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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Chairwoman Dimitrijevic Applauds Governor Walker’s Support of the Family Justice Center
Center Would Serve Many of Milwaukee County’s Most Vulnerable
Feb 13th, 2013 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
High Court Race May Cost Millions
Roggensack's reelection effort will determine if Supreme Court retains a conservative majority. Millions could be spent on both sides.
Feb 13th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
A Fiscal Shell Game
Legislators will likely transfer $500 million from the general fund to the transportation fund, yet bicycle funding will still get cut.
Feb 8th, 2013 by Dave Schlabowske
Republican Plan to Steal Elections
Priebus and others push strategies to win presidency with a minority of votes.
Feb 7th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
The Money Behind the Mining Bill
Is it $15 million in campaign contributions? The tally is inexact, but it's way more than environmentalists donate.
Feb 7th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
County Executive Abele Applauds Gov. Walker’s Commitment to Mental Health
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele applauds Governor Scott Walker’s announcement today of a $29 million investment in mental health programs and services.
Feb 6th, 2013 by County Executive Chris Abele
Walker Injects False Issue in Medicaid Decision
In response to growing pressure to accept billions of dollars in federal Medicaid money to fill the holes in BadgerCare, and guarantee that over 170,000 Wisconsinites have access to the secure health care they need to prosper and succeed, Governor Walker has been injected a false reason for not taking the money.
Feb 6th, 2013 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
Plan to Strengthen BadgerCare Unveiled at State Capitol
Provides another stepping stone to rebuilding Wisconsin’s middle-class
Feb 5th, 2013 by Jon Richards
County Lobbyists Asleep on the Job?
They should be working to get more state funding. But they’re too busy protecting the county board.
Feb 5th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Every Politician in Town
Well, not quite, but the City's Birthday Party had a big turnout of politicians and insiders.
Feb 5th, 2013 by Michael Horne
New Marriott Hotel Still Controversial?
The hotel got a lot of state WHEDA money that was supposed to target Milwaukee's central city job centers. Still, the hotel is a boost for downtown.
Feb 1st, 2013 by Dave Reid
JOBS NOW!
Democrats debut jobs package as exciting first step this session toward rebuilding Wisconsin’s middle class
Jan 31st, 2013 by Press Release
Statement from Rep. Barca on the appointment of Reed Hall as permanent WEDC CEO
Assembly Democratic Leader Peter Barca (D-Kenosha), a board member of the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), released the following statement today after Gov. Walker announced his appointment of interim CEO Reed Hall as the permanent CEO of WEDC.
Jan 29th, 2013 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Instead of lifting residency requirement, let’s expand school choice and fix the “funding flaw”
As a city leader, I recognize how critically important it is that we have a city that is not only attractive, but that is also a place where people truly want to live.
Jan 25th, 2013 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
The Incomplete Story
How the Journal Sentinel slants the story on venture capital -- and on downsizing the county board.
Jan 24th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
The Secret Lobbyists
Lobbyists must register to lobby the legislature but can work in secret to get the big money from government contracts. Why?
Jan 24th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Time for a state budget focused on middle-class families
Reps. Barca, Pasch release statements on middle-class tax cuts, investments in core middle-class priorities
Jan 22nd, 2013 by Press Release
Act 10 Could Still Be in Trouble
Federal appeals court decision looks shaky, and state lawyers made mistakes defending anti-union law.
Jan 22nd, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
What’s Stopping Tougher Drunk Driving Laws
The cost of enforcement has been estimated at $200 million annually, but some scoff at this figure.
Jan 18th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
A Primer on Transportation Funding
Want to get wonky with me? Here's a rundown of how the government bicycle programs actually work.
Jan 18th, 2013 by Dave Schlabowske
Wisconsin Mental Health Agencies Will Lose Out on Millions if Walker Rejects Medicaid Dollars
At a press conference Thursday morning health advocates highlighted a crisis fast approaching.
Jan 17th, 2013 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
Bill to Cut Supervisor Pay Likely
Despite Republican delays and opposition by the board, the bill has a good chance of passage.
Jan 17th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Rep. Barca’s State of the State Response: Where is the urgency on jobs?
Assembly Democratic Leader Peter Barca (D-Kenosha) delivered his response to Governor Walker's State of the State Address tonight.
Jan 15th, 2013 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Democratic legislative leaders to deliver official response to Gov. Walker’s State of the State Address
Senate Democratic Leader Chris Larson (D-Milwaukee) and Assembly Democratic Leader Peter Barca (D-Kenosha) will deliver the official response to Gov. Walker's State of the State Address tomorrow night following the governor's speech.
