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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The Wrath of Eric O’Keefe
He’s under investigation in John Doe II but turning the tables on the District Attorney and making him sweat.
Feb 13th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Growth, Age, of Wisconsin Healthcare Signups Continue to Raise Concerns
Wisconsin's enrollment falls behind MN, IL, Nation both in increase in enrolled and in average age.
Feb 13th, 2014 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
Zamarripa Proposal Would Help Undocumented Residents
Milwaukee legislator's bill would allow them to get drivers licenses, attend state colleges.
Feb 12th, 2014 by Edgar Mendez
$32 Million Spent Lobbying State Legislators in 2013
End of year reports also show Walker raised three times more campaign dollars than Burke.
Feb 12th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
Assembly Republicans reject additional middle-class property tax relief
Instead, Speaker Vos and his caucus rubberstamp Gov. Walker’s irresponsible spending plan
Feb 11th, 2014 by State Rep. Peter Barca
How Rogue Aides Can Ruin Politicians
Gov. Chris Christie’s problems are a lesson to every politician in Wisconsin.
Feb 10th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Alderman Bauman letter to Governor urges nighttime quiet on Hoan project
In his efforts to protect residents and businesses from the constant nighttime noise that accompanies ongoing work on the Hoan Bridge, Alderman Robert Bauman has sent a letter to Governor Scott Walker urging the Governor to intervene.
Feb 7th, 2014 by Ald. Bob Bauman
Supervisor Gerry Broderick Criticizes Gov. Scott Walker’s Support of Mental Health Bill
Milwaukee County Supervisor Gerry Broderick issued the following statement regarding Gov. Scott Walker’s support of a mental health “reform” bill currently being considered in the Legislature.
Feb 6th, 2014 by Gerry Broderick
Assembly Democrats unveil a more responsible alternative to Gov. Walker’s spending plan
Proposal includes more funding for middle-class property tax relief, job training, rainy day fund
Feb 6th, 2014 by State Rep. Peter Barca
DOJ must stop prosecuting unconstitutional tickets
“Considering yesterday’s ruling, the DOJ must immediately dismiss all of the approximately 400 remaining frivolous citations.
Feb 6th, 2014 by Chris Taylor
Recall Effort Targets John Chisholm
DA targeted by right wingers outraged by John Doe and liberal blacks angered by suspects killed in custody.
Feb 6th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
State Hires Company That Screwed-Up Voter Registration System
Walker administration gives $59 million IT contract to Accenture, which won headlines for its poor work under Doyle.
Feb 5th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
John Doe II Is Anything But Partisan
Scott Walker’s defenders call the probe a partisan witch hunt. But newly released court documents say otherwise.
Feb 4th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Supervisor Michael Mayo, Sr. QUESTIONS Bill on Mental Health
Says Legislation Could Reduce Accountability, Looks Like More of the Same; He Questions How It Will Help Patients
Feb 3rd, 2014 by Sup. Michael Mayo
State Releasing Far More Sex Offenders
Number released from mental lockup has quadrupled, but officials say risk to residents is low. First of a three-part series.
Feb 3rd, 2014 by Nora G. Hertel
Walker Says Act 10 Was About “Local Control”
Gearing up for election, he says controversial law helps school boards focus on education rather than “union grievances.”
Feb 3rd, 2014 by Steven Walters
Supervisor David F. Bowen Praises Finance Committee for Passage of Living Wage Ordinance
Milwaukee County Supervisor David F. Bowen today praised the County Board’s Finance, Personnel and Audit Committee for voting to approve a “living wage” of 100 percent of the poverty line.
Jan 30th, 2014 by State Rep. David Bowen
Statement of Milwaukee County Supervisor David F. Bowen on the County Executive’s Opposition to a “Living Wage” Ordinance
I’m disappointed that the County Executive has resorted to spreading misinformation regarding my proposal to replace poverty wages in Milwaukee County with a Living Wage ordinance.
Jan 29th, 2014 by State Rep. David Bowen
Walker’s Roadblocks to Affordable Care Act Enrollment Support Unconstitutional
An important court decision late last week calls into question the constitutionality of additional burdens placed on health care enrollment navigators by the Walker Administration.
Jan 28th, 2014 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
First Marquette Law School Poll of 2014 examines Wisconsin governor’s race, direction of the state and jobs outlook
The first Marquette Law School Poll of the 2014 election year finds Gov. Scott Walker leading Democratic candidate Mary Burke, 47 to 41 percent.
