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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Laura Bush Comes to Town
She will join Tonette Walker in a fundraiser for the Christian group, Teen Challenge.
Oct 2nd, 2013 by Michael Horne
Statement from Rep. Barca on widening scandal surrounding hunter training grant
Assembly Democratic Leader Peter Barca (D-Kenosha) released the following statement today following a news report that 18 Republican legislators signed a letter advocating for a Republican political group with no hunter training experience to receive a $500,000 Sporting Heritage Grant.
Oct 1st, 2013 by State Rep. Peter Barca
The Problem of Poverty
Poverty is rising faster in Wisconsin and the city of Milwaukee than nationally.
Sep 26th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Wisconsin stalled at 37th in the nation in job growth, 45th in future job growth
Two-and-a-half years of Republican inaction on jobs continues to harm Wisconsin’s lagging economy
Sep 26th, 2013 by State Rep. Peter Barca
The End of Suburbs?
So argues a new book. And former Milwaukee Mayor John Norquist agrees. Are they right?
Sep 25th, 2013 by Terry Falk
Statement from Rep. Barca on sparse Republican jobs agenda
Today Gov. Scott Walker, Speaker Robin Vos and Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald announced a job package of small bills that they labeled a cure to economic woes they have failed to address in Wisconsin.
Sep 24th, 2013 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Milwaukee Common Council unanimous in opposition to Kenosha casino
Statement of President Willie L. Hines, Jr. September 24, 2013
Sep 24th, 2013 by Willie Hines
In Defense of County Bus System
MTS has done a great job of running county transit and shouldn’t be replaced.
Sep 24th, 2013 by Bill Sell
Will Paul Ryan Be Romney Redux?
He’s a favorite of Republicans, but Democrats may be secretly cheering for him as well.
Sep 24th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
State Budget Committee’s Rep. Richards commends county leaders for vote in support of BadgerCare
County Leaders Say Strengthen BadgerCare as Walker Gets Ready to Drop Coverage for 92,000 People
Sep 23rd, 2013 by Jon Richards
Walker Faces Tough Choice on Kenosha Casino
Any decision he makes will anger some, and could affect his potential run for president.
Sep 23rd, 2013 by Steven Walters
BBC Deplores Wisconsin’s Black Imprisonment Rate
News show focuses international attention on problems here.
Sep 19th, 2013 by Angie Schmitt
Wisconsin, Land of the Plutocrats
Forbes 400 list offers more evidence of wealth gap in Wisconsin.
Sep 19th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Shocking Conditions at the Courthouse
Court Commissioner Barry Slagle electrocuted in scary, unreported incident at courthouse.
Sep 19th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Taylor statement on DOJ release of protesters’ private data
Walker protestors who’ve been cited by the Capitol Police at the noon-time Solidarity Sing-Alongs were provided private information about other protestors, including home addresses and social security numbers.
Sep 18th, 2013 by Chris Taylor
Should Internet Sales Be Taxed?
Federal bill could yield more than $70 million in annual sales tax for Wisconsin. Walker says he would use for income tax relief.
Sep 18th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Capitol Sex Scandal Confirmed
Judge confirms affair between state DHS secretary and his legal counsel, and jealously abusive husband gets off with a misdemeanor.
Sep 17th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Southeast Wisconsin Rules the Capitol
Almost every Republican -- and Democratic -- leader is from a small part of the state.
Sep 16th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Scott Walker’s Tiny Tosa Turf
The small colonial is one-twentieth the size of the Governor's Mansion, with a sadly neglected yard and fence.
Sep 15th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Wisconsin Ignores Climate Change
Republicans join Koch Brothers, opposing actions to reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
Sep 12th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
The Debtor Governor
Figures from non-partisan Legislative Fiscal Bureau figures show Walker’s debt level the worst since 1970.
Sep 10th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
No Compromise is Possible
State Sen Tim Cullen retires, saying the Capitol is run by the moneyed and powerful.
Sep 9th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Casino Wars
The Potawatomi have spent millions to lobby against a Kenosha casino. Is Gov. Walker their latest ally?
Sep 4th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
How School Choice Got Expanded Statewide
Deal by GOP legislators and pushed by voucher lobbyists expanded it beyond Gov. Walker's proposal.
Sep 3rd, 2013 by Steven Walters
How MPS Is Improving Instruction
Common Core Standards are changing schools here and statewide, but Tea Party Republicans object.
