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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Outsourcing Loopholes Never Fixed by Walker Administration
Outsourcing Safeguards Were Never Implemented
Oct 31st, 2014 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
The Tragedy of O’Donnell Park
The proposed sale to NML suggests the city has yet to learn from its folly in building this eyesore.
Oct 30th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Final pre-election Marquette Law School Poll finds Walker leading Burke in Wisconsin governor’s race
A new Marquette Law School Poll finds Republican Gov. Scott Walker leading Democratic challenger Mary Burke 50 percent to 43 percent among likely voters.
Oct 29th, 2014 by Marquette University
The Man Behind Wisconsin’s Iron Mine
Billionaire Chris Cline promises his mine won’t pollute Wisconsin. But his company’s track record mining coal raises doubts.
Oct 29th, 2014 by Al Gedicks
Walker Has Huge Cash Advantage
He's raised $24.5 million compared to Burke's $15.5 million, with twice as much of his donations coming from out of state.
Oct 29th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
Wisconsin, the Land of Diversity?
Turns out we beat most states in the percent of women and minorities elected. Who knew?
Oct 28th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
The Assault on Wisconsin’s Campaign Laws
Given higher court’s slap-down of Judge Randa’s decisions overthrowing Wisconsin laws, just where does the law now stand?
Oct 28th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson
Billionaire Sheldon Adelson Gives $650,000 to State GOP
Most of last minute campaign donation may go to Gov. Walker, who made trip to Las Vegas to woo the casino magnate.
Oct 27th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
The 10 Most Expensive State Programs
How does the state spend its money? And how might you change this?
Oct 27th, 2014 by Steven Walters
The Battle Between Walker and Burke
They are two wildly different personalities with quite different agendas. A frank look at both candidates for governor.
Oct 24th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Burke Supports Drivers Licenses for Undocumented Residents
Measure rejected by legislature would have particular benefit for Hispanics in Milwaukee.
Oct 24th, 2014 by Edgar Mendez
Dispute Over Bucks Arena Goes National
New York Times dumps on Milwaukee business leaders, and city becoming divided on issue.
Oct 23rd, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters Announces New TV Ad
A new television ad that will begin airing today is the second in Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters’ $1 million campaign to defeat Governor Walker.
Oct 22nd, 2014 by Wisconsin Conservation Voters
Concerned Residents Travel to Capitol to Tell Gov. Walker: Stop Wasteful Highway Expansions
Wisconsin’s transportation priorities are backwards and need to be fixed now.
Oct 21st, 2014 by Press Release
38,000 TV Ads in Governor’s Race
And still rising, with percentage of negative ads higher than in nearly any state, study shows.
Oct 21st, 2014 by Bill Lueders
Citizen Action Files Open Records Request for Insurance Industry Lobbying on BadgerCare
Citizen Action asks Walker Administration to release all correspondence with insurance industry on the issue of federal funding for BadgerCare.
Oct 21st, 2014 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
Walker Won Second Debate
But neither candidate can close the sale in election. Why?
Oct 21st, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Where Walker, Burke Stand on Open Records
Grilled by Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council, the two offer different takes on how to assure the public's right to know.
Oct 20th, 2014 by Mark Pitsch
Both Sides Wrong About Walker’s Impact on Jobs
Actually, the data shows Gov. Walker has had little impact, positive or negative, on how the state grows jobs.
Oct 20th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson
Republicans Want to Purge GAB Director
Government Accountability Director Kevin Kennedy must go, says Robin Vos. Why?
Oct 20th, 2014 by Steven Walters
County Clerk Czarnezki Calls on State to Implement Same Sex Marriage License Changes
Milwaukee County Clerk Joe Czarnezki urged Governor Walker’s administration to update marriage license forms to reflect the fact that same sex couples are allowed to marry in Wisconsin.
Oct 17th, 2014 by Sup. Joe Czarnezki
Largest National Health Insurer Got Over $12 Million from Walker BadgerCare Decision
Wellpoint Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wisconsin got over $12 million from BadgerCare decision.
Oct 17th, 2014 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
Governor Walker wants to raise taxes on gasoline—say it ain’t so
Statement from Alderman Robert Bauman October 16, 2014
Oct 16th, 2014 by Ald. Bob Bauman
The Decline of ALEC
The right-wing American Legislative Exchange Council, long a big influence on state legislatures and Wisconsin, is bleeding business support.
Oct 16th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
State Records Show Insurance Industry Lobbied on BadgerCare
Lobbying records from (GAB) call into question Governor Walker’s blanket denial that the insurance industry lobbied his administration to reject federal funds for BadgerCare.