Jan 27th, 2014 by Press Release
Will Walker Change State’s School Standards?
Once again, Walker threatens to replace Common Core standards. Is he bluffing?
Jan 27th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
The War Against Wind
Wind power is booming in surrounding states but declining in Wisconsin. Why?
Jan 23rd, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Representative Goyke’s Statement on Governor Walker’s State of the State Address
State Representative Evan Goyke (D-Milwaukee) issued the following statement in response to Governor Walker’s State of the State address delivered this evening:
Jan 23rd, 2014 by Evan Goyke
Legislators Seek to Outlaw Discrimination Against Long-Term Unemployed
At a media event Wednesday at the State Capitol, Citizen Action of Wisconsin, State Representative Mandela Barnes and State Senator Dave Hansen announced legislation banning employment discrimination against the long term unemployed.
Jan 22nd, 2014 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
Happy Days Are Here Again
Gov. Walker’s State-of-the-State speech will be singing a very positive song.
Jan 20th, 2014 by Steven Walters
State surplus must ensure long-term economic security for Wisconsin working families
Rep. Barca emphasizes a bold approach that remedies Wisconsin’s lagging recovery
Jan 16th, 2014 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Democratic Wedge Issues
Republicans are out of step on issues like same sex marriage and medical marijuana.
Jan 16th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Citizen Action Alarmed by Gov. Walker’s Support of Poverty Wage Agencies
Governor Walker's support of less-than-minimum-wage industries reveals shocking disregard for fair pay
Jan 16th, 2014 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
State Spending Now an Open Book
Web site tracking state spending is a font of information, not all of it useful.
Jan 14th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
Millennials Drive Downtown Growth, GMC Told
Younger residents far more important than empty nesters in driving city growth, and urban areas are surpassing suburbs, speakers at conference note.
Jan 14th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Mayor’s streetcar double-down doesn’t match up with his claim on jobs priority
Mayor’s streetcar double-down doesn’t match up with his claim on jobs priority
Jan 14th, 2014 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Governor Walker announces $104 million in payments to local governments
Governor Scott Walker today announced that payments totaling more than $104 million for General Transportation Aids, Connecting Highway Aids and Expressway Policing Aids have been delivered to local governments.
Jan 8th, 2014 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Unaffordable Care
Citizens Action of Wisconsin conference shows impact of the Affordable Care Act and Gov. Walker’s decisions on Medicaid.
Jan 8th, 2014 by Mrinal Gokhale
Telephone Company Rip-Off
Now that the telecom industry is deregulated, AT&T can gouge customers with late fees.
Jan 7th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Walker’s No-Pardon Stance Is Risky
He argues it's a matter of principle not to undermine judicial system. Will the decision hurt him in an election?
Jan 7th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
Our 2014 Wish List
Bruce Murphy, Dave Reid and Jeramey Jannene offer their take on how to build a better city.
Jan 6th, 2014 by Urban Milwaukee
How to End the Income Tax
Tax pros offer suggestions to Gov. Walker.
Jan 6th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Crystal Ball for 2014
25 predictions that are certain (well, maybe) to come true this year.
Jan 3rd, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Gwen Moore “Educates” Ted Cruz
Speaking at St. John's on the Lake, she talks about her conversation with Cruz, earmarks and voter ID.
Jan 2nd, 2014 by Michael Horne
Walker Says Campaign Cash Corrupts
At least if it comes from unions. As to other reforms in campaign finance, he's elusive.
Dec 31st, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Crazy Casino Politics
Both Gov. Walker and Mary Burke have mishandled the Kenosha Casino issue.
Dec 30th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Is Walker Serious About Ending Income Tax?
It brings in $7.5 billion per year. How would he replace it?
Dec 30th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Minnesota Trumps Wisconsin on Health Care
By cooperating with Obamacare Minnesota will cover 225,000 more people and spend $104 million less than Wisconsin.
Dec 27th, 2013 by Nora G. Hertel and James Nord
Money Flow to Politicians Never Stops
The past year has seen union coffers decline, while other donors keep the cash coming.
Dec 26th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Christmas Gifts for Your Favorite Politician
Here are some last-minute gift ideas for a few Wisconsin pols.
Dec 23rd, 2013 by Steven Walters
Wisconsin Ranks 37th in Job Numbers
Here is the nonpartisan Bureau of Labor Statistics' quarterly census job numbers
Dec 18th, 2013 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Why Walker Didn’t Graduate
Journal Sentinel adds more to story, but still leaves some mystery.