Jan 14th, 2013 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Wisconsin Business Taxes Will Increase Millions if Walker Rejects Medicaid Dollars
On a Media Call Friday morning health advocates discussed new research that shows that Wisconsin businesses will pay $120 million more in federal taxes if Governor Scott Walker rejects increased federal Medicaid money offered by the Affordable Care Act, the national health care reform law.
Jan 11th, 2013 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
Robin Hood in Reverse
Republicans’ tax plan assures that Wisconsin follows other states in the race to the bottom.
Jan 11th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Focus bipartisan energy on putting people back to work
Assembly Democratic Leader Peter Barca issues post-rules session statement.
Jan 10th, 2013 by State Rep. Peter Barca
The Rising Cost of State’s Outside Contractors
Wisconsin spent more on outside contractors than any year since 2004.
Jan 10th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Why We Need a Part-Time County Board
For 125 years, the board was part-time. Then Tom Ament and company nudged it up to full-time. Why?
Jan 9th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Wisconsin’s Rising Wealth Gap
In the last decade all $4.8 billion in income gains went to the wealthiest 20 percent. All boats aren’t rising.
Jan 8th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Rep. Barca: Inauguration Day Message
Assembly Democratic Leader Peter Barca (D-Kenosha) released the following message today discussing his thoughts, hopes and priorities for the 2013-2014 legislative session.
Jan 7th, 2013 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Walker Backs Transparency in Campaign Funding
He's open -- in theory - to changes that address the problem of "dark money" in elections.
Jan 2nd, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Walker Will Veto Same-Day Registration Ban
Governor says if there is "any cost" to ending same-day voter registration, he will veto the bill.
Dec 20th, 2012 by Bill Lueders
Sue Black
She was wrongly fired, she insists to Milwaukee Magazine, whose cover story has many community leaders praising her.
Dec 20th, 2012 by Jeramey Jannene
Still Defending the Infamous Pension Plan
County Exec Abele wants to cut back the lucrative backdrop provision. Why are supervisors delaying this?
Dec 19th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
The Curious Case of Stephen Einhorn
The man who “feared” for his family’s privacy is a political activist and capital insider grabbing government funding for his company.
Dec 13th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Rep. Richards: Gov. Walker needs to “shut the door” on ending same-day voter registration
No victory for voters or taxpayers until a veto is promised
Dec 12th, 2012 by Jon Richards
County Supervisors, Others to Call for End to Poverty Wages for Janitors
Contract for cleaning county buildings spurs concerns that public dollars fund family-sustaining jobs
Dec 12th, 2012 by SEIU Local 1
Walker Reversal on Same Day Registration Does Not Go Far Enough
According to press reports today Governor Walker has reversed himself on repealing same day registration, stating he would not sign a bill that cost as much money as the Government Accountability Board has estimated.
Dec 12th, 2012 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
Rep. Richards’ Huffington Post blog: Gov. Walker, GOP Allies Put Voter Suppression Ahead of Helping the Middle Class
In his latest blog post on the Huffington Post website, Rep. Jon Richards (D-Milwaukee) calls on Gov. Scott Walker and legislative Republicans to drop their plans to end same-day voter registration.
Dec 11th, 2012 by Jon Richards
Republicans Sneaking Bill on Same Day Registration?
Voters would probably oppose it, so GOP needs to pass the legislation very, very quietly.
Dec 11th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Governor’s continued attempts to disenfranchise voters warrant arrest
Statement of Alderman Ashanti Hamilton
Dec 5th, 2012 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
In Defense of Same Day Registration
Mayor Barrett, government and community leaders, speak out against Governor Walker’s proposal to eliminate same day registration
Dec 4th, 2012 by Press Release
Walker’s Freeway Farce
After blaming Barrett for "delaying" the Zoo Interchange, Walker is now stalling it, while rejecting a gas tax hike to pay for it.
Dec 4th, 2012 by Dave Reid
The Moody Blues
With the closing of Moody Pool, the city's North Side now has half the number of public pools as the South Side.
Dec 4th, 2012 by Edgar Mendez
How State Aid to Cities Has Plummeted
Milwaukee is getting killed by declining shared revenue, violating a century-old state agreement.
Dec 3rd, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
How Coal Hurts Minorities
A new study finds Wisconsin a leader in environmental racism. But is the state improving?
Nov 29th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Mining Bill Compromise?
State Sen. Dale Schultz expects this. But will his Republican party colleagues play along?
Nov 28th, 2012 by Bill Lueders
Where Are the Violations?
