Tommy Thompson, a former Governor of the State of Wisconsin.
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State’s Impaired Waters Growing
Hundreds added each year. DNR staff and enforcement way down.
Mar 23rd, 2017 by State Sen. Kathleen Vinehout
The Muzzling of the DNR
Gagged by the Walker administration, its staff no longer provide any information.
Mar 16th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Sue Black Faces More Controversy
Former county parks director investigated for management of Arizona Parks.
Mar 3rd, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Lowell Holtz: What’s next?
"It is clear that voters can’t trust Lowell Holtz to provide them with the full story," said Amanda Brink.
Feb 25th, 2017 by Gov. Tony Evers
The Legacy of Ed Garvey
A corporate dragon-slayer, the Wisconsin Democrat helped pave the way for Bernie Sanders.
Feb 24th, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
The Many Faces of Charlie Sykes
He’s spent his whole career changing his views. So which should we believe?
Feb 7th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Walker Will Crack Down On Welfare
Food stamps will be much harder to get. Democrats ask, will kids be affected?
Jan 30th, 2017 by Steven Walters
Governor Walker Introduces “Wisconsin Works for Everyone”
“This set of initiatives is focused on helping those disconnected from employment realize their potential in the workforce”
Jan 23rd, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Most Reversed Judge Of The Year
Judge William Gabler had four cases overturned by higher courts in 2016.
Jan 12th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
GOP Lawmaker Wants More Mining
Tom Tiffany, a favorite of special interest donors, seeks to repeal mining moratorium law.
Jan 12th, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
Governor Walker Delivers 2017 State of the State Address
First Lady Tonette Walker joins Governor in addressing joint session, people of Wisconsin
Jan 10th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
WisDOT Secretary Dave Ross names Bob Seitz as department’s Deputy Secretary
He founded Arrowhead Strategies, LLC, providing lobbying, grassroots and crisis management services to state and national clients.
Jan 10th, 2017 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Medicaid Block Grants Could Hurt Wisconsin
20% of state’s citizens, 1.1 million, depend on Medicaid. Block grant system would threaten them with cutbacks.
Jan 9th, 2017 by Barbara Beckert
Milwaukee Urban League Selects Dr. Eve Hall to Succeed Ralph E. Hollmon as President & CEO
Commits to continued strong collaboration with African American Chamber of Commerce of Wisconsin through transition and beyond
Jan 3rd, 2017 by Greater Milwaukee Urban League
Will President Hillary Clinton Heal Divide?
Her opportunity is great… if she can overcome her flaws.
Oct 27th, 2016 by John Torinus
13 Lessons The Guardian Taught Us
Or how Scott Walker corrupted Wisconsin, as the leaked Doe documents reveal.
Oct 4th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Agenda Items for Walker’s Second Act
Gov. Walker needs to focus on policy, including job creation in Milwaukee, not politics.
Sep 28th, 2016 by John Torinus
Rising Property Taxes Replace State Funding
Portion of local schools funding coming from state has plummeted since mid-1990s.
Aug 8th, 2016 by State Sen. Kathleen Vinehout
Governor Walker Appoints Linda Seemeyer to Lead the Department of Health Services
Linda Seemeyer will begin on August 22, 2016.
Aug 4th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Walker Sells Himself at GOP Convention
Uses convention to renew national profile, but Ryan a more likely choice for president in 2020.
Jul 25th, 2016 by Steven Walters
Dump Trump Efforts Could Still Succeed
Some Wisconsin delegates are among those who plan to fight him at convention.
Jul 3rd, 2016 by Brian Fraley
Chisholm Challenger Skips Debate
Verona Swanigan objects to moderator and drops out of debate with DA John Chisholm.
Jun 22nd, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Why Court Will Overturn Redistricting
Federal judges abhor the kind of political corruption that’s arisen from gerrymandered districts.
Jun 14th, 2016 by Matt Flynn
UW Faculty Protests Anger GOP Legislators
Walker and legislators double down: they won’t restore UW cuts or tenure protection.
May 23rd, 2016 by Steven Walters
The Plot Thickens In John Doe
Did State Supreme Court try to sabotage appeal of its Doe ruling to US Supreme Court?
May 12th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Why Republicans Love Photo ID
It may not make a huge difference in the vote. Just enough to win.
Apr 19th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
What Would Tommy Do?
A Republican governor was once UW’s greatest champion. Those days are long gone.