Dec 18th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Gov. Walker, Don’t Use Free Speech as a Scapegoat
Governor signals he will sign bill protecting racist team names and mascots
Dec 18th, 2013 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
Will Walker Veto Bill on Schools Using Indian Names?
He offers sympathy to both sides while reiterating his goal for job growth.
Dec 18th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Why Do People Hate the Property Tax?
10 questions and answers about your property tax bill
Dec 16th, 2013 by Steven Walters
State Delays on Talgo Claim
State claims board won't hear Talgo complaint at next meeting, and officials delay release of Talgo's legal filing, though it's a public record.
Dec 12th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Talk is Cheap on John Doe Probe
Are conservatives trying to smear the investigators probing Walker's reelection campaign and third party groups?
Dec 10th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Measure Limits Recalls But Allows Unlimited Fundraising
Republican proposal would provide great protection to incumbent politicians.
Dec 9th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Why the Minimum Wage Should Be Increased
It could do more than anything to reduce the income gap in this state.
Dec 5th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Rep. Taylor’s statement on GOP rejection of BadgerCare expansion
Today, Republicans rejected an attempt by Assembly Democrats to accept billions of federal dollars to provide health care access for 83,000 Wisconsinites living in poverty.
Dec 4th, 2013 by Chris Taylor
The Governor as Grinch
Walker's crass campaign pitch, a weird art thief and the Santa Rampage.
Dec 4th, 2013 by Michael Horne
The Legislature’s Unfinished Business
Bills still waiting deal with background checks for gun sales, campaign finance, drone attacks, and woodchuck hunting.
Dec 3rd, 2013 by Bill Lueders
John Gurda’s Home of History
Just one block north of the suburbs in Bay View, he's written most of his 19 books from this home base.
Dec 2nd, 2013 by Michael Horne
How Walker Worries About Polls
His book shows he frequently adjusts strategy based on poll results.
Dec 2nd, 2013 by Steven Walters
Amtrak to Chicago Will Go Wireless
Finally, the line will get Wi-Fi (we hope), but Milwaukee's Amtrak station still lacks it.
Nov 29th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Finally, Something the Parties Agree On
Republican and Democratic legislators both support tax credits to rehab old buildings, but cost could be high.
Nov 26th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Can Burke Beat Walker?
The 2014 campaign may depend on which candidate has the best story to tell.
Nov 26th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Hispanics Could Be Critical in Governor’s Race
And Walker is reaching out to them.
Nov 25th, 2013 by Steven Walters
New Probe is Big Trouble for Walker
Both the first and second John Doe have focused on his campaigns, suggesting a disturbing pattern.
Nov 19th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Citizens Demand Action on Redistricting
Emails from the public to Republican legislators overwhelmingly support reform, but GOP won't budge.
Nov 19th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Rep. Taylor to Gov. Walker: You don’t have to kick anyone off BadgerCare Plus
Governor Walker announced that he will call for a special session to give mothers and other individuals he is kicking off health care more time to transition to the Affordable Care Act.
Nov 14th, 2013 by Chris Taylor
Yes, Virginia, There is a Scott Walker
What Virginia and Iowa can teach the governor.
Nov 13th, 2013 by Bill Kaplan
Police Scam Artists
Why does the cop’s union protect officers who rip off taxpayers?
Nov 12th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Citizen Action Applauds Senator Baldwin’s Call to Delay Cuts to BadgerCare
Citizen Action of Wisconsin applauds Senator Baldwin’s common sense proposals to assure that Wisconsin families who need health coverage do not fall between the cracks.
Nov 12th, 2013 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
Walker’s Book is Very Revealing
There are fascinating sections, including Walker giving staff a top ten list ridiculing public workers.
Nov 12th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Who Threw Deininger Off the GAB?
The rumor is that Walker or Republican legislators are punishing him for his decisions on recall elections.
Nov 11th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Talgo Files Claim Against State
State would have to pay $136 million for canceling train contract.
Nov 8th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Brookfield Square Welcomes County Buses
Unlike Southridge and other suburban malls, Brookfield Square actually runs ads to attract bus-riding city residents.
Nov 7th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Milwaukee’s Most Underestimated Leader?
MPS superintendent Gregory Thornton has quietly righted a ship that once looked ready to sink.
Nov 5th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Walker’s Year Of Political Danger
Weak poll results and tricky issues face the governor in the year before he runs.
Nov 4th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Mike Grebe’s Conservative Cudahy Condo
It's just a short walk from the Bradley Foundation, where Grebe battles daily to turn us all conservative.