Oct 16th, 2014 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
How Rivals for Governor, Attorney General Would Handle Drunken Driving
Only Burke calls for making first-offense OWI a crime in Wisconsin.
Oct 16th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
New Marquette Law School Poll finds ties in Wisconsin races for both governor and attorney general
New Marquette Law School Poll shows Wisconsin governor, attorney general races both tied
Oct 15th, 2014 by Marquette University
Supervisor Khalif Rainey Critical of Gov. Scott Walker Administrtion Ruling on Minimum Wage
Says Ruling Shows Walker Opposes a Hike While Polls Show Strong Support
Oct 15th, 2014 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
Pols Raise Cash Behind Closed Doors
Both parties have ever-more secret fundraisers attended by lobbyists and insiders who influence state policy.
Oct 15th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
Walker Stumbles Badly Explaining Insurance Industry Influence on BadgerCare Decision
Gov. Walker was caught off guard and stumbled through his response.
Oct 14th, 2014 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
Walker’s Curious Debate Strategy
His strategy was to “largely ignore” Burke. That may have been a mistake.
Oct 14th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Campaign Contributors Benefited from Walker Rejection of BadgerCare Dollars
Insurance Companies getting windfall of public dollars also donated big money to Walker and legislators
Oct 13th, 2014 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
How to Change the State Tax Burden
New report proposes reducing property and income taxes by broadening the sales tax.
Oct 13th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Governor Walker announces $104 million in payments to local governments
Governor Scott Walker today announced that payments totaling $104,151,847 for General Transportation Aids.
Oct 10th, 2014 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Governor Walker announces more than $24 million in freight rail awards
Governor Scott Walker today approved six freight rail improvement projects totaling more than $24 million in grants and loans.
Oct 9th, 2014 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Why the Appeals Court Slapped Down Conservatives
In John Doe case, the Republican-leaning court tossed out 7 suits against John Chisholm, and chastised Judge Randa. Why?
Oct 8th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson
Wisconsin Lags on Alternative Energy
Conservative businessman Matt Neumann blasts Republicans for state's "rotten" record on renewable energy.
Oct 8th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
Governor Walker Named to “Dirty Dozen”
Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters Launches $1 Million Campaign
Oct 8th, 2014 by Wisconsin Conservation Voters
The Lt. Governor Nobody Wanted
Few on Scott Walker’s team wanted Rebecca Kleefish to win or had any respect for her. Yet she could be the next governor.
Oct 7th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Wisconsin’s freight rail system keeps the state’s economy moving
Governor Scott Walker has proclaimed October 6 to 12 Wisconsin Freight Rail Week.
Oct 2nd, 2014 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
The Massive Gender Gap in Gov’s Race
Walker does terrible with women. But Burke does far worse with men. Why?
Oct 2nd, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
New Marquette Law School Poll finds Walker leading in race for Wisconsin governor; attorney general race remains tied
A new Poll in the Wisconsin governor’s race finds Republican Gov. Scott Walker receiving the support of 50 percent of likely voters and Democratic challenger Mary Burke receiving 45 percent support.
Oct 1st, 2014 by Marquette University
Fuller Endorses Common Core
Former MPS superintendent says the educational standards are good for students and teachers.
Oct 1st, 2014 by Matthew Wisla
State Falls Behind on Energy Conservation
Walker administration is years behind in enacting new energy conservation standards for buildings. Second in a series.
Sep 30th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
Walker Administration Lets Building and Safety Codes Slip
Critics say anti-regulatory bent means state hasn't addressed potential hazards and adapted cost-saving advances. First of a series.
Sep 29th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
What Will “No Recall” Voters Do on Nov. 4?
They didn’t believe a governor should be recalled in mid-term. But will they vote to reelect Walker?
Sep 29th, 2014 by Steven Walters
5.5 Million Plus Reasons Why Scott Walker’s Ethics Reform Plan Was a Lie
Ethics Plan Promised 'Scott Walker Will Not Accept Any Campaign Contributions (From Any Source) From the Time He Takes Office... Until the State Budget Is Signed Into Law'
Sep 26th, 2014 by One Wisconsin Now
ACLU Comment on Federal Appeals Court Action on Wisconsin Voter ID
The full Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals today declined to rehear a three-judge panel's order reinstating Wisconsin's voter ID law prior to the midterm election
Sep 26th, 2014 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
Governor Walker approves improvement project at General Mitchell International Airport
Governor Scott Walker today announced a $1,235,530 project to rehabilitate airfield pavements and make safety improvements at General Mitchell International Airport.
