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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Caperton Rule Could Kill John Doe Decision
State high court’s Doe ruling runs afoul of U.S. Supreme Court decision on judicial conflicts.
Mar 16th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Governor Scott Walker Announces Launch of Agency Performance Dashboards Website
New website focuses on improving transparency, efficiency, and effectiveness
Mar 16th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Statement on SB 295 – The Bad Far Outweighs the Good
The advantages of this bill are more than offset by unnecessary restrictions which will make it more difficult for many citizens to register and vote.
Mar 15th, 2016 by League of Women Voters of Wisconsin
Governor Scott Walker Signs Assembly Bill 422 Into Law at Wild Rivers Interpretive Center
The provides $27,000 of funding from the Forestry Account of the Conservation Fund to the Florence Wild Rivers Interpretive Center in Fiscal Year 2016 and Fiscal Year 2017.
Mar 15th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Senate Republicans Call It Quits
Majority party set to end legislative session on a whimper
Mar 15th, 2016 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Senate Republicans Block Out Sunshine
"Elected officials should work for Wisconsin families, not out-of-state special interests," said Matt Ullsvik, SSDC Executive Director.
Mar 14th, 2016 by Wisconsin State Senate Democratic Committee
Five Years After Act 10
Most players in the contentious Act 10 drama have since moved on to other positions.
Mar 14th, 2016 by Steven Walters
Four Questions for Rebecca Bradley
Justice Bradley's written opinions raise legal questions voters should ask, she should address.
Mar 12th, 2016 by Lester Pines
Governor Scott Walker Announces Sunshine Week Initiatives
Governor Walker’s office received 230 percent more records requests than previous administration, released over six million pages of public records
Mar 11th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Senator Larson Demands County Executive Abele Pull False and Misleading TV Attack Ad
Calls for Abele to Apologize to Community Leader and Milwaukee County Voters
Mar 10th, 2016 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Sen. Ron Johnson Should Denounce Justice Rebecca Bradley’s Comments
Voters deserve to know if Sen. Johnson thinks Justice Bradley can be a fair and impartial justice on the high court.
Mar 9th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
The Two Homes of Rebecca Bradley
Judge has Tosa Colonial and a Lower East Side condo near all those gays she condemned.
Mar 9th, 2016 by Michael Horne
Who’s Best on Budget and Taxes?
Did Abele clean up mess left by Larson? Or did he use budget tricks, as Larson contends?
Mar 9th, 2016 by Chris Abele and Chris Larson
WisGOP Supreme Court Justice Rebecca Bradley’s Hate Speech Revealed
In her writings, Bradley mocks the LGBT community and those suffering from AIDS, describing them as "queers", "degenerates" and "murderers".
Mar 8th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Justice Bradley Vetting is Yet Another Failure of Accountability from Walker Administration
“Assembly Democrats stand united against hateful speech, no matter when or where that occurs.”
Mar 8th, 2016 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Statement of Democratic Party of Wisconsin LGBT Caucus Chair On Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Rebecca Bradley
"I'm appalled by the hateful statements written by Justice Rebecca Bradley."
Mar 8th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Kloppenburg Campaign Calls on Stations to Stop Running Deceitful Ad
“The Court of Appeals followed the law, the lower court followed the law and a man convicted of a crime has never left prison.”
Mar 8th, 2016 by JoAnne Kloppenburg
Hate speech is not “irrelevant”
Senate Dem Leader calls on Gov. Walker to condemn offensive remarks
Mar 8th, 2016 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Rep. Wachs Statement on Justice Bradley
“Like so many Wisconsinites, I am frankly disgusted at the comments made by Justice Bradley.”
Mar 8th, 2016 by State Rep. Dana Wachs
Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council names “Opee” winners
The awards recognize extraordinary achievement in the cause of open government.
Mar 8th, 2016 by Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council
There is No Statute of Limitations on Hate
"Rebecca Bradley’s comments are as abhorrent and disturbing today as they were in 1992..."
Mar 7th, 2016 by JoAnne Kloppenburg
Governor Scott Walker Announces Wisconsin Office of the Inspector General (OIG) Fights Fraud, Saves Taxpayer Dollars
New report illustrates OIG successes in the first five years
Mar 7th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Green Bay Key In Supreme Court Race
Kloppenburg vs. Bradley echoes Prosser race, which was decided by Fox Valley voters.
Mar 7th, 2016 by Steven Walters
Governor Scott Walker Releases Statement on the Passing of Former First Lady Nancy Reagan
"Nancy Reagan had such a positive impact on the lives of so many Americans."
Mar 6th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Obama Touts ACA Success, Slams Walker
President's visit here hails Obamacare's success, bashes Walker for obstructing increased coverage.
