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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Walker Highway Plan May Cause Education Cuts
Using general fund rather than highway fund may lead to more cuts for schools and UW.
Oct 27th, 2015 by Tamarine Cornelius
The Revenge of Scott Walker?
Law killing John Doe law assures no more such probes targeting him. But was reform needed?
Oct 27th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Barrett, Walker, Tout New Freshwater Plaza
$48 million mixed-use development has a little to do with water and a location near inner harbor.
Oct 23rd, 2015 by Michael Horne
Governor Scott Walker Releases Statement on Wisconsin Joining Lawsuit Challenging 111(d) Rule
Governor Scott Walker today released the following statement regarding the Attorney General’s announcement that Wisconsin is joining a lawsuit challenging the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) final rule.
Oct 23rd, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Rep. Barca Statement on Gov. Walker Signing John Doe Bill
"Governor Walker and his fellow Republicans have sent strong signals that Wisconsin is open for corruption."
Oct 23rd, 2015 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Gov. Walker signs bill limiting John Doe investigations
Wisconsin families ignored as GOP enables more political corruption
Oct 23rd, 2015 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Governor Scott Walker Attends Freshwater Plaza Groundbreaking Ceremony
Freshwater Plaza is a mixed-use development that is located in the Fifth Ward and Walker’s Point neighborhood area.
Oct 22nd, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Scott Walker Delivers Remarks at Manufacturing First Expo and Conference
Governor Scott Walker spoke today at the 5th Annual Manufacturing First Expo and Conference.
Oct 22nd, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
“I’m your Lt. Governor. I know my job.”
Rebecca Kleefisch offers coy banalities while “On the Issues with Mike Gousha.”
Oct 22nd, 2015 by James Xavier
Why GAB Must Be Disbanded
Government Accountability Board abused its power and had secret email system.
Oct 22nd, 2015 by Brian Sikma
Governor Scott Walker Signs Senate Bill 236 Into Law
The bill relates to temporary alcohol beverage retail licenses.
Oct 21st, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Scott Walker Seeks Applicants for Milwaukee County Judicial Vacancy
Governor Scott Walker announced today he is seeking applicants for appointment to the Milwaukee County Circuit Court.
Oct 21st, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
County Executive Chris Abele “Hiding” From Public
He Refuses Three Requests From County Board to Answer Questions in Public Forum
Oct 20th, 2015 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Transportation borrowing in Wisconsin is out of control
New revenue is needed now while gas prices are at an all-time low
Oct 20th, 2015 by Josh Zepnick
Governor Scott Walker Speaks at 2015 State of Wisconsin Business Luncheon
Governor Scott Walker spoke to job creators at the Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce (WMC) State of Wisconsin Business Luncheon in Madison today.
Oct 20th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Scott Walker Holds Press Conference Regarding Wisconsin Department of Transportation Contingent Bonding Request in Neenah
Governor Scott Walker held a press conference today in Neenah regarding the request by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Oct 20th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Marching Towards Ideological Conformity
Ideology prevents Republicans from offering real solutions. Ditto for liberal charter school haters.
Oct 20th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Wisconsin’s freight rail system keeps the state’s economy on track
There are 13 railroads, including four major railroads, which operate more than 3,500 miles of track in the state.
Oct 19th, 2015 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Gov. Walker Did Have Secret Email System
Report shows state business conducted through 300 personal emails, confirms Urban Milwaukee story.
Oct 19th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Tales of the WEDC
Some deals by controversial jobs agency worked, others failed badly
Oct 16th, 2015 by Dee J. Hall and Tara Golshan
Black Leaders Demand Changes to Address Poverty
State and county criticized for not addressing high city poverty and black unemployment.
Oct 15th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
Chris Larson’s War Against Abele
State senator running for county executive blasts Abele with personal attacks, will divide Democrats.
Oct 15th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Wisconsin Falling Behind on Renewable Energy
These businesses spend much of their time battling political opposition in Wisconsin, an expert notes.
Oct 11th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Governor Scott Walker Releases Statement on Decision to Stay the EPA’s Waters of the United States Rule
In June, Wisconsin joined one of the many lawsuits that have been filed challenging this rule.
Oct 9th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Truth in Advertising: Games, Claims and Frames
A Review of the Milwaukee County 2016 Budget
Oct 9th, 2015 by Patricia Jursik
Journal Sentinel Will Lose All Local Control
Gannett purchase will make it part of national chain, integrated into USA Today-centered operation.
Oct 9th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Rep. Barca Statement on Governor Walker’s Supreme Court Appointment
“The Governor making this appointment so close to the election does not serve the public well...”
Oct 9th, 2015 by State Rep. Peter Barca
GOP Cuts to UW System Hurt Wisconsin Students
Board of Regents approves UW-Madison request to lift nonresident cap
Oct 8th, 2015 by State Rep. Dana Wachs
The Republican Spoils System
The bill to kill civil service aims to create a one-party government, from top to bottom.
