Scott Walker

Governor Walker Announces Cheese as Official State Dairy

Governor signs two bills into law at Mineral Point Elementary

Walker Is No Tommy Thompson

But in his less inclusive, more political way, he may be just as successful.

How MMAC Peddles Influence

Milwaukee business group has spent $2.4 million on campaigns and lobbying.

Governor Walker Signs High Capacity Well Legislation Into Law

It is Act 10.

Local Leaders Demand Clarke’s Removal

Legislators, community leaders call on Gov. Walker to remove sheriff from office.

Records Reveal UW-Madison Professor Defending Scott Walker’s Failed Tax Policies Sought Role With Scott Walker’s Presidential Campaign

Another Example of Republican Rhetoric on Campus Climate Failing to Meet Reality

Wisconsin Loses More Manufacturing Jobs as GOP tax giveaway hits $299 million a year

The dramatic dip in manufacturing job creation comes at nearly the same time the so-called Manufacturing and Agriculture Tax Credit is now fully phased in.

How to Elect a New Governor

We need a progressive, Bernie Sanders-style candidate.

Rep. Hesselbein: The Walker Economy Continues to Disappoint

“Gold Standard” job data shows 2016 was the worst year for job growth under Gov. Walker

Trump Great Lakes Cuts Hurt Supporters

Great Lakes governors who supported him own that massive cut in Great Lakes funding.

WHEDA provides a housing grant to help tornado victims in Rusk, Barron, and Jackson counties

WHEDA’s Natural Disaster Grants are used to assist with short-term, emergency housing needs.

Governor Walker Congratulates Sentry Theater Project SEARCH Graduates

Project SEARCH is a business-led internship program providing employment opportunities in the workplace environment to Wisconsin youth with disabilities.

GOP tries to hide another dismal jobs report

WI lost nearly 4,000 manufacturing jobs in 2016 and ranked dead last in start-ups

Wisconsin Needs A Straight Answer From Gov. Scott Walker After Trumpcare CBO Score

The CBO found the premiums could rise as much as 700 percent for low-income seniors.

Governor Walker Discusses Workforce Development Efforts at Central Wisconsin Regional Talent Summit

Governor Walker’s 2017-2019 biennial budget proposal invests in workforce development by increasing funding for Wisconsin Fast Forward by $12.6 million over two years.

Sand Plant Will Destroy Rare Wetlands

Approved by DNR. Law firm pushing for it generous to Walker.

Positive Poverty News Clearly Shows a Job and Economic Growth are the Keys to Ending Poverty, Not Government Programs

Market income poverty fell by 1.5 percent, and the official poverty rate also dropped.

Governor Walker on State Transportation Budget: “Get it Done”

If the Legislature separates transportation from the overall budget process, projects across our state could face delays.

Governor Walker Signs Music Festival Bill Into Law

Assembly Bill 194 adds music festivals to the list of exceptions for venues in which a person under 21 years of age may attend without the presence of their parent, legal guardian, or spouse.

Dayton Opposes Walker Approach

Gov. Walker killed paid sick days. Gov. Dayton of Minnesota won’t.

MillerCoors Loves Scott Walker

He gets $72,000 from its employees and $32,000 from Mills Fleet Farm.

Governor Walker Honors Fallen Law Enforcement Officers at Rusk County Law Enforcement Memorial Service

Rice Lake Native Foster Friess Donates $1 Million for Tornado Relief Fund Following Recent Destruction in Northwestern Wisconsin

Speaker Vos Announces Creation of Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership

"This center will promote an even more rigorous debate of the current issues and hopefully, bipartisan solutions."

State Budget Committee Democrats Make a Stand for Student Loan Borrowers

Amendment to Allow Student Loan Borrowers to Refinance, Just Like You Can With a Mortgage, Would Put State on Road to Reform

Democrats Respond to 53 Percent Increase in Municipal Projects Going Out of State

From January to April 2016, $20.9 million in municipal contracts were awarded to out-of-state companies compared to $32 million during the same time period in 2017.

We Like Suburban Segregation

Governments have long enabled metro area's biases.

Bill Pushed by Odd Couple

Polar opposites back “Mobility grants” to help unemployed move to get jobs.

Wisconsin Is a Top 10 State

For reducing tax burden, ACT scores and high school graduation rate.

MillerCoors Expands 10th Street Brewery

Walker, Barrett hail expanded facility, which will grow ten-fold.

Governor Walker Announces Winner of 34th Annual Virginia Hart Special Recognition Award

The annual award is given in honor of Virginia Hart, Wisconsin’s first female cabinet member.

Walker Gets $51,000 From Six Companies

And they get $25 million in grants, credits from WEDC.

No Politics at $900 Million Right Wing Bradley Foundation?

