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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Wisconsin’s Average Student Loan Burden Tops $30,000 in Latest National Study, State Remains in Top Ten for Percentage of Grads With Debt
Over Two-Thirds of Class of 2016 Leave College With More Than Just a Diploma
Sep 20th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Governor Walker Applauds Right to Work Appeals Court Ruling
Governor Scott Walker issued the following statement today after the Wisconsin Court of Appeals District III ruled Wisconsin’s Right to Work law as constitutional
Sep 19th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Walker picks Foxconn over Wisconsin schools and roads
Senate Democratic leaders released the following statements critical of Gov. Scott Walker’s decision to sign the largest taxpayer giveaway to a foreign corporation in U.S. history
Sep 18th, 2017 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Governor Walker Signs Wisconn Valley Special Session Bill into Law
Governor Scott Walker today signed the Wisconn Valley Special Session Bill into law.
Sep 18th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Mr. Gou – Your Turn
An open letter to the chairman of Foxconn.
Sep 18th, 2017 by Steven Walters
AFP – WI Praises Governor Walker, Senate Conservatives for Improving State Budget
Walker pledges to veto shady PFA power grab targeted by AFP activists
Sep 17th, 2017 by AFP Wisconsin
Governor Walker Releases Statement on Senate Passage of State Budget
"Thank you to the members of the State Senate for approving our budget that will put more actual dollars into K-12 education than ever before"
Sep 17th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Wraps Up Trade Mission to Japan, South Korea
Governor, Wisconsin delegation meet with 200-plus leaders during trip; agreements signed to forge new partnerships with South Korean companies
Sep 15th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Republicans Want Activist Judges?
Bill pushes judges to overrule local laws that violate “spirit” of state statutes.
Sep 15th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
How Legislature is Bypassing the Courts
Foxconn law builds on 2013 law that restricts court review of state legislation.
Sep 15th, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
Governor Walker Applauds Legislature for Approving Wisconn Valley Special Session Bill
The bill now moves to Governor Walker’s desk for his signature.
Sep 14th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
South Korean Technology Startups to Receive Training, Support in New Business Accelerator Program in Milwaukee
10 companies will work with Mid-West Energy Research Consortium this fall
Sep 14th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Arrives in South Korea for Second Leg of Trade Mission
Meeting with South Korean prime minister slated for Friday
Sep 13th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Releases Statement on Bipartisan Senate Passage of Wisconn Valley Special Session Legislation
Walker statement on Foxconn incentive package.
Sep 12th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Encourages Japanese Business Leaders to Consider Investing in Wisconsin
Governor hosts “Wisconsin Opportunity” events, meets privately with business leaders as part of eight-day trade mission
Sep 12th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
9 Roads Funding Proposals That Died
All were supposed to solve transportation budget impasse. None did.
Sep 11th, 2017 by Steven Walters
State Budget Is Good, Bad for Biking
Includes a last minute, anonymous proposal hostile to cyclists, pedestrians.
Sep 11th, 2017 by Dave Cieslewicz
Governor Walker Arrives in Japan to Kick Off Trade Mission
Governor leading state delegation in eight-day trip to increase exports, encourage foreign investment in Wisconsin
Sep 11th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Remembrance of Those Lost on September 11, 2001
Governor Scott Walker issued Executive Order #253 lowering flags to half-staff in memory of the victims of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on New York City, Washington, D.C., and United Airlines Flight 93.
Sep 11th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Foxconn Deal Suspends Judicial Rules
Proposal allows company to skip lower courts, appeal directly to state Supreme Court.
Sep 11th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Governor Walker Authorizes Wisconsin National Guard to Assist Florida Ahead of Hurricane Irma
The order also temporarily waives certain federal and state regulations for interstate and intrastate carriers providing direct emergency relief and assistance relating to Hurricane Irma.
Sep 8th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Issues Executive Order Relating to Hurricane Harvey Relief
"This order will loosen certain restrictions to help carriers transport vital emergency relief supplies more efficiently"
Sep 8th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Appoints Andrew Hitt to Serve as Judicial Selection Advisory Committee Chair
Andrew Hitt currently serves as partner and chief operating officer of Michael Best Strategies, LLC, and senior counsel at Michael Best & Friedrich, LLP, where he is a senior member of the firm’s government and regulatory law team.
Sep 8th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Bill Restricts Local Control Over Sand Mines
Fracking industry donated big money to Walker, GOP legislators.
Sep 8th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Governor Walker Departs Saturday for Trade Mission to Japan, South Korea
Eight-day trip to focus on attracting investment to Wisconsin, boosting state exports
Sep 7th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Republicans Heap Hate On Streetcar
Three different legislative changes to oppose the project; all will have no impact.
Sep 7th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Gov. Walker’s economic depression
Families losing hope as Wisconsin suffers through another dismal jobs report
Sep 7th, 2017 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Regents Gave 100 Times More to GOP
UW Regents and spouses gave $214,000 to Republican politicians, $2,050 to Democrats.
Sep 7th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Governor Walker Announces Gold Standard Baking Expansion into Kenosha County
WEDC incentives to support construction of $42 million facility in Pleasant Prairie
Sep 7th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Appoints Melinda Tempelis to Serve as Outagamie County District Attorney
Tempelis served Outagamie County as a prosecutor for nearly 15 years, the last 10 of which she served as the deputy district attorney.
Sep 6th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Should State Look Beyond Manufacturing?
Rustbelt jobs have steadily declined since 1990. State should look elsewhere for answers.
Sep 6th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
Governor Scott Walker Seeks Applicants for Milwaukee County Sheriff
The appointment will fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Sheriff David A. Clarke, Jr.
Sep 6th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Tens of Thousands Losing Food Stamps
Walker decision not to renew waivers on FoodShare time limits cut off their benefits.
Sep 6th, 2017 by Jabril Faraj
GOP Puts $3 Billion Foxconn Thumb on Scales of Justice
Latest Scheme Moves Any Legal Appeals Against Taiwanese Company Directly to Walker/WMC-Controlled Supreme Court
Sep 5th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
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