Oct 8th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Legislative Republicans propose dismantling of Accountability Board
“Given the recent attacks on open record laws, high-profile criminal investigations and repeated instances of cronyism, it’s clear that we need more government accountability, not less.”
Oct 7th, 2015 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Wisconsin Has Fewer Employees Than Most States
State has 7.4% less state workers than national average and payroll lower than 40 states.
Oct 7th, 2015 by Tamarine Cornelius
Wisconsinites Aren’t Fooled by Walker
Statement from Senator Chris Larson on the Public Hearing to Gut Civil Service Protections
Oct 6th, 2015 by State Sen. Chris Larson
The Walker Campaign “Scandal”
Something went wrong. And everyone’s blaming campaign manager Rick Wiley. Why?
Oct 6th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
How Republicans Will Dismantle Civil Service
The result will replace hiring and promotions by merit with political appointments.
Oct 5th, 2015 by State Sen. Kathleen Vinehout
Transportation Funding too Important to Wait
“Unfortunately, Republicans in Madison aren’t interested in making decisions. Wisconsin deserves answers, and solutions.”
Oct 5th, 2015 by Josh Zepnick
How Republicans Plan to Kill GAB
Government Accountability Board will be scrapped in favor of weaker commissions.
Oct 5th, 2015 by Steven Walters
What Is Walker’s New Agenda?
Economy, environment, health care, central city problems and UW system all need serious attention.
Oct 5th, 2015 by John Torinus
Governor Scott Walker Announces Workplace Wellness Program Grants Available to Small Businesses
Governor Scott Walker announced today that Workplace Wellness Program grants of up to $15,000 are now available to Wisconsin businesses with 50 or fewer employees.
Oct 2nd, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
10 Things Walker Can Do To Reunite Wisconsin
Instead of "divide and conquer" why not try a kinder, gentler approach?
Oct 2nd, 2015 by Katrina Shankland
Governor Scott Walker Announces 2015 Christmas Tree Theme: Wisconsin Sports
Today, Governor Scott Walker began accepting applications to decorate Wisconsin’s 2015 National Christmas Tree Display.
Oct 2nd, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Shilling Calls for Special Session on Transportation Funding
A July 2015 report by the U.S. Department of Transportation ranked Wisconsin the third worst state in the nation for transportation infrastructure.
Oct 1st, 2015 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
8 Reasons Why Walker’s Campaign Failed
Media analysts nationally have mostly missed the real story.
Oct 1st, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Transit users encouraged to participate in public transit survey
The survey is being shared with all 81 of Wisconsin’s public transit systems October 5 to 16.
Oct 1st, 2015 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Marquette Law School Poll finds Walker job approval at 37 percent, following presidential run
Trump takes GOP lead, Clinton holds Dem edge in Wisconsin
Sep 30th, 2015 by Marquette University
Is ObamaCare Working in Wisconsin?
Yes, because Walker used one part of Obamacare to replace what he rejected.
Sep 30th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Legislative Leaders and Citizen Action Call on Walker to Make Course Correction on BadgerCare
Wisconsin is adding mostly poverty-wage jobs, which is increasing BadgerCare enrollment.
Sep 29th, 2015 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
Governor Scott Walker Seeks Applicants for the Wisconsin Supreme Court
Governor Scott Walker announced today he is seeking applicants for appointment to the Wisconsin Supreme Court.
Sep 28th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
AFP Applauds Efforts to Modernize State Recruitment and Retention
Bill would reform outdated employment policies improving government efficiency and accountability
Sep 28th, 2015 by AFP Wisconsin
WEDC Leaders Resist Reforming Troubled Agency
Top brass of jobs agency miss opportunity to apologize and fix problems.
Sep 28th, 2015 by State Sen. Kathleen Vinehout
Twelfth Annual Nohl Fellowship Exhibition Opens at INOVA, October 9
Each autumn, the Nohl exhibition affords us an opportunity to stop and consider what it means to be an artist in greater Milwaukee at a specific moment in time.
Sep 28th, 2015 by Lynden Sculpture Garden
Walker’s Post-Campaign “To Do” List
Back from his failed presidential campaign, what are his policy priorities for the state?
Sep 28th, 2015 by Steven Walters
What the GOP Debates Didn’t Address
They offered great entertainment, but candidates are missing some huge issues.
Sep 28th, 2015 by John Torinus
Statement from Senator Chris Larson on the Caterpillar Announcement to Cut Jobs
“Walker’s Wisconsin already has the fastest shrinking middle class in the U.S., is last in the nation for new business startups, and lags in job creation.”
Sep 25th, 2015 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Time to Revisit Transportation Funding Solutions
71 percent of Wisconsin's roads are rated in poor or mediocre condition.
Sep 25th, 2015 by State Sen. Jon Erpenbach
Republicans Again Put Extreme Special Interests above People
Republican Legislature Passes Bills to Endanger Health Care Access for 50,000 Patients While Refusing to Protect Taxpayers
Sep 24th, 2015 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Wisconsin Republicans Double Down on Betrayal of Wisconsin Women
“...Wisconsin Republicans’ campaign to attack and betray Wisconsin women remains a very clear and present danger to Wisconsin families.”