Email Undermines Former Bradley Head’s Allegation He Was ‘Careful’ to Separate Politics from Day Job

Governor Walker Announces Creation of Steering Committee to Study Automated Vehicles

"Wisconsin is uniquely positioned to study, test, and develop automated and connected vehicle technology."

Clarke Shouldn’t Get National Promotion

County Jail deaths on his watch disqualify him from Homeland Security Job.

Governor Walker’s Statement on Wisconsin’s 3.2% Unemployment Rate – Lowest Since February 2000

"We have worked hard since 2011 to get our state's economy back on track, and today's news is further evidence we are continuing to move Wisconsin forward."

Additional state funding for foot and bike officers – a plus for Milwaukee

Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan May 18, 2017

Rep. Bowen’s Statement on Trump Appointment of Sheriff Clarke

"It is positive news that Milwaukee County now has the opportunity to have an actual Sheriff."

Hendricks Not Paying Property Taxes?

The billionaire's Rock County mansion doesn't appear on tax rolls.

Walker’s Economic Disaster Corporation Still In Chaos

It isn't the first time Gov. Walker's flagship job creation agency has shown an inability to do its duties on behalf of the taxpayers.

Legislators’ Choice: Common Sense Protections of Students or Gov. Walker’s Way

Walker Plan to Gut Student Protection From Predatory For Profit Colleges Up for Vote Before State Legislature’s Budget Committee

WEDC Audit Reveals Continued Dereliction, Insubordination

Governor Walker agency continues economic discouragement and taxpayer dollar malfeasance

Bill Buries State Regulations

After 7 years they would expire. Kochs and WMC back the bill.

Bradley Foundation Breaking the Law?

Hacked files show foundation may violate ban on political activity.

Rep. David Bowen calls on Governor Walker not to enforce Voter ID Disenfranchisement law for 2018 elections

In the 2012 Presidential election, the City of Milwaukee had 41,000 more ballots cast than the 2016 election, a turnout reduction that very possibly correlates with the Republican Voter ID law.

The Brown Water Republicans

GOP convention at Dells water park highlights environmental failings.

Gov. Scott Walker Largest Benefactor Of Betsy DeVos Led Campaign To Unfairly Fund Unaccountable Private Schools

"For six years, Gov. Walker has come up with excuse after excuse for making historic cuts to public education..."

Kooyenga Flat Tax Rejected

Walker, GOP slam his gas sales tax and flat income tax proposal.

Trumpcare Can Be Stopped

It drastically reduces health coverage. Senate could, should resist it.

Republican Convention Shows Why Wisconsin Needs New Leadership

Republican leaders lauded President Trump's health care bill which will mean real harm for Americans across our nation while doling out massive tax giveaways for the rich.

Fish Farm Regulations Rolled Back

Big business lobby wants it, legislature approves it, will Walker sign it?

Governor Walker’s Greatest Accomplishment: Shrunken Middle Class

"For 8 long years, Governor Walker and Republicans in Madison have driven our families further from success."

Wisconsin Republican Party Opposing Common Sense Student Loan Debt Reform Gathers for State Convention on University of Wisconsin Graduation Weekend

Policies of Scott Walker and GOP Making Student Loan Debt Crisis Worse, Refuse to Help Borrowers Refinance Student Loans

Child Labor Law Passes

Teen work permits without parental okay approved. Will Walker sign it?

Governor Walker Addresses Wisconsin Conservation Congress at 83rd Annual Convention

"The Wisconsin Conservation Congress helps us protect our natural resources as well as manage and conserve our environment."

American Legion announces Milwaukee as host city in 2022

The convention’s 13,000 attendees will account for 17,700 room nights.

Shilling backs Health Care Protection Package

D.C. politics threaten health care access for Wisconsin families

Dem proposal to end Veteran Home fund raids rejected by GOP budget committee

Republican lawmakers on the budget-writing Joint Finance Committee rejected a Democratic proposal that would have prevented a $26 million funding raid.

Donald Trump Follows Up Baseless Accusations of Voting Impropriety With Sham Commission to Investigate Claims

‘A Blatantly Transparent Ploy on the Part of Trump to Justify Voter Suppression’

Wisconsin’s Deficit Is Growing

Walker cut deficit in half, but has since grown it, could hit $2.1 billion.

Businesses Want Wealthy Tax Cut

Bill gives $519 million in tax cuts to millionaires. MMAC favors it.

Governor Walker Announces 2017 Governor’s Export Achievement Award Winners

CMD Corporation, CONNOILS, Lucigen recognized for exporting excellence

Does Tax Credit Make State a Winner?

An Econ professor and Walker fan uses shaky research to say yes.

Governor Walker Celebrates Dedication and Opening of Frank Lloyd Wright Trail

Self-guided trail has garnered international attention since opening last fall

Governor Walker Honors Fallen Law Enforcement Officers

Johnsonville to expand global corporate headquarters in Sheboygan Falls

Support from WEDC helps secure company’s growth in Wisconsin

Governor Walker Seeks Applicants for Coroner of Buffalo County

Why Not a 4% Flat Tax for State?

