foxconn’s $10 billion investment and 13,000 new jobs will be transformational"
Aug 18th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Republican Agenda Puts Corporate Welfare Package for Taiwanese Company Ahead of our Public Schools
Hesselbein votes against boondoggle proposal that will hamstring state budgets for years to come
Aug 17th, 2017 by State Senate Democratic Leader Dianne Hesselbein
Statement from Rep. Barca on the Assembly Passage of Foxconn Bill
"Along with my Democratic colleagues, I’ll work tirelessly to make this a better deal."
Aug 17th, 2017 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Rep. Mark Spreitzer pushes to protect Wisconsin taxpayers
"Due to Governor Walker’s weak negotiating, Wisconsin will be forced to use taxpayer dollars to write Foxconn yearly checks for up to $312 million..."
Aug 17th, 2017 by State Sen. Mark Spreitzer
More Republican Dark Money to 527 Groups
GOP donors give $1.2 million, Democrats give $824,000 in first half of 2017.
Aug 17th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Facts on Foxconn Trump Proponents’ Protestations Deal Would Benefit Wisconsin
‘Anyone Voting for This Historically Bad Deal Has a Lot of Explaining to Do to Their Constituents’
Aug 17th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Richard Uihlein, GOP Kingmaker
Should one billionaire dictate the Republican candidate for U.S. Senate?
Aug 17th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Foxconn Debate Cheat Sheet
Foxconn has not invested $10 billion over the last five years on all of its factories combined.
Aug 17th, 2017 by State Rep. Gordon Hintz
$3 Billion Foxconn Boondoggle Sells Out Wisconsin’s Future to Foreign Corporation
"Plainly and simply, the Foxconn giveaway is a bad deal for the people of Wisconsin."
Aug 17th, 2017 by State Rep. Lisa Subeck
How to Get a Better Deal From Foxconn
Company is a famously hard-nosed negotiator. State must be, too.
Aug 17th, 2017 by John Torinus
Wisconsin Republicans Need to Answer: ‘Do You Still Support Trump’
Scott Walker Won’t, Will Assembly Republicans?
Aug 17th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Barrett Seeks State Okay for City Sales Tax
Says city budget “not sustainable,” big police cuts certain without new revenue source.
Aug 17th, 2017 by Dave Fidlin
Nomad’s History Goes Back to 1880s
"Soft-drink parlor" of 1920s now has soccer-themed, international ambience.
Aug 16th, 2017 by Michael Horne
MPS Expands Program Connecting Youth to Jobs
$225,000 grant will grow the program to serve 250 students, up from 50 the previous year
Aug 16th, 2017 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Gov. Walker’s Refusal to Disavow Trump Is Not Just Cowardice, It Is a Pattern of Behavior
Walker Record of Attacking Rights of People of Color for Political Gain Stretches Back Decades
Aug 16th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
MacIver Attack on WISDOT Slammed
Gottlieb, former transportation head, refutes claims of wasteful spending.
Aug 16th, 2017 by George Mitchell
Proposal Limits Schools’ Energy Efficiency
186 districts have funded money-saving projects since 2009; legislation would restrict this.
Aug 16th, 2017 by Tamarine Cornelius
Governor Walker Moderates Foxconn Roundtable Discussion in Green Bay
Joins government, business, and education leaders in discussing impact Foxconn will have on workforce development in Wisconsin
Aug 16th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Statement on the Potential Withholding of Wisconsin’s ACA Cost Sharing Reductions
CBO report states ending the Cost Sharing Reductions for insurers will result in the increase of premiums by 20% in 2018 and 25% by 2020.
Aug 15th, 2017 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Trump Impacts Dairy Farms, Milwaukee Police
Crackdown on illegal immigrants, “sanctuary cities” may force changes in county and state.
Aug 15th, 2017 by Andrew Becker and Patrick Michels
WEDC, regional organizations launch statewide initiative to address workforce development needs
Statewide expansion of web-based platform will enable local employers to engage directly with students and help build talent pipeline
Aug 15th, 2017 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Governor Walker Requests SBA Disaster Declaration After July Floods in Southeast Wisconsin
Declaration would provide low-interest loans to eligible individuals and businesses
Aug 15th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Rep. Jimmy Anderson Calls on Governor Walker to Forcefully Denounce White Nationalists
"I am angry and disappointed with Governor Walker for his response to the events in Charlottesville."
Aug 15th, 2017 by State Rep. Jimmy Anderson
Statement on the Violence in Charlottesville
"Democrats across Wisconsin will continue to build bridges, not walls."
Aug 14th, 2017 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Moody’s State Debt Upgrade is Perplexing
Walker says it’s due to his reforms. But... the deficit is rising.
Aug 14th, 2017 by George Mitchell
10 Tough Questions About Foxconn Deal
Why legislators are squirming about whether to vote for it.
Aug 14th, 2017 by Steven Walters
Grassroots Group Targets Sheriff Clarke
But Clarke calls group’s leaders “mush-minds” and “rabble rousers.”