Mar 5th, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
SHOT/CHASER: Rebecca Bradley: The Republican Party of Wisconsin’s Supreme Court Justice
It's time to acknowledge Justice Rebecca Bradley's close and personal involvement with the Republican Party of Wisconsin.
Mar 4th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Governor Scott Walker Announces Grants Available for TEACH Educational Technology Teacher Training
Grants for fiscal year 2016 are available to consortia of three or more eligible school districts.
Mar 3rd, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Scott Walker’s Partisan Politics Cost Taxpayers Over $600 Million
Gov. Scott Walker and his rubber-stamp legislature rejected $4.4 billion in federal funds to expand our successful BadgerCare program.
Mar 3rd, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
WMC Tail Wags WEDC Dog – Hot Dogs Leave
“I don’t know what’s more absurd, that WMC is running WEDC or that that they knowingly abandoned Oscar Mayer’s thousands of families.”
Mar 2nd, 2016 by State Sen. Mark Miller
The Open Records Traveling Show
Liberal and conservative advocates of open government will offer presentation on the issue in 8 cities.
Mar 2nd, 2016 by Mark Pitsch
Governor Scott Walker Participates in REALTORS® & Government Day, Signs Assembly Bill 456
The Wisconsin REALTORS® Association (WRA) is one of the largest trade associations in the state which represents the interests of and serves over 14,000 members statewide.
Mar 2nd, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
We Love the Parks
Both candidates say they love county parks. Which has best approach to maintain them?
Mar 2nd, 2016 by Chris Abele and Chris Larson
Governor Scott Walker Signs 58 Bills Into Law
Acts 200 - 257.
Mar 1st, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
State Senator Chris Larson Proposes Property Tax Cuts for Milwaukee County Homeowners
Calls for shifting tax burden to protect parks, cultural assets, improve transit, and public safety.
Mar 1st, 2016 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Scott Walker Helped Create Trump
Governor's divisiveness and use of fear set stage for Donald Trump's style.
Mar 1st, 2016 by Dane County Executive Melissa Agard
Child abuse cover-up continues as GOP ignores reports
Senate shirks legal responsibility as Lincoln Hills scandal widens
Mar 1st, 2016 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Governor Scott Walker Signs 46 Bills Into Law
Acts 154 - 199.
Feb 29th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Have Anti-John Doe Forces Blundered?
They could open door to federal court questioning state Supreme Court’s shutdown of Doe probe.
Feb 29th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Chairman Lipscomb on Executive Abele’s Motion to Dismiss
On a technical issue of process, Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Sosnay granted County Executive Abele’s motion to dismiss the lawsuit without prejudice.
Feb 29th, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Can Larson Beat Abele?
Democratic insiders handicap the race, which may come down to turnout.
Feb 29th, 2016 by Steven Walters
Poll Numbers Show Scott Walker Should Start Working With Democrats
It is obvious that Wisconsinites are hungry for real change and real leadership.
Feb 26th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Rep. Zamarripa Credits Pushback from Latino Community and Allies for Slowing Momentum of Anti-Immigrant Bill
“This fight is not over.”
Feb 25th, 2016 by JoCasta Zamarripa
New Marquette Law School Poll finds tight Democratic race, Trump maintaining Republican lead in Wisconsin
A new Marquette Law School Poll finds a tight race for the Democratic presidential nomination in Wisconsin and Donald Trump maintaining his lead for the Republican nomination
Feb 25th, 2016 by Marquette University
State Infrastructure Spending Plummets
Has declined 31% since 2002, 7th worse drop in the nation.
Feb 25th, 2016 by Jon Peacock
Gov. Walker’s Robotic Message at Business Day in Madison
Yeah, we're gonna need you to come up with some new talking points.
Feb 25th, 2016 by State Rep. Gordon Hintz
Meet the Republican Candidate for Mayor, Bob Donovan
Instead of actually helping to make Milwaukee a safer place to live, Donovan has voted against increasing law enforcement officers four times in recent years.
Feb 25th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Milwaukee County
Moore Backs Barrett, Brostoff Slams Abele
And One Wisconsin Now celebrates 10 years of bashing Republicans.
Feb 24th, 2016 by Michael Horne
County Exec Candidates Debate Transit
Is the county bus system on the upswing or declining?
Feb 24th, 2016 by Chris Abele and Chris Larson
Kenney Targets Ald. Borkowski
Should challenger win, would be only military veteran on Common Council.
Feb 24th, 2016 by Michael Horne
Russ Feingold Endorses Mayor Tom Barrett
"Tom Barrett has the right ideas to keep Milwaukee moving forward," said Russ Feingold.