Sep 25th, 2014 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Marquette University Board of Trustees elects five new members
Five new members were recently elected to the Marquette University Board of Trustees
Sep 25th, 2014 by Marquette University
Derailed High-Speed Rail Costs Wisconsin Jobs and Economic Growth
Get Wisconsin to Get Back on Track
Sep 23rd, 2014 by Press Release
More Women Run for Top Capitol Jobs
The number of women candidates running for state Capitol jobs is coming back.
Sep 23rd, 2014 by Steven Walters
Absentee Ballot ID Requirement Could Backfire on Republicans
Republican base of elderly, rural voters most affected.
Sep 19th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Good Government Advocates Call for Walker to Step Down from WEDC
In light of conflicts of interest, emergency action needed to protect public job creation dollars from legal bribery
Sep 19th, 2014 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
Another False Alarm… Par for the Course.
Senator Larson, I just checked Politifact.com and saw that they gave you another “false” rating.
Sep 17th, 2014 by Red Arnold
New Marquette Law School Poll finds Wisconsin governor’s race remains statistical dead heat
The governor’s race remains statistical dead heat.
Sep 17th, 2014 by Marquette University
The Wisconsin Way?
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin calls on Governor Walker to move health care reform forward.
Sep 16th, 2014 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Lawmakers Demand Response to Allegations of Inmate Abuse
Milwaukee Democrats call on the Department of Corrections to respond to allegations of abuse at Waupun Correctional Institution.
Sep 15th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
Can Business Be Attracted to City?
30th Street Corridor project depends on attracting and growing businesses. Second in a series.
Sep 15th, 2014 by Susan Nusser
Brostoff Denounces Appeals Court’s Voter ID Ruling
Candidate for State Assembly Calls for Open and Fair Voting Laws in Wisconsin
Sep 13th, 2014 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
MIAD Apartments Changes Irk Bauman, Who Demands Fix
A planned community gathering space instead becomes an underwhelming staircase.
Sep 11th, 2014 by Michael Horne
American Dream Blocked For Black Youth
Rep. Mandela Barnes offers his plan to address Wisconsin's racial disparities.
Sep 11th, 2014 by Mandela Barnes
Hamilton case shows need for new county investigation unit
Statement from Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. September 10, 2014
Sep 10th, 2014 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Milwaukee’s New Bus System
MCTS is adding express service to more routes.
Sep 10th, 2014 by Jeramey Jannene
Governor Walker approves improvement project at General Mitchell International Airport
Governor Scott Walker today announced a $290,000 project to install new perimeter fencing at General Mitchell International Airport.
Sep 10th, 2014 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
County Executive Abele & Mayor Barrett Host 9/11 Ceremony
Mayor Tom Barrett, County Executive Chris Abele, Governor Scott Walker, British Ambassador Sir Peter Westmacott and other local leaders will honor the victims of September 11, 2001.
Sep 10th, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
Can 30th Street Corridor Be Reclaimed?
The redevelopment effort includes a huge swath of the city, and countless players and plans. First of a series.
Sep 9th, 2014 by Susan Nusser
Citizen Action Calls on Walker Administration to Release 2015 Health Insurance Rates
Walker Administration withholding 2015 Healthcare.gov insurance premium rates while most states have released them.
Sep 9th, 2014 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
Transportation Funding Problem Grows
The next state budget could face a $600 million transportation fund deficit.
Sep 8th, 2014 by Steven Walters
WOLF! Is this a real alarm? It doesn’t matter… if you’re a sheep, you’ll start shaking
Wasserman Schultz is crying wolf... and the sheep are shaking
Sep 4th, 2014 by Red Arnold
Citizen Action Praises Fed Decision to Grant Special Enrollment Period for 38,000 Wisconsinites Forced into Coverage Gap
The special enrollment period will give these Wisconsin residents 60 days to enroll in the Federal health insurance marketplace for 2014.
Sep 4th, 2014 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Applauds Obama Administration Action on Special Enrollment Period for 38,000 Wisconsinites Dropped from BadgerCare under Governor Walker’s Plan
Last Week, Baldwin Asked Obama Administration for Special Enrollment Period to Close Coverage Gap Created By Walker Administration
Sep 4th, 2014 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Will Joe Davis Run For Mayor?
He probably has a better chance of beating Barrett than Bob Donovan. But what exactly does Davis stand for?
Sep 4th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters Calls on DNR Secretary Stepp to Reject Smart Sand Green Tier Application
Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters is calling on Secretary Cathy Stepp to reject the application for Green Tier status by Smart Sand, Inc.