The Romney volunteers observed elections and found no fraud here. Mostly, they just looked intimidating.
Nov 25th, 2012 by Craig Mastantuono
The Anti-Health Care Governor?
Even as Scott Walker throws people off health care, he opposes federal programs that would increase coverage and lower costs.
Nov 21st, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
How Republicans Won the Legislature
It was a Democratic wave, but redistricting helped the GOP win 74% of assembly seats with just 52% of the vote.
Nov 20th, 2012 by Bill Lueders and Kate Golden
Supervisor Taylor Welcomes The Opening of the New Drexel Interchange
New interchange to help create additional economic development in the area
Nov 20th, 2012 by Steve F. Taylor
FCC Should Yank Licenses of Wisconsin Radio Stations
National Media Watchdog Files FCC Legal Challenge to Pull Radio Licenses of WISN-AM and WTMJ-AM
Nov 19th, 2012 by Press Release
Rep. Richards calls on Gov. Walker to renounce arresting federal officials who are doing their jobs
Today Rep. Jon Richards (D-Milwaukee), the ranking member on the Assembly Committee on Health, released the following statement calling on Gov. Walker to oppose any legislation that would call for the arrest of federal officials who try to implement the Affordable Care Act in Wisconsin.
Nov 15th, 2012 by Jon Richards
The High Cost of the County Board
We could save millions and improve efficiency by cutting the county board and its huge staff.
Nov 14th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Is There a Walker Secret Health Exchange Plan?
Open records suggest Walker may propose substandard exchange, setting up a showdown with the Federal Government
Nov 9th, 2012 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
It’s the Middle Class, Stupid
How Romney and Ryan alienated average Americans.
Nov 9th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
25 Winners and Losers
The list is long (and fun). This was a campaign with real consequences.
Nov 8th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Will Art Museum Dump Stephen Einhorn?
The wealthy funder of voter fraud billboards creates negative publicity for Milwaukee Art Museum.
Nov 6th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
The Man From ALEC
Was Tommy Thompson a key figure in the rise of the conservative American Legislative Exchange Council?
Nov 5th, 2012 by Steve Schuster and Ricardo Torres
County Board Junks Bus Fare Proposal
Proposal to kill transfers and cut fares suddenly lost its supporters.
Oct 29th, 2012 by Jeramey Jannene
The Rise of MU Law School
How it became the state's leading pollster and a high profile place for public forums.
Oct 19th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Governor Scott Walker to commend MSOE and Snap-on Incorporated on Manufacturing Day
Governor Walker also will address more than 40 members of MSOE’s Executive Motorcycle Group
Oct 4th, 2012 by Press Release
Too Many Cops in Milwaukee County?
The high cost of a huge sheriff’s budget and 19 local police departments.
Oct 3rd, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
The Mighty County Board
A doormat a decade ago, the board is now far more powerful -- much to Chris Abele’s chagrin.
Sep 25th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
A City At Risk?
"The community's less safe," says District Attorney John Chisholm, because of staff cuts.
Sep 24th, 2012 by Gretchen Schuldt
The Latest Journal Sentinel Purge
Some big names could be leaving the ever-shrinking newspaper.
Sep 18th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Did Republicans Blow It?
The court decision striking down collective bargaining law exposes obvious constitutional problems with it.
Sep 17th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
State funds for BMO/Harris Bradley Center helpful; others could also be helped
In my view, I do not see this move as a flip flop on the part of the Governor .
Sep 14th, 2012 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Capital Sex Scandal
Strange but true: Star member of Gov. Walker’s cabinet is accused of an affair that led to attempted murder.
Sep 12th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Are Republicans More Generous?
A new study shows blue states give far less to charity than red states.
Sep 4th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
The Tragedy of Chris and Sue
How the friendship of Abele and Black turned into bitter enmity.
Aug 24th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Myths About Black’s Firing
Strip away the myths and you begin to see why Abele dumped her.
Aug 20th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Election’s Winners and Losers
An insider's look at who's up -- and who's down -- as a result of the August primary.
Aug 17th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Why Was Sue Black Fired?
The development is a shocker as Abele was a friend and supporter of the highly regarded parks director.
Aug 16th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
The Milwaukee Olympics
Why Milwaukee isn't likely to ever to host the Olympics, and why it would have been nice if Chicago did.
Aug 9th, 2012 by Jeramey Jannene
Fitzgerald’s Strangely Sleepy Campaign
Is Jeff Fitzgerald running for U.S. Senator or top lobbyist?