Aug 14th, 2017 by Jabril Faraj
Generac Power Systems to Expand Operations in Wisconsin
WEDC support will help the company create 400 jobs over five years
Aug 14th, 2017 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Did Foxconn Lobby Illegally?
Began meeting with state officials in April, didn’t register as lobbyist until August.
Aug 12th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Governor Walker Appoints Jeff Lyon to Lead DATCP as Interim Secretary
Effective Monday, August 14, 2017.
Aug 11th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Renegotiate the Foxconn Deal
Need firm guarantees on number of jobs and range of wages.
Aug 11th, 2017 by Matt Flynn
Stop outsourcing before expanding tax breaks
Accountability lacking at Walker agency overseeing Foxconn deal
Aug 11th, 2017 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Walker Signs Koch-Backed Anti-Regulation Law
State agencies now have less power to protect environment, consumer rights, public health.
Aug 11th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Will Party Loyalty Trump Common Sense for Gov. Walker and Attorney General Brad Schimel on Opioid Addiction Crisis?
Walker and Schimel Owe Wisconsin Answers
Aug 11th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Will Stepp Join U.S. EPA Wrecking Crew?
Her radical reshaping of state DNR may make her the perfect candidate.
Aug 10th, 2017 by James Rowen
Governor Walker Announces $840,000 Coastal Resilience Grant for Lake Michigan Communities
The new project will support efforts to map shoreline recession to improve hazard planning and provide guidance on options to protect coastal property.
Aug 10th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Walker’s Desperate Deal With Foxconn
No governor in state history would have offered such a massive giveaway.
Aug 10th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Foxconn Deal Flounders in State Legislature
Delays in State Assembly and Questions About Votes in State Senate Follow Independent Analysis Revealing Deal’s Costs for Wisconsin Taxpayers
Aug 10th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Who Are State’s Dark Money Leaders?
MMAC, Chris Abele, liberal Greater Wisconsin Committee lead the way in 2017.
Aug 10th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Building Commission Approves Projects
The Building Commission is chaired by Governor Walker.
Aug 9th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Signs REINS Act into Law at Wausau Region Chamber of Commerce
Senate Bill 15 makes several changes to the administrative rulemaking process.
Aug 9th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Walker’s Health Care Gamble Exposes State
He bet on health care exchanges and against expanding Medicaid, which could hurt Wisconsin.
Aug 9th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
Joanna Beilman-Dulin Joins One Wisconsin Now as New Research Director
Beilman-Dulin comes to One Wisconsin Now with more than a decade of experience in Wisconsin politics.
Aug 9th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
If ‘Ifs’ and ‘Buts’ Are Candies and Nuts We’ll Have Foxconn Deal Paid Off in 2043
Nonpartisan Analysis Finds Gov. Scott Walker’s Foxconn Deal Would At Earliest Pay Back in 2043, Possibly Much Later
Aug 9th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Statement from Rep. Barca on New Fiscal Analysis of Proposed Foxconn Deal
"I’m extremely concerned about the cost to Wisconsin taxpayers."
Aug 8th, 2017 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Rep. Hintz Statement on Foxconn Cost to Taxpayers
"As the LFB memo shows, if this multi-billion dollar tax deal goes as planned, taxpayers would pay one billion dollars more to Foxconn than the state would take in for the first 15 years."
Aug 8th, 2017 by State Rep. Gordon Hintz
Bill Has $10 Million Giveaway to Fiserv
Included in Foxconn bill. Fiserv employees donated $15,400 to state politicians.
Aug 8th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Buyers’ Remorse for Voucher Backers
School choice backers donated generously to Walker, but he’s vacillated on the issue.
Aug 7th, 2017 by George Mitchell
Diane Hendricks, Savior of Beloit?
New York Times glowing story on billionaire doesn’t mention her tax breaks.
Aug 7th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Foxconn announcement spotlights our transit problem
Statement of Alderman Cavalier Johnson - August 7, 2017
Aug 7th, 2017 by Mayor Cavalier Johnson
Wisconsin’s Financial Outlook Receives Historic Upgrade
"Since taking office in 2011, we focused on fiscal responsibility and our state’s finances have significantly improved as a result."
Aug 4th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Donald Trump Undermines Bipartisan Wisconsin Selection Process to Nominate Gov. Walker Crony to Federal Judicial Seat
‘The Wrong Way to Put the Wrong Person on the Federal Bench’
Aug 4th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Governor Walker Releases Statement Regarding Michael Brennan’s Nomination to United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit
"Mike Brennan has proven himself a dedicated public servant to the people of Wisconsin."
Aug 4th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
What Does the Foxconn CEO Say About His Employees?
ICYMI: Report Uncovers CEO of Manufacturer Being Wooed by Wisconsin Referred to Employees as ‘Animals’ and Solicited Management Advice From Zoo Director
Aug 4th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Governor Walker Announces Broadband Expansion Grant Recipients
"Internet access is a critical component of education, telemedicine, e-commerce, agribusiness, and tourism, just to name a few."
Aug 4th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