Feb 24th, 2016 by Tom Barrett
Local Labor Unions Endorse Mayor Tom Barrett
Mayor Tom Barrett has worked hand in hand with these organizations to create and retain family supporting jobs in the city of Milwaukee.
Feb 23rd, 2016 by Tom Barrett
High Court Likely To Hear Doe Appeal
Scalia's death means Supreme Court's four liberals could accept case, can't be outvoted.
Feb 23rd, 2016 by Matt Rothschild
U.S. Congresswoman Gwen Moore Endorses Mayor Tom Barrett
Moore and Barrett have worked closely on a number of important initiatives for the City of Milwaukee.
Feb 22nd, 2016 by Tom Barrett
Rep. Barnes Calls for AG Schimel to Investigate Walker Cover-Up of Systemic Abuses at State Facility
“Media reports have revealed that Governor Walker and his top aides knew about the serious allegations at Lincoln Hills for four whole years...”
Feb 22nd, 2016 by Mandela Barnes
Lincoln Hills cover-up continues as GOP ignores crisis
Months after DOJ and FBI raid troubled facility, Republicans defend status quo
Feb 22nd, 2016 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
New Corrections Chief Faces Problems
Including overcrowded prisons, staff shortages and low morale, and a dearth of leadership.
Feb 22nd, 2016 by Steven Walters
Governor Scott Walker Awarded for Investments, Focus on Mental Health in Wisconsin
Mental Health America presents Governor Walker with “B4Stage4 Leadership Award”
Feb 19th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Scott Walker Seeks Nominations for the 33rd Annual Virginia Hart Special Recognition Award
Virginia Hart was Wisconsin’s first woman to serve as a cabinet secretary.
Feb 19th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Scott Walker Appoints Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge
"Michael Hanrahan is an accomplished trial attorney who is known for his experience in handling complex litigation matters."
Feb 18th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Gov. Walker signs bills limiting birth control access
38 Democratic legislators including Sen. Shilling had urged Gov.Walker to veto these bills.
Feb 18th, 2016 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Sen. Taylor calls Litscher “secretary of cruel and unusual punishment”
Will the leopard will change its spots?
Feb 18th, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
The 2015-16 Legislative Session: Part 1
The Republican budget is projected to spend $148.8 million more in 2016-17 than the state will bring in.
Feb 18th, 2016 by State Rep. Gordon Hintz
Gov. Scott Walker Signs Bills Targeting Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin’s Federal Funding
Signing Ceremony at Crisis Pregnancy Center that Provides No Medical Care and Pushes Biased ‘Counseling’ Highlights Governor’s Motivation
Feb 18th, 2016 by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin
Wisconsin Republicans’ Obsession with Defunding Planned Parenthood Comes Full Circle at Deceptive So-Called “Crisis Pregnancy Center”
Claims by Assembly Republicans that AB 310 and SB 238 were anything but politically motivated attempts to defund Planned Parenthood fall short as Governor Walker signs bills at anti-abortion facility
Feb 18th, 2016 by State Rep. Lisa Subeck
Lipscomb Runs Larson’s Celebration
Chris Larson wasn't there for victory celebration, so county board chair takes charge.
Feb 17th, 2016 by Michael Horne
Assembly Republicans Pay Lip Service but Little Else to Solving Student Debt Crisis
Republicans pass shamefully weak higher education package, while refusing Democrats’ amendments to increase the impact and help more student borrowers
Feb 17th, 2016 by State Rep. Lisa Subeck
Wisconsin WFP’s Marina Dimitrijevic Statement on Tonight’s Election Results
"Tonight's results are an earthquake."
Feb 16th, 2016 by Wisconsin Working Families Party
‘Height of Hypocrisy’ as GOP blocks Winnebago Co. Executive from holding office
Majority party continues to ignore student loan debt crisis, mass layoffs & child safety
Feb 16th, 2016 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Rep. Bowen calls on Governor Walker to hold Milwaukee public meeting on Lincoln Hills
"It is imperative that residents of Milwaukee have answers..."
Feb 16th, 2016 by State Rep. David Bowen
Why Walker Allowed Lincoln Hills Abuses
His staff knew about it for years. Why didn’t the governor act?
Feb 16th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Governor Scott Walker Issues Executive Order Barring State Agencies from Developing 111(d) Plan
“Clearly, this rule exceeds the President’s authority and would place an undue burden on the Wisconsin ratepayers and manufacturers”
Feb 15th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Shilling questions GOP obstruction on child abuse scandal
Dem leader troubled by withholding of public records
Feb 15th, 2016 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Walker “Listening Sessions” Not for All
Invitations are closed to media and for invited guests only.