Nov 4th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Mayor Barrett Calls for Delay in Wisconsin BadgerCare Changes
Health Insurance for 92,000 at Stake with Ongoing Health Insurance Marketplace Problems
Nov 1st, 2013 by Tom Barrett
5 Candidates Running for Jeff Stone’s Assembly Seat
Four Republicans and one Democrat seek to win this heavily Republican suburban district.
Oct 31st, 2013 by Michael Horne
Four May Run for Richards’ Assembly Seat
The biggest name: sources say county board chair Marina Dimitrijevic is preparing to run.
Oct 30th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Marquette Law School Poll shows Walker in tight race with Burke for Wisconsin governor in 2014
A new Marquette Law School Poll finds that, just over a year from the election, the 2014 Wisconsin governor’s race is shaping up to be very competitive.
Oct 29th, 2013 by Press Release
Casino decision is about preserving jobs in Milwaukee
Statement of President Willie L. Hines, Jr. October 29, 2013
Oct 29th, 2013 by Willie Hines
Casino Construction
While the Menominee wait to hear if they can build a casino, the Potawatomi Casino Hotel is moving toward completion.
Oct 25th, 2013 by Dave Reid
Rep. Barca: “Let’s work together to boost Wisconsin economy”
Barca calls on Gov. Walker to show leadership, reach agreement on Kenosha casino project
Oct 23rd, 2013 by State Rep. Peter Barca
New Report Explains Why Wisconsin Health Insurance Rates Dramatically Higher than Minnesota’s
Decisions made by Wisconsin explains massive health insurance premium disparity between MN and WI on new health insurance marketplaces
Oct 23rd, 2013 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
Will Mary Burke Spend Big?
Democrats hope she'll spend plenty of her personal wealth in the race against Scott Walker, but she's giving mixed signals.
Oct 22nd, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Retiring With Guns Blazing
Several politicians have announced retirement, some diplomatically, others firing shots at their opponents.
Oct 21st, 2013 by Steven Walters
Amtrak Ridership Hits All-Time High
Smaller cities drive increase as polls show voters overwhelmingly support federal support of passenger rail.
Oct 18th, 2013 by Angie Schmitt
Rep. Taylor statement on special session property tax bill
“This bill continues the bad policies of Scott Walker and legislative Republicans that benefit the wealthiest individuals on the backs of hard-working Wisconsin families and children.”
Oct 17th, 2013 by Chris Taylor
Republicans reject property tax cut
Democratic plan would have been a decrease for all property taxpayers rather than less of a hike for a few
Oct 17th, 2013 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Why Walker’s Job Strategy Has Failed
He’s followed a much-touted strategy used by successful companies. Why hasn’t it worked?
Oct 17th, 2013 by Bruce Thompson
New Moves to Bail Out the Bucks
Bradley Center and business leaders search for a clever way to subsidize the NBA team.
Oct 15th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
How Legislators Grab Big Pensions
A move into higher-paying state jobs greatly increases their pensions.
Oct 14th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Statement from Rep. Barca on GOP property tax plan
Assembly Democratic Leader Peter Barca (D-Kenosha) released the following statement today about the property tax plan announced by Gov. Walker and Republican legislators
Oct 10th, 2013 by State Rep. Peter Barca
How to Nab Bad Guys
ShotSpotter has become a key tool for city police, but Walker says no to funding and Abele says yes.
Oct 10th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Taylor statement on free speech settlement
The Wisconsin Department of Administration and the American Civil Liberties Union announced a settlement in the ACLU’s lawsuit against the state over illegal permitting policies that restrict free speech at the State Capitol.
Oct 10th, 2013 by Chris Taylor
Supervisor Michael Mayo, Sr. Criticizes Move to Take Away Mental Health Authority From County Board
Milwaukee County Supervisor Michael Mayo, Sr. today said that any efforts to remove the County Board’s authority over the County’s mental health system are an attempt to place blame on the Board for mismanagement at the Behavioral Health Division.
Oct 9th, 2013 by Sup. Michael Mayo
Obamacare Haters Help People Sign Up
State's Republican politicians who oppose law are helping enroll their constituents.
Oct 9th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Mr. Fixit Puts Down His Tool Kit
Moderate Mark Bugher steps down as head of UW Research Park after holding many key jobs in state government.
Oct 7th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Game of musical chairs further highlights scandal
Statement from Rep. Barca on latest developments in United Sportsmen fiasco
Oct 3rd, 2013 by State Rep. Peter Barca
