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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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
State Tougher on Open Records Than Federal Law
Walker administration has sought federal exemption that isn’t allowed under Wisconsin law.
Sep 1st, 2016 by April Barker
Did Walker Raid Veteran’s Home Fund?
Cap Times story on nursing home shows funding was diverted while care declined.
Sep 1st, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Mexico Opens 50th US Consulate Here
A big turnout of American and Mexican politicians with "Trumpism" in the air.
Aug 31st, 2016 by Michael Horne
Schimel Switches Strategy on John Doe
His response to appeal abandon’s state Supreme Court’s position, suggesting its ruling is weak.
Aug 31st, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
New Marquette Law School Poll finds Clinton edge over Trump narrowing to pre-convention levels among Wisconsin voters
Among likely voters Clinton is supported by 45 percent and Trump by 42 percent in the new poll.
Aug 31st, 2016 by Marquette University
Governor Walker Announces 14,410 FoodShare Members Enter the Workforce
Average hourly wage is $11.99, average hours worked is 32.2
Aug 31st, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Why Did State’s ACT Test Scores Plummet?
Actually achievement hasn’t dropped. But we were never as good as we claimed.
Aug 31st, 2016 by Terry Falk
Governor Walker Recognizes State and County Fraud Prevention Efforts
Nearly 11,000 Medicaid and FoodShare investigations result cost avoidance and overpayments of more than $26 million in 2015
Aug 30th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
One Wisconsin Institute Urges Elections Commission Oversight to Ensure Pro-Voter Federal Court Decisions Enforced
‘Important That Rules on Voting Are as Clear For Election Administrators and Public to Ensure Every Legal Voter Who Wishes to Cast A Ballot Has the Opportunity To Do So’
Aug 30th, 2016 by One Wisconsin Institute
15 Years of Declining UW Support
In real dollars state support of UW System has plummeted by one-third since 2001.
Aug 30th, 2016 by Tamarine Cornelius
Did State Create Jobs in Sherman Park?
Wisconsin Economic Development Corp says 483 jobs created, critics say it's zero.
Aug 30th, 2016 by Brendan O’Brien
10-Year Shift In State Spending
Big increases for health care, prisons, vouchers, much less for UW, local governments.
Aug 29th, 2016 by Steven Walters
At Least 11,331 Wisconsin Jobs Outsourced Overseas Over the Last Five Years
Reveals Economic Wreckage Caused by Outsourcing During Walker and Johnson Years
Aug 29th, 2016 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
Governor Walker Issues Emergency Declaration to Assist Three Western Wisconsin Counties Impacted by Heavy Rain and Flooding
Declaration allows Wisconsin Department of Transportation to request federal emergency funds to help with approximately $1.8 million in damages to Federal-aid highways in Eau Claire, Buffalo, and Trempealeau counties
Aug 29th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Legislature Resists Background Checks for Guns
18 states require them, 85% of state residents support them, but Walker, GOP resist.
Aug 28th, 2016 by Alexandra Arriaga
Are Gov. Scott Walker’s Political Rewards Why Wisconsin Is Dead Last In Start Ups?
Scott Walker Awards $22M In Tax Credits To Business Whose CEO Donated $34,000 To Walker Campaign
Aug 26th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Walker Economic Plan for Milwaukee Offers Nothing Up to Scale of the Problem
Like his Transform Milwaukee initiative, this plan is more hype than substance.
Aug 26th, 2016 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
What Is it With Republicans Support of For-Profit College Scams?
Scott Walker + ITT Tech, Ron Johnson + Globe University & of Course, Trump University
Aug 26th, 2016 by One Wisconsin Now
Sylville Smith Probe Looks Suspicious
AG Brad Schimel’s links to Milwaukee Police raise questions about his investigation.
Aug 25th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Statement from Democratic Party of Wisconsin on Wisconsin Being Ranked 49th in the Nation for Internet Speed
“As Democrats, we know that to build a stronger economy we must narrow the gap between those who do and do not have access to broadband across Wisconsin."
Aug 25th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Direct Supply Continues its Investment and Job Creation in Milwaukee’s Northwest Side
Direct Supply plans to create up to 800 full-time employment positions.
Aug 25th, 2016 by Direct Supply
State Should Lead on Student Loan Debt
Legislation would allow students to refinance debt, but Republicans side with Wall Street banks.
Aug 25th, 2016 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Gov. Scott Walker and Republicans Raid Veteran Home Fund
Wisconsin Republicans give lip-service to the public when it comes to supporting our veterans.
