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 Appoints New Deputy Chief of Staff for Budget, Legislative, and Intergovernmental Affairs
Governor Walker’s current Deputy Chief of Staff for Budget, Legislative, and Intergovernmental Affairs, Cindy Polzin, will be leaving her role effective November 28, 2016.
Oct 31st, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Hard Right Dominates GOP Senate
Eight or nine senators could dictate much of Gov. Walker's 2017-19 state budget.
Oct 31st, 2016 by Steven Walters
Governor Walker Appoints District I Court of Appeals Judge
"Judge Dugan is an outstanding judge, and I’m thrilled to appoint him to the District I Court of Appeals."
Oct 27th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Why State’s MPS Takeover Plan Died
In changing state ratings to protect choice schools, Republicans ended up killing OSPP.
Oct 27th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Wisconsin State Patrol presents awards for heroism and commendable service
Recipients are from Strum, Ripon, Chippewa Falls, Whitewater, Madison
Oct 26th, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Governor announces $2 million emergency grant to S.S. Badger
Repairs needed on landing wall
Oct 26th, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Petri and Schultz Won’t Vote for Trump
Former Wisconsin congressman, former state senator are among long list of GOP dissenters.
Oct 26th, 2016 by Bill Kaplan
Governor Walker Announces Members of the Task Force on Opioid Abuse
Group to hold its first meeting on October 28 in Green Bay
Oct 25th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Is a County Wheel Tax Needed?
Abele says yes, board members are opposed. Who’s right?
Oct 25th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
The Nation report reveals Green Bay City Clerk Opposed an Early Voting Site at UW-Green Bay Because ‘Students Lean More Toward the Democrats’
‘There Are Partisans Trying to Deny Voters Their Access to the Ballot Box’
Oct 25th, 2016 by One Wisconsin Now
How Bad (or Good) is Hammes HQ Design?
Is it urban or suburban, Jeffersonian or Reaganesque? The debate has already begun.
Oct 24th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Gov. Walker’s Administration Maintains Billboards Only for Voter Intimidation, Not Voter Education
State rejects multiple suggestions for enhanced education outreach to help legal voters vote.
Oct 24th, 2016 by One Wisconsin Institute
At The Top of Their Class
Senate Democrats receive highest honors on Student Loan Scorecard.
Oct 24th, 2016 by Wisconsin State Senate Democratic Committee
Northern Wisconsin’s Decline in Children
In last five years, number of children dropped 3.2% statewide, but more than 10% in many northern counties.
Oct 23rd, 2016 by Tamarine Cornelius
All the Way With the WMC
Wisconsin Manufacturers honors 65 legislators who followed their dictates on 100% of votes.
Oct 22nd, 2016 by Matt Rothschild
Hammes Moving Downtown in 2018
Another company moving from suburbs to Downtown and with unusual architectural style.
Oct 21st, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Stockbridge-Munsee Urgently Calls Upon Governor Walker to Fairly Enforce State Gaming Compacts
It appears the Administration is applying different criteria to different tribes when considering the expansion of gaming in Wisconsin.
Oct 19th, 2016 by Stockbridge-Munsee Tribe
Wisconsin’s freight rail system key link in state’s economy
There are 10 railroads, including four major railroads, which operate more than 3,300 miles of track in the state.
Oct 18th, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Walker’s Lead Poisoned Politics
Lead paint manufacturer gives illegal donation; Walker protects companies from legal action.
Oct 18th, 2016 by Mary Bottari
Governor Walker Joins in Announcing Colbert Packaging Corporation to Establish Operations in Kenosha
Manufacturer expected to bring more than 100 new jobs to Wisconsin
Oct 18th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Donald Trump Is Scott Walker’s Apprentice on Phony Voter Fraud Claims
‘Will Walker Finally Admit He Was Trying to Rig Elections With Voter Suppression Bills?’
Oct 17th, 2016 by One Wisconsin Now
Citizen Action Applauds Federal Judge’s Action on Photo ID
“We believe that the Photo ID law inherently disenfranchises voters, and will ultimately be struck down as unconstitutional,” said Robert Kraig, Executive Director of Citizen Action of Wisconsin.