Aug 29th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Republicans Back Anti-Gun Bill
Mandatory three-year term for illegal gun possession has support of Flynn and Barrett. But will it pass?
Aug 28th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
WI Could Still Get Higher Speed Rail
Minnesota is hatching a Twin Cities-to-Milwaukee-to-Chicago plan, putting Gov. Walker on the spot.
Aug 27th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
How to Reelect Freshmen Legislators
Party leaders let them sponsor high-profile bills likely to win votes.
Aug 26th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Murray Ave Parklet Takes It to the Street
Parking spots on Milwaukee's East Side converted into a dining area.
Aug 24th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Republican Dog & Pony Show
Legislators Vos and Darling tour city but offer no solutions. So why did they come?
Aug 22nd, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Which Governor is Best At Growing Jobs?
The truth is far more complicated than either party would claim.
Aug 22nd, 2013 by Bruce Thompson
Who’s Building Milwaukee?
Not minority workers, it seems. New study shows non-whites not very welcome in construction trades.
Aug 20th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Legislative Musical Chairs
A new Republican leader and many other changes coming this fall.
Aug 19th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Governor Walker Shapes State Labor Board
All three appointees on little known, powerful labor board now appointed by Republican Governor
Aug 15th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Cash the Check, Lawyers Benefit From Controversy at Capitol
New laws passed by Walker and GOP keep getting challenged in court.
Aug 14th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Mayor’s MPD overtime math doesn’t add up
Statement of Alderman Bob Donovan August 12, 2013
Aug 12th, 2013 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
They Like Bikes
Our political analyst finds many in Madison and Milwaukee are embracing bikes over cars.
Aug 5th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Millions in Out-of-State Donations for Walker
For true believers with ready pocketbooks, he is America's governor.
Jul 31st, 2013 by Bill Lueders
The State’s Spin Machine
Dept of Workforce Development spins job numbers to make Walker look good. Does it matter?
Jul 30th, 2013 by Bruce Thompson
Leaders Propose Granting Federal Medicaid Funds to WI Counties, Cite Ohio Model
On 48th anniversary of the start of Medicaid, county leaders point to alternative means of covering citizens
Jul 30th, 2013 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
Abele Dumps County Transit Company
Public bidding process awards bus contract to for-profit company.
Jul 29th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Gov. Walker’s Gender Gap
Men approve and women disapprove of him by large margins. Could that decide 2014 election?
Jul 29th, 2013 by Steven Walters
The Truth About State Taxes
They were never lower than under Jim Doyle, as new data shows.
Jul 25th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Capitol Police unlawfully arrest peaceful singers
This afternoon, the Wisconsin Capitol Police issued approximately 40 citations resulting from a peaceful gathering in the Capitol rotunda, according to observers.
Jul 24th, 2013 by Chris Taylor
Why is Anti-Abortion Lobby So Powerful?
Despite spending far less than groups like Planned Parenthood, Pro-Lifers keep winning legislative battles.
Jul 24th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Common Council members call on state to house sex offenders elsewhere
Members of the Milwaukee Common Council sharply criticized a state program that houses dangerous sex offenders in residential neighborhoods this week, calling it “disruptive to neighborhoods” and a “foolish waste of taxpayers’ money.”
Jul 23rd, 2013 by Ald. Tony Zielinski
Federal Court Hands Governor Walker Third Defeat This Month
Health care lawsuit against his administration moves forward
Jul 23rd, 2013 by Jon Richards
Is Milwaukee the Next Detroit?
Analyzing this city’s key strengths and weaknesses.
Jul 23rd, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Obama, Walker job approvals slip below 50 percent in Marquette Law School Poll
A new Marquette Law School Poll finds that job approval ratings for Gov. Scott Walker and President Barack Obama both have slipped below 50 percent in Wisconsin, with sharp differences evident among blocks of swing voters and across various regions in the state.
Jul 23rd, 2013 by Marquette University
Walker Spent Almost $1 Million on Outside Counsel
He's now ending pact with Michael Best firm, which advised on Act 10 legislation.
Jul 22nd, 2013 by Bill Lueders
More Jobs, Less Pay
Wisconsin sees the largest month-to-month gain in a decade but most are low-wage jobs.