Aug 24th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
GOP Legislators Back Veteran Home Budget Raid
Walker raids veteran home fund with support of Harsdorf, Tiffany, and Olsen
Aug 24th, 2016 by Wisconsin State Senate Democratic Committee
Walker Administration planning to raid $18.6 million from veteran nursing homes
Memo shows Veteran Trust Fund faces $43.1 million deficit by 2020
Aug 24th, 2016 by State Sen. Janis Ringhand
Gov. Walker Does Nothing for One Million Student Loan Borrowers
While Walker Blocks Student Loan Refinancing Plan, Wisconsin Has Risen to 3rd Highest in Nation in Grads with Student Debt
Aug 23rd, 2016 by One Wisconsin Now
Three-Judge Panel Rejects Gov. Walker and Republicans’ Latest Efforts to Keep Anti-Voter Measures in Place for November Election
Huge Victory for Wisconsin Voters as District Court Ruling Striking Down Restrictions on Early Voting Stands
Aug 22nd, 2016 by One Wisconsin Institute
Huge Tax Change Coming?
Proposed deal would end business personal property tax and raise gas tax by same amount.
Aug 22nd, 2016 by Steven Walters
Mr. Trump, West Bend Ain’t Milwaukee
Trump stumps for African American votes before a crowd with not one black person.
Aug 21st, 2016 by John Torinus
Ron Johnson Says We Should Replace College with Video Tapes
‘Rambling’ Tirade on Higher Education, False Claims Federal Student Loans Eligible for Refinance
Aug 19th, 2016 by One Wisconsin Now
Inside Walker’s Landing Apartments
Final residential development on Beerline adds 114 apartments and great views.
Aug 18th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
New LFB Memo Shows Wisconsin Republicans’ Prioritize Tax Breaks for the Wealthy Over Public Education Funding
Wisconsin Republicans' budget cuts have had terrible consequences for public education.
Aug 18th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Where Are Top CEOs on City’s Unrest?
The silence is deafening. But Mayor Barrett says they want to help.
Aug 18th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Racism Led to Violent Weekend, Residents Say
Poverty, segregation, racial profiling by police all led to explosion, they note.
Aug 18th, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
Which Candidates Lie the Most?
Aggregating the Politifact ratings of candidates for president and U.S. Senate.
Aug 17th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
How to Create Central City Jobs
Northwestern Mutual's new tower is a shining example of how to create jobs in city.
Aug 17th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Rep. Bowen: Statement on recent turmoil in Milwaukee
“Elected officials, law enforcement, and community leaders need to come together and listen to the people in our community who continue struggling to get by.”
Aug 16th, 2016 by State Rep. David Bowen
Mayor Barrett, I respectfully disagree
Alderman Donovan calls for all-out curfew
Aug 15th, 2016 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Scott Walker’s Record Has Been Disastrous for Milwaukee African Americans
‘Walker Has Built a Career Exploiting Racial Prejudice, Punishing Milwaukee’s Communities of Color’
Aug 15th, 2016 by One Wisconsin Now
New Commission Must Resolve Voting Mess
Partisan Elections Commission replaced state GAB; how will it perform?
Aug 15th, 2016 by Steven Walters
Statement from Governor Walker
"I have activated the Wisconsin National Guard to be in a position to aid local law enforcement upon request."
Aug 14th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
ALEC’s Dark Money Game
Eric O'Keefe speaks at ALEC conference, Wisconsin seen as model for the nation.
Aug 13th, 2016 by Chris Taylor
Rep. Bowen addresses the upcoming “Blue Day Rally” and the necessity of police accountability in the community
"What the whole state needs to hear. That Black Lives must matter and those who advocate for them need this community’s support too."
Aug 12th, 2016 by State Rep. David Bowen
Donald Trump’s Tax Return Problem
His unwillingness to release his tax returns should make voters uneasy as Trump.
Aug 12th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Walker Appointee Says God Decides Law
State Supreme Court nominee Daniel Kelly says scriptures trump legal precedent.
Aug 12th, 2016 by Gretchen Schuldt
Governor Walker approves improvement projects at Lawrence J. Timmerman Airport
The Governor’s action releases $26,500 in state funds for the project.
Aug 12th, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Why Courts Have Limited Photo ID
Two recent cases have made Wisconsin ground zero for voting rights.
Aug 11th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Building Commission Approves Projects
"The funds approved by the commission will be instrumental in strengthening the facilities at 13 UW campuses."
Aug 10th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
New Marquette Law School Poll finds Clinton widening lead over Trump in Wisconsin
And among likely voters in November’s election, Feingold has the support of 53 percent while Johnson is supported by 42 percent.
Aug 10th, 2016 by Marquette University
Chairman Lipscomb Responds to Administration Proposal to Charge for Lakefront Parking
Asks, “Who would want to impose a tax on Independence Day celebrations and family picnics at the lakefront?”
Aug 10th, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Governor Walker Releases Statement Regarding Court of Appeals Voter ID Decision
"Voter ID is a reasonable measure to protect Wisconsin voters against cheating and make sure every vote counts."
Aug 10th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
19 Election Winners and Losers
Beyond the candidates, behind the scenes. who won, who lost?
Aug 10th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Wisconsin Republicans Stay Silent as Trump Touts Violence
‘Far Past Time For Them to Say Enough and Withdraw Their Support’
Aug 10th, 2016 by One Wisconsin Now
Support the Blue Day rally to feature President Hamilton, Aldermen Donovan and Borkowski
“I urge citizens to come out and show their support for our brave officers,” said Alderman Bob Donovan.