Oct 13th, 2016 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
Statement on the Passing of Senator Rick Gudex
Governor Scott Walker released the following statement today following news of the passing of Senator Rick Gudex
Oct 12th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Secrecy and the John Doe Probe
Did secrecy hurt the investigation? Will courts release the info now that the case is over?
Oct 12th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
New Marquette Law School Poll finds Wisconsin voters shifting support to Clinton after Trump video release
A new Marquette Law School Poll finds 44 percent of Wisconsin likely voters supporting Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton for president and 37 percent supporting Republican Donald Trump.
Oct 12th, 2016 by Marquette University
State Faces Rising Transportation Debt
More than 22% of spending will go to debt service as local roads decline.
Oct 12th, 2016 by Wisconsin Taxpayers Alliance
Governor Walker Requests Federal Disaster Aid for Western Wisconsin Due to September Flooding
Governor Scott Walker today sent a letter to President Barack Obama requesting a federal disaster declaration for 12 western Wisconsin counties after torrential rains and flash floods last month caused more than $11 million in damage.
Oct 11th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Encourages Wisconsin Schools to Apply for Fab Lab Grants
Deadline to seek WEDC Fabrication Laboratories grant is December 15
Oct 11th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
”CPA Caucus” Seeks Major Tax Changes
Four Republican lawmakers would simplify taxes and end some sales tax exemptions.
Oct 10th, 2016 by Steven Walters
Concealed Carry Hasn’t Prevented Crime
Aggravated assault with guns has risen 43% since concealed carry legalized.
Oct 10th, 2016 by Chris Walker
Will Judge Siefert Run for Sheriff?
Insiders say he's retiring, could target Clarke. And Charlie Sykes won't run for Senate.
Oct 10th, 2016 by Michael Horne
Governor Walker Discusses Local Transportation Funding at the Wisconsin Towns Association Annual Convention
The Department of Transportation (DOT) budget proposal submitted to Governor Walker last month represents the largest year-to-year change in local aids since Calendar Years 1999 and 2000.
Oct 10th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
WisDems Chair Laning: “Donald Trump’s comments about women are truly horrific.”
"These recent revelations are nothing new when it comes to Trump’s treatment of women..."
Oct 8th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Governor Walker Celebrates Health and Wellness Achievements at Three Wisconsin Schools
Families, dignitaries, and Wisconsin students attend new DON’T QUIT! Fitness Center ribbon cutting ceremonies
Oct 7th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker announces $108 million in payments to local governments
General Transportation Aids help defray the costs of constructing, maintaining, and operating roads and streets under local jurisdiction.
Oct 7th, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
John Hammond’s Hum-Drum Colonial
Bucks general manager has $850,000 Whitefish Bay home. And he doesn't vote much.
Oct 6th, 2016 by Michael Horne
Paul Ryan and Donald Trump hitting the campaign trail together?
Paul Ryan’s press indicates he is none too pleased to appear with Trump.
Oct 6th, 2016 by Ryan Solen
New Private School Voucher Scheme Surfaces as Pro-Voucher Front Group Spending to Elect Republican Legislators Tops $500,000
Latest Effort to Quench Private School Voucher Industry’s Unslakable Thirst for Public Tax Dollars
Oct 6th, 2016 by One Wisconsin Now
Bernie Sanders, Russ Feingold Put Student Debt, College Affordability at Forefront
More Than 515,000 Would Benefit from Refinance Plan
Oct 5th, 2016 by One Wisconsin Now
Amid Media Reports of Legal Voters Being Denied Voter ID, State Legislative Committee Considers Voter ID Rules
Instead of Debating Rules They Can’t Be Trusted to Follow, Legislature Ought to Suspend Voter ID Law
Oct 4th, 2016 by One Wisconsin Institute
13 Lessons The Guardian Taught Us
Or how Scott Walker corrupted Wisconsin, as the leaked Doe documents reveal.
Oct 4th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Students to Blame for College Debt?
If you want the state action to lower interest on loans, you have to vote.
Oct 4th, 2016 by Analiese Eicher
Johnny College Can’t Read
Or add. Report shows which high schools’ grads require remediation from UW System.