Sep 24th, 2015 by Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes
Governor Scott Walker Releases Statement on Recruitment and Retention Reforms
Governor Scott Walker today released the following statement regarding recruitment and retention reform legislation to be introduced by Senator Roger Roth and Representative Jim Steineke
Sep 24th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Restoration Hardware to Third Ward?
Architectural Review Board creates confusion. Plus: New beats for Journal Sentinel reporters.
Sep 23rd, 2015 by Michael Horne
The Fall of Scott Walker
Did the Club for Growth contribute to the rise of Donald Trump and the fall of Scott Walker?
Sep 23rd, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Governor Scott Walker Requests Nominations for 1st Annual Wisconsin Job Honor Award
Nomination period runs through October 15, 2015
Sep 23rd, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Chris Abele’s Pledge to MPS and its Students Neglects Democracy
We are engaged in a struggle for democracy against the oligarchs, influential capitalists who want to control the government in order to benefit personally, often at the expense of the common citizen.
Sep 23rd, 2015 by Joseph Thomas Klein
Milwaukee’s Infrastructure Challenges
Public Policy Forum panelists agree: Federal money is becoming a less reliable source of infrastructure funding.
Sep 22nd, 2015 by Susan Nusser
Governor Scott Walker Orders Flags Lowered in Honor of Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice N. Patrick Crooks
Governor Scott Walker issued Executive Order #176 today ordering the Flag of the United States of America and the Flag of the State of Wisconsin be flown at half-staff in memory of state Supreme Court Justice N. Patrick Crooks.
Sep 22nd, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Republicans fail to learn from Gov. Walker’s mistakes
Despite stunning presidential collapse, GOP continues effort to block birth control access and obstruct lifesaving medical research
Sep 22nd, 2015 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Charles Franklin goes “On the Issues” to present new Marquette Law School Poll
Franklin and Mike Gousha will go inside the numbers of the poll
Sep 22nd, 2015 by Marquette University
Sen. Lena Taylor statement on Walker campaign suspension
“The citizens of Wisconsin said loud and clear that Governor Walker’s divide and conquer philosophy is not how we should do business in America.”
Sep 21st, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Rep. Barca Statement on Gov. Walker Ending His Presidential Campaign
“Gov. Walker has pushed far right wing policies through Wisconsin hoping that extreme element of his party would propel his presidential campaign to win the nomination.”
Sep 21st, 2015 by State Rep. Peter Barca
New Tax Auditors Target Out-Of-State Firms
Including many firms whose accounts have never been scrutinized before.
Sep 21st, 2015 by Steven Walters
Jobs Lacking After State Subsidy of Kohl’s
After qualifying for up to $62.5 million in state taxpayer subsidies, the retail giant is falling short of creating jobs and making capital investments
Sep 21st, 2015 by Dee J. Hall and Tara Golshan
Wisconsin schools remain resilient
Historic K-12 cuts and massive voucher expansion can’t stop local schools
Sep 17th, 2015 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Statement from Senator Chris Larson on the State of Education Address
"The most-recent voucher school to close its doors did so just nine days into the school year"
Sep 17th, 2015 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Milwaukee’s poverty rate is unacceptable
Statement of Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. September 17, 2015
Sep 17th, 2015 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Why Was Cindy Archer Lawsuit Pursued?
It’s certainly not helping conservatives who filed it. Another John Doe mystery.
Sep 16th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Walker Should Compromise on Immigration
Business and farmers want immigrants. A middle ground solution is needed.
Sep 15th, 2015 by John Torinus
Protect Wisconsin students; Pass voucher school accountability
“While Republicans focus on cutting local school funding and turning the state’s superintendent into a partisan political position, Wisconsin students and families are being left behind.”
Sep 15th, 2015 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Budget Forces ‘20% Reduction’ In Highway Projects
Budget reduction will raise the final costs of all projects
Sep 14th, 2015 by Steven Walters
Hillary Clinton Comes to Town
UWM Union once again site of presidential candidate visit and a tribute to the late Art Elkon
Sep 11th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Governor Scott Walker Announces Three Appointments to Wisconsin Center District Board
Today, Governor Scott Walker announced three appointments to the Wisconsin Center District Board.
Sep 11th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Republicans Push Through Corrupt Politicians Protection Act
“John Doe Reform Bill” Would Eliminate Tools for Rooting Out Political Corruption
Sep 11th, 2015 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Jen Kirkman Delights Turner Hall Crowd
The former comedy writer has become a stand-up champ.
Sep 10th, 2015 by Joey Grihalva
The Mysterious Silence of John Chisholm
His unwillingness to answer challenges to John Doe raises questions.
Sep 9th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Walker “Worst” Candidate on Wind, Solar?
State is worst for home solar and stagnant on wind power, Bloomberg story suggests.
Sep 9th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Governor Scott Walker Approves Scope Statements Relating to Entitlement Reform
Allows state agencies to begin implementation of drug testing requirement
Sep 8th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