Aug 9th, 2016 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Mistruths dominate Mandela Barnes’ campaign
“To the undecided voters out there at this late hour, I ask you to vote for me, because I’m the candidate who won’t lie to you,” said Lena Taylor.
Aug 8th, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Can Chisholm Be Beaten?
The DA pleads for help as dark money from outside the county blasts him.
Aug 8th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Water Woes Big Issue in Fall Elections
Water pollution hotly debated in key legislative races and Feingold vs Johnson.
Aug 7th, 2016 by Andrew Hahn
Pick A Line. Any Line. Donald Trump Has Crossed It.
Donald Trump has crossed every line there is - except, apparently, Paul Ryan’s line.
Aug 5th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Good News on Worker’s Comp
Worker's comp rates decreased 3.2% which is good for Wisconsin's economy. But it could be a lot better.
Aug 5th, 2016 by John Torinus
Walker’s Next Budget
It won't have higher gas taxes for roads, but might have more support for K-12 schools.
Aug 5th, 2016 by Tamarine Cornelius and Jon Peacock
Trump Visit Has WISGOP Crying Crocodile Tears for Sacred Cow Paul Ryan
‘Given GOP Record In WI Against Women, Minorities, LGBTQ, Poor People, It’s Not What Trump Has Said, It’s What He Won’t Say That Has WISGOP in Arms’
Aug 5th, 2016 by One Wisconsin Now
Natural Resources Board Approves Narrowed Drinking Water Protections
Citizens, conservation groups, farmers urge fast action to draft and implement new rules
Aug 4th, 2016 by Wisconsin Conservation Voters
Wisconsin Republicans Perform Disappearing Act Ahead Of Donald Trump’s Green Bay Rally
Wisconsin's Republican leaders Gov. Scott Walker, Sen. Ron Johnson, and state Sen. Scott Fitzgerald will all be skipping Friday's event.
Aug 4th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Governor Walker Kicks Off 165th Wisconsin State Fair
"We can be proud of the Wisconsin State Fair, a true original summer tradition," said Governor Scott Walker.
Aug 4th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Appoints Linda Seemeyer to Lead the Department of Health Services
Linda Seemeyer will begin on August 22, 2016.
Aug 4th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Gov. Walker’s Election Year Tuition Gimmick Fails Student Loan Borrowers
Walker Has Presided Over 40,000 Eligible Students Being Denied Financial Aid, Wisconsin Rising to 3rd Highest in Nation in Grads with Student Debt
Aug 3rd, 2016 by One Wisconsin Now
One Wisconsin Institute Files Notice of Appeal in Voter Rights Case
‘We Will Do All We Can to Ensure the Fraud Committed by Scott Walker Against Voters Ends in Wisconsin’
Aug 2nd, 2016 by One Wisconsin Institute
Gov. Walker Weakens Proposed Changes to Manure Pollution Rules
Natural Resources Board now last line of defense against groundwater crisis
Aug 2nd, 2016 by Wisconsin Conservation Voters
What Does Donald Trump Have to Do to Lose Scott Walker’s Endorsement?
‘Trump’s Repeated Attacks on Grieving Family of American Hero’
Aug 2nd, 2016 by One Wisconsin Now
Wisconsin takes advantage of natural waterways to support Wisconsin’s economy
Governor proclaims this week as Ports Week across the state
Aug 2nd, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
95% of Wisconsin State Judges Are White
State trails 43 states in judicial diversity, study shows, while near the top in black incarceration.
Aug 1st, 2016 by Gretchen Schuldt
4 Issues Democrats Will Use Against GOP
Party leaders expect running on these issues will elect Democrats on Nov. 8.
Aug 1st, 2016 by Steven Walters
Federal Judges Hand Down Two Voting Rights Victories For Wisconsinites
This wasn't the only victory for Wisconsinites.
Jul 30th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Judge Rules in Favor of One Wisconsin Institute Voter Rights Claims
‘We Argued Gov. Walker Made It Harder for Democrats to Vote and Easier for Republicans to Cheat, and the Judge Agreed’
Jul 29th, 2016 by One Wisconsin Institute
Memo to Washington Post: Welcome to Walker’s Wisconsin
‘Walker Has Barred the Press, Public From Government Events for Last Year’
Jul 29th, 2016 by One Wisconsin Now
Thoughts from Philadelphia
Crime and justice reform and the 2016 presidential election.
Jul 28th, 2016 by Craig Mastantuono
Walker’s Bizarre Choice for High Court
From a state with countless judges, he picks a crackpot lawyer named Daniel Kelly.
Jul 28th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
The John Chisholm Road Show
He discusses his handling of crime, staff turnover and that "partisan witch hunt."
Jul 27th, 2016 by Michael Horne
Koch Brothers Impact on GOP Convention
Their impact on Republican platform and candidates — all but Trump — was “huge!”
Jul 26th, 2016 by Mary Bottari