Oct 3rd, 2016 by Steven Walters
Supreme Court Decision a Gift to Walker
Decision not to hear John Doe case a blow to democracy and legal precedent.
Oct 3rd, 2016 by Matt Rothschild
Caring for our Most Vulnerable
Shouldn’t the care and safety of Wisconsin children and veterans be a top priority?
Oct 2nd, 2016 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Governor Walker Seeks Federal Damage Assessment for Flood Damage
Flash flooding and mudslides last week caused more than $14 million in damage to roads and other infrastructure in western Wisconsin.
Sep 30th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Because Scott Walker Asked, Fred Kasten Gave
His now famous $10,000 check was just a third of his property tax bill on his $1.1 million home.
Sep 30th, 2016 by Michael Horne
Private Voucher School Front Group Reports Spending $500,000 in September Alone to Buy Pro-Voucher Legislature
This Kind of Support Comes With a Price, History Shows GOP Candidates and Legislature Will Pay
Sep 30th, 2016 by One Wisconsin Now
New $0 Deductible Health Plans Introduced
Wisconsin health consumers will save over $209 million
Sep 30th, 2016 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
County Executive Abele Breaks Commitment to Not Increase Taxes
Proposed wheel tax is an 80% increase for suburbs, 63% increase for city
Sep 29th, 2016 by Sup. Michael Mayo
Chris Abele Unveils Plan to Save Transportation
Annual fee would provide $27 million for county transit and roads. One supervisor already opposed.
Sep 29th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Open Records Request Further Reveals Sen. Luther Olsen’s Negligence of Wisconsin Veterans
Sen. Olsen skipped a meeting at the King Veterans home to attend another very "important obligation" - judging a baking contest.
Sep 29th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Agenda Items for Walker’s Second Act
Gov. Walker needs to focus on policy, including job creation in Milwaukee, not politics.
Sep 28th, 2016 by John Torinus
Gov. Walker Continues to neglect student loan debt crisis
Republican's inaction is doing lasting damage to Wisconsin's economy.
Sep 27th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Gov. Walker to 1 Million Wisconsin Student Loan Borrowers: ‘Call a Bank’
At Press Conference Wisconsin Governor Announces He Plans to Do Nothing to Ease Student Loan Debt Crisis
Sep 27th, 2016 by One Wisconsin Now
Governor Walker Announces University of Wisconsin Credit Union Membership Changes, Launch of Higher Education Planning Website
Gov. Walker also announced the official launch of DFI’s “Look Forward to Your Future” website.
Sep 27th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Talgo Coming Back to Milwaukee
Spanish train manufacturer will overhaul Los Angeles subway cars in Century City.
Sep 26th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Voters Across Wisconsin Begin Early Voting Today as Result of Historic Lawsuit
‘Voters Being Able to Cast Their Votes Is the Essence of Democracy’ —One Wisconsin Institute
Sep 26th, 2016 by One Wisconsin Institute
White Working-Class Voters Turning to Trump?
In Wisconsin, Donald Trump must overcome his second-place finish in the state’s Republican primary — and a polling gap with Democrat Hillary Clinton
Sep 25th, 2016 by Emily Mills, Jimmy Miller and Lian Bunny
State of Wisconsin to declare Sunday, September 25th “Chris Kegel Day”
Milwaukee icon and national bicycle advocacy figure to be recognized throughout the state
Sep 23rd, 2016 by Press Release
After Gov. Walker Threatens District Attorney Offices, Rep. Pocan Calls on DOJ to Ensure Retaliation Not Occur, May Need to Intervene
Walker’s threat follows legitimate inquiries by the Milwaukee County DA into the questionable fundraising connections between the Governor and Wisconsin Club for Growth.
Sep 23rd, 2016 by U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan
Poisoned Politics
Gov. Walker and legislative Republicans' lead poisoning agenda should sicken us all.
Sep 23rd, 2016 by Chris Taylor
Rep. Mark Spreitzer’s statement on Gov. Walker’s threat
"Governor Walker should immediately retract his comments."