Aug 2nd, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
The Chicago Challenge
Economic cooperation with our massive neighbor could help Milwaukee. But Gov.Scott Walker stands in the way.
Jul 18th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Will Allen Goes Viral
From ABC News to Colbert, everybody is celebrating Will Allen.
Jun 20th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Why Walker Won’t Compromise
He now says he will bring us together. But don’t bet on it.
Jun 14th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Why Walker Won
Democrats blame money, but might examine their muddled message.
Jun 8th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
The Democrats’ Secret Weapon
Lt. Governor candidate Mahlon Mitchell could help turnout more black voters -- so why haven’t Dems made more use of him?
Jun 5th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Did the State Screw Talgo?
The train company's stunned CEO blasts Wisconsin for breaching its contract “like a Third World country.”
May 31st, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Did Walker or Barrett Win Debate?
Barrett was punchy, Walker was cool. Which strategy will convert more voters?
May 29th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Milwaukee Could Decide Race
Without a high county turnout, Tom Barrett is toast.
May 25th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
The Barrett-Walker ‘Hood
The candidates are worlds apart politically -- but practically neighbors.
May 22nd, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Tour the Talgo Trains You Might Never Ride
Downtown block parties are coming, use of bike racks on MCTS buses doubles year-over-year, explore the Historic Concordia neighborhood with HMI, UWM gets a zoning change, The Moderne is meeting hiring requirements, and kids can ride free on the Amtrak Hiawatha this summer.
May 17th, 2012 by Jeramey Jannene
Will Abele Run for Mayor?
That's one way to consolidate city and county government, by grabbing both executive positions.
May 15th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
The Anti-Recall Patriots
Suddenly it’s become patriotic to oppose recalls. Wouldn’t Tom Ament be surprised.
May 14th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Senator Wanggaard’s Double Dipping
State Sen. Van Wanggaard cuts benefits for workers while getting ever more for himself.
May 10th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
The North End Phase Two Groundbreaking Photos
A ceremonial groundbreaking took place at the corner of Pleasant and Water streets today for the Portrait and Silhouette buildings at The North End, collectively known as Phase Two of The North End. A number of public officials were on hand representing the large number of public funding sources required to get the project off the ground (or more aptly, in the ground) with the state of private financing for development.
Feb 16th, 2012 by Jeramey Jannene
Toll Roads for Wisconsin!
Traditionally, in Wisconsin toll roads are opposed by the right, because freeways are free, from the left because tolls are an attack on the middle class, and often by new urbanists, because freeways promote sprawl.
Oct 19th, 2011 by Dave Reid
John Norquist Milwaukee Tour – Congress for the New Urbanism
One day before the start of the Congress for the New Urbanism (CNU) 19th annual conference in Madison, former Mayor and current CNU President & CEO John Norquist returned to Milwaukee with a number of his former deputies to offer a tour of many of the urban projects started during his tenure as mayor.
Jun 1st, 2011 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele and Transit
Chris Abele was recently elected to fill the remainder of Governor Scott Walker's term as Milwaukee County Executive. That gives Abele less than one year to accomplish anything as Milwaukee County Executive before he must seek re-election. Given the relatively short time for which Abele is assured to be in office, what can the newly-elected County Executive hope to achieve when it comes to transit?
May 19th, 2011 by Jeramey Jannene
Brookings Institution Study Doesn’t Match MCTS Ridership
The Milwaukee County Transit System lost ridership at more than six times the national average in 2010. The lingering effects of the recession drove down ridership nearly everywhere, but MCTS was hit especially hard and saw record low ridership for the second year in a row. A large part of the reason for the 4.75% decline in ridership was fare increases coupled with the elimination of 3 routes and the elimination of the information call center. In short, the continued funding reductions to the bus system did exactly what one would expect them to do, caused fares to go up, routes to be cut, and ridership to plummet.
May 13th, 2011 by Jeramey Jannene
Governor Walker’s Pro-Sprawl Agenda
It was clear that the election of Scott Walker to the Governorship was going to negatively impact transit as well as other services in Milwaukee, but beyond the 'fiscal' matters the agenda he has laid out goes far behind what even we predicted.
Mar 15th, 2011 by Dave Reid
Making the case for arts in education
At the height of Wisconsin's budget crisis, we explore the role of art in education - both in and out of the classroom - starting with Arts@Large.
Feb 24th, 2011 by Mark Metcalf
2010 Not the Year of the Park East… Even Worse
Our belief that 2010 could have been the Year of the Park East, came up a bit short, and unfortunately it wasn't the only project that was derailed in 2010.
Dec 30th, 2010 by Dave Reid