Feb 15th, 2016 by Steven Walters
Wisconsin’s Self-Inflicted Budget Woes
Budget decisions by Walker and Republicans are coming back to haunt them.
Feb 14th, 2016 by State Rep. Gordon Hintz
Governor Scott Walker Issues Statement and Executive Order Lowering Flags in Honor of Justice Antonin Scalia
In honor of Justice Scalia, Governor Walker issued an executive order to lower the flags of the United States and of the State of Wisconsin on Saturday, February 13 through the date of his interment.
Feb 13th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Rep. Barnes Statement on Walker’s DOC Secretary Resignation
“It is time for Governor Walker to own up to his failures, apologize for the harm he caused our youth and families, and provide real solutions to the long-standing problems within our corrections system.”
Feb 12th, 2016 by Mandela Barnes
Rep. Shankland Responds to Ed Wall’s Resignation from Secretary of DOC
“While the governor seems to have a refined ability to casually brush off scandal after scandal associated with his administration, the mismanagement within our correctional system needs to be addressed immediately.”
Feb 12th, 2016 by Katrina Shankland
The Other Candidate for County Executive
Joe Klein believes citizens should have access to government records on a 24/7 basis.
Feb 12th, 2016 by Michael Holloway
Walker Administration and Republican Legislators Must Also Be Held Accountable for Corrections Crisis
Assembly Democrats Request Audit of Department of Corrections
Feb 12th, 2016 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Shilling statement on Sec. Wall resignation
“I am appalled by the latest revelations of child abuse and sexual assault that occurred in Gov. Walker’s Department of Corrections.”
Feb 12th, 2016 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Did Democratic Debate Help Milwaukee?
And did Clinton or Sanders win? Morning-after reflections.
Feb 12th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Governor Walker Further Opens Door for Cronyism, Corruption in Wisconsin
Republican Civil Service Law Puts Political Interests over Public Interest
Feb 12th, 2016 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Governor Scott Walker Announces Appointment of New Department of Corrections Secretary
"Jon Litscher has gained valuable experience by serving in numerous roles throughout his career, including various positions in state government."
Feb 12th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Scott Walker Announces Appointments to the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents
The Governor of Wisconsin appoints 14 citizen members and 2 student members to serve 7-year terms and 2-year terms, respectively.
Feb 12th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
In signing civil service destruction bill, Walker “bans the box”
“As the author of the state’s ban the box legislation for multiple sessions, I am glad that the issue is beginning to gain bipartisan support.”
Feb 12th, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Assembly Republicans Vote Again to Block Essential Health Care Services at Planned Parenthood
This is the third bill to pass on a party line vote that specifically cuts funding for preventative health care for patients at Planned Parenthood.
Feb 11th, 2016 by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin
#TBT: State of the State Promises, One Month Later
Republicans in the Legislature are poised to end the session with more bad fiscal news and additional cuts to public school classrooms.
Feb 11th, 2016 by State Rep. Gordon Hintz
Governor Scott Walker Announces DOR Anti-Fraud Initiatives Save Taxpayers $192 Million Over Five Years
The money saved from potential tax refund fraud during the past five tax seasons has increased by $121 million, or 170 percent over the previous five years.
Feb 11th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Stealth Campaign Targets Mayor Barrett
He would easily win the April election. But could he take third in Tuesday’s primary?
Feb 11th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Liberal Group Seeks Talk Radio Voice
Claims AM conservative talk radio is "racist" and "hateful." Is liberal talk radio possible?
Feb 10th, 2016 by Michael Horne
GOP ignores middle class, prioritizes political attacks
Republican leaders rush bill banning Democratic candidate from serving
Feb 10th, 2016 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Hospitals Could Fix State’s Health Care
They should emulate other states, offer to pay our state's share of Medicaid expansion.
Feb 10th, 2016 by Bill Kaplan
Legislature Votes to Protect Victims of Domestic Abuse
Kleefisch/Taylor legislation passes with strong bipartisan support
Feb 10th, 2016 by Chris Taylor
Bill Requires Testing Tap Water for Lead
State has 176,000 lead service lines that can taint water. Flint situation cited.
Feb 9th, 2016 by Dee J. Hall
The Plague of Urban Evictions
New Yorker reports on evictions of poor renters in Milwaukee. The numbers are shocking.
Feb 9th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
The Curious Case of Brad Schimel
Why has Attorney General suddenly entered John Doe controversy?
Feb 8th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Why State’s Jobs Strategy Isn’t Working
Tax cuts have little benefit for small companies that create 70% of jobs, report concludes.
Feb 8th, 2016 by Tamarine Cornelius