Jul 19th, 2013 by Jack Norman
Repeal of forced ultrasound bill introduced
Democratic legislators vow to continue fight
Jul 18th, 2013 by Chris Taylor
Feingold’s Progressive Front
His Progressives United group gives more than $1 million to political candidates.
Jul 11th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Governor Ignores South Side on Residency Requirement
Walker signs law, never responds to letters from South Side politicians and organizations.
Jul 11th, 2013 by Edgar Mendez
Clark Rockefeller’s Bag Job
UWM bag with severed head leads to murder rap for ex-Milwaukeean with phony name.
Jul 10th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Victory for free speech in State Capitol
Unconstitutional Capitol access policies struck down
Jul 10th, 2013 by Chris Taylor
Will Van Hollen Stay as Attorney General?
He hasn't announced a 2014 reelection effort. He might decide to pursue other interests.
Jul 9th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Nation’s Governors to Convene for Summer Meeting in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Governors from across the country will gather in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, August 1-4, for the National Governors Association (NGA) Summer Meeting to discuss a variety of issues facing states.
Jul 8th, 2013 by Press Release
Federal Judge Temporarily Blocks Wisconsin Abortion Law
Law Would Have Closed Half of State's Abortion Clinics
Jul 8th, 2013 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
Choice Schools Leave Disabled Students Behind?
As voucher schools expand to more cities, critics complain they don't serve disabled students.
Jul 8th, 2013 by Rory Linnane
Fun With Budget Numbers
An insider's take on the state budget and how it was put together.
Jul 3rd, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Why We Trail America in Jobs Growth
In 21 of the last 23 months we have trailed the nation. Walker’s policies get much of the blame.
Jul 2nd, 2013 by Jack Norman
Seven Issues That Could Decide 2014 Election
Wisconsin's choice for governor will depend on where voters stand on these issues.
Jul 1st, 2013 by Steven Walters
Statement from Rep. Barca on signing of Gov. Walker’s extreme, anti-middle class budget
Assembly Democratic Leader Peter Barca (D-Kenosha) released the following statement today after Gov. Walker signed the 2013-2015 state budget into law
Jun 30th, 2013 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Wisconsin 38th in job growth under Gov. Walker
State still dead last in the Midwest
Jun 27th, 2013 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Bradley Prizes Go to Millionaires
Roger Ailes and Mitch Daniels were among four men awarded $250,000 each by the Milwaukee foundation for "unflinching" conservatism.
Jun 26th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Democrats call on Gov. Walker to veto budget provisions harmful to consumers, middle-class families
Vetoes would dramatically improve budget for public schools, people who need health care, middle-class taxpayers
Jun 26th, 2013 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Public School Staff Hasn’t Declined
Despite state changes, Wisconsin schools held steady last year, but are down by 5,200 positions since 2009.
Jun 26th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Final Tally on State Budget
The numbers show some surprising priorities, with spending on health care leading the way.
Jun 24th, 2013 by Steven Walters
GOP budget bad for Wisconsinites
Special interest giveaways create $505 million deficit at expense of children and middle-class
Jun 19th, 2013 by Chris Taylor
The Decline of Sheriff Clarke
The weirder and crankier he gets, the more unlikely his reelection.
Jun 18th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Who Will Run Against Walker?
The list of possible candidates isn't long, as discussions at the state Democratic convention made clear.
Jun 17th, 2013 by Steven Walters
GOP passes forced ultrasound bill
Additional unprecedented attacks on birth control move forward
Jun 14th, 2013 by Chris Taylor
Ahoy! Pirate Party Will Rally Downtown
The Wisconsin affiliate of the populist-flavored party, organized by political activist Joe Klein, will rally on June 29th.
Jun 13th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Why Walker Opposes Obamacare
His opposition to more federal dollars for Medicaid will hurt Wisconsin, but help his campaign for president.
Jun 13th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Why WisDOT Is Behind the Times
Auto traffic per capita has declined since 2004, other states now spend less on highways, but Wisconsin wants to keep expanding.
Jun 12th, 2013 by Dave Reid
Does Wisconsin Really Have a “Skills Gap”?
Journal Sentinel stories continue to insist we do, but a new study says no.
Jun 11th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Packers Field Kicks Off at Mitchell Park
The neighborhood now is the only one in America with a former NFL playing field.
Jun 10th, 2013 by Edgar Mendez
The GOP’s Young Guns
Some of the newest Assembly Republicans, including four accountants, dictated the final budget.