Sep 3rd, 2014 by Wisconsin Conservation Voters
Citizen Action Urges Special Enrollment Period for 38,000 Wisconsinites Forced into Coverage Gap
Supports Senator Baldwin’s Request to Reopen Enrollment for Wisconsinites forced off BadgerCare by Governor Walker
Sep 2nd, 2014 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
Will Republicans Support a Bucks Bailout?
It can’t get done without GOP legislators, but they have deeply felt reasons for opposing any deal.
Aug 28th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
New Marquette Law School Poll finds Walker, Burke remain inside margin of error in Wisconsin governor’s race
A new Marquette Law School Poll finds Republican Gov. Scott Walker receiving the support of 47.5 percent of registered voters and Democratic challenger Mary Burke receiving 44.1 percent support. Another 5.5 percent say that they are undecided or that they do not know whom they will support, while fewer than 1 percent say they will vote for someone else.
Aug 27th, 2014 by Marquette University
Will TV Political Ads Get More Scrutiny?
New FCC rule may make it easer to track the many thousands of ads that will run this fall.
Aug 27th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
Milwaukee’s Biggest Building Breaks Ground
"A beautiful day in Milwaukee" and for assembled power brokers as Northwestern Mutual's new skyscraper gets underway.
Aug 26th, 2014 by Jeramey Jannene
Is Walker Guilty — Or the Law Meaningless?
After the latest Doe document dump, no other conclusion is possible.
Aug 26th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Attorney General Race Could Be a Sizzler
Happ's dramatic victory sets up clash between two county DAs.
Aug 25th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
The Remarkable Clout of Sheriff Clarke
A stunning election increases his power. What does it mean for Milwaukee?
Aug 19th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Charting a future course for Wisconsin waterways
Governor proclaims this week as Ports Week across the state
Aug 18th, 2014 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
New State BadgerCare Numbers Reveals Local Costs
Legislative Fiscal Bureau memo shows the cost and lost opportunity of rejecting federal funds for BadgerCare. Data for first time broken down for county level.
Aug 18th, 2014 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
Abele Goes O-fer On Election Night
Sheriff Clarke wins democratic primary. Plus: The rest of election night's winners and losers.
Aug 13th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Where Does All That Campaign Cash Go?
Scott Walker, Mary Burke campaign cash buying more than just ads.
Aug 13th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
Black Men Face Unequal Enforcement of Marijuana Laws
While the nation moves towards legalization, Wisconsin fills its jails with black men arrested for marijuana possession.
Aug 12th, 2014 by Edgar Mendez
Pick Tuesday’s Primary Winners
Burke v. Hulsey won't be close. But the 19th Assembly District Democratic primary looks to be very competitive, who will win it?
Aug 11th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Handicapping the Democratic Race for Attorney General
Jon Richards is the favorite. But is he the best choice?
Aug 7th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Court Decision Could Kill Obamacare in Wisconsin
That would hurt many who’ve enrolled, and leave Gov. Walker in a tough position.
Aug 6th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson
New Billboard: Derailed High-Speed Rail Costs Wisconsin Jobs and Economic Growth
It’s Time for Wisconsin to Get Rail Back on Track
Aug 5th, 2014 by Press Release
Sheriff Clarke is right on the money
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan August 5, 2014
Aug 5th, 2014 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Wangard Partners Develops in Harmony with a Onoe-of-a-kind Historic Reef to Create Walkable Neighborhood in Wauwatosa
Wangard Partners, Inc. (WPI) is pleased to announce that The Reef is set to break ground on Tuesday, August 5th.
Aug 5th, 2014 by Wangard Partners, Inc.
State Workers Now Contribute Twice as Much for Benefits
Will this be an issue in gubernatorial campaign?
Aug 4th, 2014 by Steven Walters
State Prisons “Routinely Engage in Torture,” Group Claims
Faith-based advocacy group asks Gov. Walker to investigate allegations of prisoner abuse at Waupun.
Jul 31st, 2014 by Bill Lueders
Brett Hulsey’s Crazy Campaign for Governor
The unorthodox Democrat says he will be the next governor, but he's invisible in the polls.
Jul 30th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
Candidate Questionnaires Tie Legislators’ Hands
Interest groups demand them. Politicians hate them. The result is less compromise on issues.
Jul 28th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Governor Walker’s Call to Corral Common Core, Correct… But Why?
Common Core/Governor Walker
Jul 25th, 2014 by Red Arnold
Why Walker’s Liberal Campaign Tactics?
His ads target Burke for not being liberal enough. Is he desperate -- or crazy like a fox?
Jul 24th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