Proposal drops income tax to 4% for all, adds sales tax on gas.

Governor Walker Attends Komatsu Mining Corporation Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

This marks the largest acquisition in Komatsu history and signifies marked growth in the company’s mining offerings.

Governor Walker Urges JFC Approval of Cost Saving Reform

Move to self-insurance will save state $60 million

Will Wisconsin Use Private Prisons?

Wisconsin's adult inmate population is expected to grow to 23,233 by mid-2019.

Prestige Metal Products to relocate operations to 85,000-square-foot facility in Village of Bristol

Company to move operations from northern Illinois to Kenosha County

Governor Walker Drops a Line in Cable for 52nd Annual Governor’s Fishing Opener

We’re ranked Number 1 in the Midwest for fun, family atmosphere, uniqueness, affordability, and outdoor recreation – and fishing is a huge part of that.

Gov. Walker Must Support Covering Wisconsinites With Pre-Existing Conditions

"The Governor should decline a waiver exempting insurance companies from prohibitions that help individuals with pre-existing conditions get the care they need."

One Wisconsin Now ‘Proud’ to be the Wisconsin-Focused Group on Bradley Foundation ‘Enemies List’

$900 Million Right Wing Slush Fund Cites One WI Now’s BradleyWatch.org In Secret Documents

Governor Walker Highlights Wisconsin Tourism’s $20 Billion Economy

Tourism industry up six consecutive years, adds 21,500 jobs to Wisconsin's economy

Republican “plan” fails workers, small businesses, and our roads

"...Republicans have proposed even more ways to make workers and businesses pay for their lack of leadership."

Rep. Neylon Issues Statement on REINS Act Passing Assembly Committee on State Affairs

Assembly Bill 42 will ensure unelected bureaucrats can no longer impose expensive rules on Wisconsin taxpayers without the necessary oversight from Wisconsin’s elected legislators.

Gov. Scott Walker Still Refuses To Act As Grand Jury Recommends Criminal Charges Against Sheriff Clarke’s Staff

"Unfortunately, this is right in line with Walker's record on public safety."

Can Governors Do Much About Economy?

Less than people think. But more, perhaps, than Walker is doing.

Wisconsin Governor declares Maestro Joseph Rescigno Day across the state

This spring, Joseph Rescigno is celebrating his 35th anniversary with the Florentine Opera.

Study on MAC Tax Credit Badly Flawed

Manufacturing and Agriculture credit goes to wealthy, not to job creation.

High-capacity well bill’s passage ensures ongoing groundwater conflicts

Bill gives away public groundwater for private benefit

Democratic leaders discouraged by limited response to opioid epidemic

Democratic amendments to increase rural access to treatment, expand health care coverage and improve treatment services were rejected by the majority party.

The Freedom to Work For Less

New labor law by Walker and GOP is all about “freedom”... Not.

The Incompetence of Brad Schimel

AG's handling of a voter fraud claim is an epic case of ineptitude.

Executive Residence 2017 Summer Public Tours Kick-Off June 1

The Wisconsin Executive Residence is located at 99 Cambridge Road on Madison’s northeast side in the Village of Maple Bluff.

Trump Should Go Big on Health Care

Turn states loose as innovators, create 50 different pilot plans.

Bear Hunters Association Has Big Clout

Donated $369,000, wants less rules on guns, no photos of hunters.

12 Key State Budget Decisions

Do you agree or disagree? Here’s your chance to make a difference.

Transportation Inaction Hurts State

By 2019 debt payments will have increased by 110%.

Governor Walker Appoints Ryan Ring to the UW System Board of Regents

Ryan Ring, a native of Green Bay, is currently a sophomore studying finance at the University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire.

Robbing General Fund for Roads?

Gas tax lagging; legislators may raid education, health care funding.

Abele Blasts State on Juvenile Prisons

State wants 21% hike in fees and more inmates at failing prisons.

Governor Walker announces over $83 million in payments to local governments

For calendar year 2017, local governments will share an estimated $433 million from the state transportation fund to build and maintain local roads and bridges.

ALEC and Wisconsin’s Economy

ALEC ranks state high for its policies, but they haven’t improved economy.

More Public School Funds for Vouchers

Walker gives voucher schools $283 million more, takes $93 million from public schools.

Student Debt Hits $1.4 Trillion

Solutions needed. Trump, Walker policies will drive debt level higher.

Clarke At Fault On County Jail

Inmate denied water for seven days? Walker should replace the sheriff.

Fitzgerald Applauds WHEDA Efforts to Combat Dairy Crisis

"I was pleased to hear that WHEDA has moved to implement one avenue through which the State of Wisconsin can assist the dozens of farmers impacted by the ongoing dairy crisis."