Jun 10th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Walker celebrates having a job while many others lose theirs
Philly Fed reserve ranks WI 49th in economic growth.
Jun 6th, 2013 by Chris Taylor
Pushing for New Black Businesses
African American Chamber of Commerce has new leaders and a less “in your face” style.
Jun 6th, 2013 by Tony Atkins
Supervisor Michael Mayo, Sr. Says Committee Action Shows Confusing Nature of New Law Limiting County Board’s Powers
Chairman of the Transportation, Public Works & Transit Committee Says Delay of Wauwatosa Water Utility Resolution Caused by Uncertainty About Board’s Role in the Wake of Enactment of Act 14
Jun 5th, 2013 by Sup. Michael Mayo
GOP Fast Tracks a Smelly Bill
The elections bill will suppress voting by average folks while giving corporations and lobbyists more clout.
Jun 5th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Did Public TV Censor Koch Film?
After David Koch withdrew his offer to donate to public TV, a public TV group withdrew support for documentary film about him.
Jun 5th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
GOP wraps up budget panel work spending money taken from school kids on tax break for the rich
Press Release from Rep. Barca, Rep. Mason, and Rep. Ricards.
Jun 5th, 2013 by State Rep. Peter Barca
GOP Adopts Ideological Health Care Plan that Costs Taxpayers More, Insures Fewer People
Republicans attempted to disguise the issue by saying that those people could simply buy private coverage in the exchanges, but failed to note that their plan does not make that insurance affordable for them.
Jun 4th, 2013 by Jon Richards
GOP Wants to Cut Back Taxpayer Donations
You may lose the chance to donate to causes like prostate cancer research or a fire fighters memorial if this measure is adopted.
Jun 4th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Another Hole in the Safety Net?
Victims of domestic violence may lose health coverage because of disagreements between Gov. Walker and federal government.
Jun 4th, 2013 by Brendan O’Brien
Independent analysis confirms GOP flat tax plan is massive tax giveaway to the wealthy at the expense of middle-class taxpayers
A new Republican flat tax plan would pay big dividends for Wisconsin’s most well off at the expense of the middle class, according to an independent analysis of the plan released today.
May 30th, 2013 by Jon Richards
Republicans Dust Off Failed ‘Trickle Down’ Experiments of the Past
New GOP Flat Tax Scheme Benefits Wealthy at the Expense of Public Schools, Middle Class
May 28th, 2013 by Jon Richards
Peter Barca for Governor?
Some Democratic insiders see Assembly minority leader Peter Barca as the best hope to run against Scott Walker.
May 28th, 2013 by Steven Walters
GOP introduces flurry of bills attacking women’s health
Rep. Taylor calls for focus on fixing the state budget
May 23rd, 2013 by Chris Taylor
Why Dan Bice Should Resign
The Journal Sentinel columnist’s coverage of John Doe probe is a case study in journalistic malfeasance.
May 23rd, 2013 by George Mitchell
State Making Little Progress on Improving Train Shed
Gov. Walker turned down federal money that could have funded federally-mandated improvements required for downtown train station.
May 23rd, 2013 by Michael Horne
Rep. Taylor statement on voucher petition drive
Democratic lawmakers delivered 16,809 petitions to Governor Scott Walker and state budget committee co-chairs.
May 22nd, 2013 by Chris Taylor
School Choice Lobby Spends $10 Million
Choice supporters donated $2.8 million to state candidates and $7 million for electioneering activities, according to nonpartisan watchdog group.
May 22nd, 2013 by Bill Lueders
MPS’ Rufus King wins national ACT award for college and career readiness
Rufus King International School is the only high school in the nation to receive the award
May 22nd, 2013 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Bail Bond Bill Will Create Debtor’s Prisons
Why are Republicans pushing a bill opposed almost unanimously by criminal justice professionals?
May 21st, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Walker food stamp plan puts mean-spirited ideology before taxpayers, common sense
Madison—Governor Scott Walker wants state taxpayers to pay an extra $16.7 million per year on his plan to take food off the tables of 31,350 low-income Wisconsinites.
May 21st, 2013 by Jon Richards
Supervisor David Bowen Resolution on Badgercare Funding Concerns
Request for the State to accept Federal Healthcare Funds
May 20th, 2013 by State Rep. David Bowen
