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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Statement from Senator Chris Larson on Ensuring Wisconsin Workers Receive Fair Wages
“Under Walker’s Wisconsin we are seeing stagnant wages, a shrinking middle class, and businesses fleeing our state.”
Nov 10th, 2015 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Milwaukee School Named After Ben Carson
The Benjamin Carson Academy of Science "fails to meet expectations." Remind you of anyone?
Nov 9th, 2015 by Michael Horne
21% of Gas Tax Will Go to Repay Debt
Debt level has doubled in a decade, yet legislators approve plan.
Nov 9th, 2015 by Steven Walters
Many Communities Have Unsafe Drinking Water
An estimated 800,000 state residents consume contaminated well water.
Nov 9th, 2015 by Ron Seely
GOP Leaders Open the Floodgates for Corruption, Collusion, and Corporate Cash
“It is unconscionable that Republicans would want to further suppress the voice of Wisconsinites by allowing the wealthiest 1% and special interest influences to poison our political system.”
Nov 7th, 2015 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Governor Scott Walker Speaks at the 2015 YPSummit
Governor Scott Walker delivered remarks at the 2015 YPSummit in Milwaukee today.
Nov 6th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Legislators Borrow $350 Million for Highways
Bipartisan law will drive up debt and take from general fund for education and other needs.
Nov 6th, 2015 by Tamarine Cornelius
Governor Walker, WEDC Must Do More to Help Wisconsin Companies
“I also am renewing my call for WEDC to discuss not only Oscar Mayer but the many other vital Wisconsin companies we need to keep in Wisconsin, at our board meeting next week.”
Nov 6th, 2015 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters Issues Statement on Clean Power Plan Lawsuit
24 States Look to Roll Back the EPA’s Carbon Pollution Rule
Nov 4th, 2015 by League of Women Voters of Wisconsin
Statement on the closing of Oscar Mayer in Madison
“At the end of last week, Wisconsin had 9,341 workers affected by mass layoffs and plant closings; add 1,000 more.”
Nov 4th, 2015 by State Sen. Jon Erpenbach
Governor Scott Walker Releases Statement on Wisconsin Joining Lawsuit Challenging 111(b) Rule
Governor Scott Walker today released the following statement regarding the Attorney General’s office joining a lawsuit challenging the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) 111(b) rule.
Nov 3rd, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Has Wisconsin Become a Can’t Do State?
State’s still lagging economy points to problems with political leadership.
Nov 3rd, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Governor Scott Walker Approves Agency Rule Relating to Entitlement Reform
Allows DCF to move forward with implementation of drug testing requirement
Nov 3rd, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
“The Answer Is No”
Wisconsin still won’t take federal cash to expand Medicaid.
Nov 2nd, 2015 by Steven Walters
Open Government is Good Government
Three bills will rewrite long-standing campaign finance, ethics and anti-corruption laws.
Nov 2nd, 2015 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Conservation Voters Convene
Former congressmen Obey and Petri make a League of Conservation Voters fundraiser a stop on their bipartisan road trip.
Nov 1st, 2015 by Michael Horne
Marketplace Governor’s Awards Winners Named
Top minority, women and veteran-owned businesses honored for their success at annual Marketplace conference
Oct 30th, 2015 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
How Talk Radio Hurt The Journal Sentinel
Sykes’ continual bashing -- allowed by corporate bosses -- badly wounded their own newspaper.
Oct 30th, 2015 by Pat Small
Governor Scott Walker Attends Marketplace 2015 Conference
Governor Scott Walker joined local business leaders and representatives today in Milwaukee at Marketplace 2015, the Governor’s 34th Annual Conference on Minority Business Development.
Oct 30th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Republicans Ransack Civil Service System
Cronyism is seeping into our government.
Oct 30th, 2015 by Chris Taylor
Conservation Advocates Deliver Petition Signatures to Sen. Ron Johnson
Johnson Attempting to Block Clean Power Plan
Oct 30th, 2015 by Wisconsin Conservation Voters
Governor Scott Walker Appoints District I Court of Appeals Judge
Today Governor Scott Walker is announcing the appointment of Judge William W. Brash, III to the Court of Appeals.
Oct 29th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Sen. Lena Taylor statement on call for creation of Office of African American Affairs
“I look forward to working with Rep. Young and my state legislative colleagues to create a vehicle that will help to reverse Wisconsin’s dismal records of being the worst place in nation to raise a black child.”
Oct 28th, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Governor Scott Walker Participates in 3rd Annual Cyber Security Summit
Governor Scott Walker joined cyber security experts today at Marquette University to discuss new cyber security challenges for the state of Wisconsin
Oct 28th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Republicans Further Open Doors for Cronyism, Corruption
Public Interest will take a Back Seat to Political Interests
Oct 27th, 2015 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Governor Scott Walker Unveils “The Big Cheese”
Megabus.com joins Governor Walker in the unveiling Wisconsin-themed bus
Oct 27th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
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 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