Sep 22nd, 2016 by State Sen. Mark Spreitzer
Governor Walker Declares State of Emergency in Response to Damaging Floods in 13 Counties
“I am instructing the Wisconsin National Guard and all state agencies to provide assistance to those affected by this natural disaster.”
Sep 22nd, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Sen. Fitzgerald Desperately Tries To Deny Knowledge Of Republican Pay-to-Play Operation
State Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald claimed ignorance about the fundraising scheme and the donations.
Sep 22nd, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
New Polls Find Overwhelming Support for Allowing Refinancing of Student Loans
Over 80 Percent of Survey Respondents in Three Swing State Senate Districts Back Allowing Wisconsin Student Loan Borrowers to Refinance
Sep 22nd, 2016 by One Wisconsin Now
New Marquette Law School Poll finds tight presidential race, Feingold with edge in Wisconsin
Poll finds 44 percent of Wisconsin likely voters supporting Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton for president and 42 percent supporting Republican Donald Trump in a head-to-head matchup.
Sep 21st, 2016 by Marquette University
One Wisconsin Institute Unveils First-of-Its-Kind Student Loan Voter Scorecard
At StudentLoanVoter.org, Wisconsin Voters Can Find Out Who Is, And Who Isn’t, Supporting Common Sense Reforms to Reduce Burden on Student Loan Borrowers
Sep 21st, 2016 by One Wisconsin Institute
Gov. Walker Needs a Second Act
Progress has been made, but big initiatives are needed to secure Wisconsin’s prosperity.
Sep 20th, 2016 by John Torinus
Offering a Clean Slate
Community Re-Entry & Expungement Summit offers to help non-violent felons finds work, housing and opportunity.
Sep 20th, 2016 by Naomi Waxman
Uninsured Rate Declines Sharply
But there are still 323,000 uninsured Wisconsinites.
Sep 20th, 2016 by Jon Peacock
Republicans Regret Assault on Open Records Law
But Rep. John Nygren is still open to changes to the Open Records Law, just not now.
Sep 19th, 2016 by Steven Walters
Rep. Bowen statement on Corrections budget request for Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake
The Department’s request guarantees Wisconsin will remain out of compliance with the Federal Prison Rape Elimination Act.
Sep 16th, 2016 by State Rep. David Bowen
Why buy elections? Why purchase judges? Because Scott Walker asked.
The documents suggest that Governor Walker collaborated and traded favors with lobbyists, third-party shadow groups, and even Donald Trump.
Sep 16th, 2016 by State Sen. Mark Spreitzer
Actions Speak Louder than Words as Sen. Sheila Harsdorf Silent on Vote to Give Legal Immunity to $750,000 Donor to Group Boosting Her 2011 Election Bid
‘Evidence Here Paints Sheila Harsdorf as Unconscionably Corrupt’
Sep 16th, 2016 by One Wisconsin Now
Luther’s Law: Benefitting from $750,000 in Contributions and Voting for Legal Immunity for the Donor is Somehow Not Pay to Play
‘Indictment of His Character’ That Longtime Legislator Sees Nothing Wrong With What He’s Done
Sep 15th, 2016 by One Wisconsin Now
Documents From Political Corruption Investigation Reveal Gov. Walker’s Allies Intentionally Made Baseless Claims of Voter Fraud to Question Election Results
Actions Show ‘Utter Contempt for Our Democracy’
Sep 15th, 2016 by One Wisconsin Now
Decline in Unions Hurts Non-Unionized Workers
Weekly wages would be 5% higher for non-union private sector male workers if unionization was at 1979 levels.
Sep 15th, 2016 by Tamarine Cornelius
Gov. Scott Walker’s True Governing Pay To Play Philosophy Exposed
Scott Walker helped solicit $750,000 from Harold Simmons, one of the countries biggest producers of the lead used in paint, to the Wisconsin Club for Growth.
Sep 14th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Illegal Coordination Highlighted in Guardian story
Senator Erpenbach has worked in the Legislature to regulate issue ads since his election in 1998 to the Senate.
Sep 14th, 2016 by State Sen. Jon Erpenbach
Color Them Corrupt: Doe Documents Paint Republican Senators Olsen, Harsdorf as Key Players in Payoff to Major Donor
Voted to Provide Immunity From Legal Liability to Major Donor to Group That Attacked Their Election Opponents
Sep 14th, 2016 by One Wisconsin Now
Senate Republicans caught in Pay-to-Play scheme
Olsen and Harsdorf sided with lead paint producers over sick children
Sep 14th, 2016 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Tax Gimmick Would Have Little Benefit
Gov. Walker's back-to-school sales tax holiday comes with a $11 million a year price tag.
Sep 14th, 2016 by Tamarine Cornelius
Governor Walker announces $37 million in freight rail awards
Wisconsin’s rail system consists of 10 freight railroads which operate more than 3,300 miles of track in the state.
Sep 13th, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Wisconsin Has No Voter Impersonation Problem
Gov. Scott Walker says the lack of voter impersonation cases does not matter if there is a chance that even one vote is canceled out by fraud.
Sep 13th, 2016 by Sami Edge and Sean Holstege
Assembly GOP Upstage Walker’s Budget
Republican leaders announce “Forward” agenda, six months before Gov. Walker gives his 2017-19 budget to the new Legislature.
Sep 12th, 2016 by Steven Walters
Professor, author Cramer goes ‘On the Issues’ to discuss resentment among rural Wisconsin voters
Cramer is the author of “The Politics of Resentment: Rural Consciousness in Wisconsin and the Rise of Scott Walker.”
Sep 12th, 2016 by Marquette University
State Tax Collections Come Up Short
New data shows shortfall that could cause problems if slower revenue growth continues.
Sep 9th, 2016 by Jon Peacock
Governor Walker Authorizes Additional Measures to Prevent Potential Gas and Diesel Shortages
Changes allow transport of heavier loads of petroleum products
Sep 9th, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Wisconsin GOP Plan? Tax Giveaways For Not Creating Jobs?
It’s time to stop picking working taxpayers’ pockets for this entitlement for the already entitled.
Sep 8th, 2016 by State Sen. Janet Bewley
Advocates to Call for Expanded Early Voting Hours, Additional Early Vote Locations for Green Bay Area Voters
Court Rulings Allow More Early Voting Hours, Multiple Early Vote Locations. Will Local Election Officials Step Up to Help?
Sep 8th, 2016 by One Wisconsin Institute
Governor Walker, Wisconsin Attorney General Agree to Pay for Overzealous Pursuit of Unconstitutional Restrictions on Safe, Legal Abortion
"Federal courts not only found that this law violated the U.S. Constitution but also compromised women’s health in Wisconsin."
Sep 8th, 2016 by Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin
The New Era of Restricting Voting
Wisconsin one of 20 states with a maze of new rules, as 1,400 new laws added 37 different voting requirements.
Sep 7th, 2016 by Emily L. Mahoney
ITT Tech Shuts Its Doors; Walker, Schimel & Johnson Provide ‘Aid and Comfort’ to Predatory For-Profit Colleges
Time to Stop Coddling Bad Actors and Start Protecting Wisconsin Students
Sep 7th, 2016 by One Wisconsin Now
Governor Walker Announces “Back to School” Sales Tax Holiday
Sales tax holiday to be included in 2017-19 biennial budget, saves Wisconsin families an estimated $11 million annually
Sep 7th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
The Decline of Reaganism
The Church of the Gipper is defied by Donald Trump. Will Republicans adjust their ideology?
Sep 7th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Erpenbach Vows to Again Seek Legislative Accountability for Veterans Budget
“The nursing home fund raid without Legislative approval is not business as usual as Governor Walker and DVA bureaucrats would like you to believe.”
Sep 6th, 2016 by State Sen. Jon Erpenbach
The New Charlie Sykes
He's confessing his errors and getting lots of publicity. Could there be a connection?
Sep 6th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Governor Walker Announces New Broadband Contract Saving $8 Million Annually
Increases broadband capacity on BadgerNet Converged Network for government and educational entities
Sep 6th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Republicans Ignore Pattern Of Neglect At King Veterans Home, Shrug Off Whistleblower Complaints
According to reports, complaints from whistle-blowers and families of veterans in the home have persisted for years.
Sep 2nd, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