Apr 18th, 2016 by Marc Eisen
Trump Vs. The Wisconsin Establishment
Journal Sentinel joins talk radio and GOP party in battling The Donald.
Mar 31st, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Media Used By Right Against Kloppenburg
Journal Sentinel attacks Kloppenburg on unproven issue raised by right-wing.
Mar 28th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Why Wisconsin’s Presidential Primary Matters
It’s a classic swing state that has usually voted for the winner.
Mar 28th, 2016 by Steven Walters
New Corrections Chief Faces Problems
Including overcrowded prisons, staff shortages and low morale, and a dearth of leadership.
Feb 22nd, 2016 by Steven Walters
Sen. Taylor calls Litscher “secretary of cruel and unusual punishment”
Will the leopard will change its spots?
Feb 18th, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Has Walker Shrunk Wisconsin’s Economy?
Both Barca and Trump blame him. But what does the data show? Second in series.
Feb 4th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Lawyers Grill Supreme Court Candidates
And what a lively forum it was. Here is the truth about the candidates, so help us God.
Jan 28th, 2016 by Michael Horne
Walker Plans Run for Third Term
His listening tour is all about making him a viable candidate in 2018.
Jan 25th, 2016 by Steven Walters
What Has Mayor Barrett Accomplished?
After nearly 12 years in office, his impact can be seen -- if you look hard.
Jan 14th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Congresswoman Gwen Moore endorses Judge Joe Donald
“Judge Donald is exactly the independent voice we need on our state’s Supreme Court,” said Congresswoman Moore.
Dec 30th, 2015 by Joe Donald
Businesses’ Unemployment Tax Going Down
20% cut sounds good, but is part of boom-or-bust fund that experts criticize.
Nov 30th, 2015 by Steven Walters
8 Reasons Wisconsin Has National GOP Clout
Few states have such power in Republican presidential politics.
Nov 16th, 2015 by Steven Walters
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
A Tale of Three Sports Facilities
How the funding and politics varied for Lambeau Field, Miller Park and Bucks’ new arena.
Oct 26th, 2015 by Steven Walters
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
Herb Kohl endorses Judge Joe Donald for Supreme Court
“I am honored to have the support of a tremendous leader like Senator Kohl in my race for the high court,” said Judge Donald.
Sep 28th, 2015 by Joe Donald
The Return of Peter Park
Now a top consultant, the former city planner says Milwaukee's 20-year plan was done in a decade.
Sep 11th, 2015 by Michael Horne
The Explosive Growth of School Choice
It’s grown 78% in four years, now puts 32,100 kids in private schools
Sep 8th, 2015 by Steven Walters
Civic Groups Fight MPS “Takeover” Plan
Coalition of 22 groups assails state plan giving county exec power over struggling schools.
Aug 27th, 2015 by Brendan O’Brien
Wisconsin’s Growing Teacher Shortage
The number of education majors and teaching candidates is drastically declining. Why?
Aug 20th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Scott Walker Peddles Bull
No stranger to peddling bull, governor hosts Blue Ribbon Livestock Auction at State Fair
Aug 14th, 2015 by Michael Horne
How Republicans Worked to End Public Records
Planning began last September and would have ended open records for all local governments as well.
Aug 3rd, 2015 by George Stanley
Get Ready for Gov. Kleefisch?
If Walkers wins the presidency or gets a federal appointment, Kleefisch must be ready to serve.
Aug 3rd, 2015 by Steven Walters
Van Gogh Live
Written and Performed by Terrence James Coffman at the Charles Allis Saturday, September 19th, 2015
Jul 28th, 2015 by Charles Allis and Villa Terrace Art Museums Inc
Who is Scott Walker?
The real, profusely documented story of the man who would be president.
Jul 16th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Why is Wisconsin Last in Startup Businesses?
The state’s backward-looking business culture may be to blame.
Jun 24th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Was Act 10 Necessary?
New analysis by bipartisan expert on good government explodes the myths about Walker’s signature achievement.
Jun 16th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Cuts In DNR Scientists Could Hurt Walleye Fishing
Longterm DNR efforts to reverse Walleye decline in state lakes could be hurt by Walker's proposed cuts.
May 28th, 2015 by Kate Golden
Lady MacBeth of the Supreme Court
Pat Roggensack has shamed herself and the high court in the ugly way she’s handled her elevation to chief justice.
May 7th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
We Want a New Arena!
Bradley Center rally organized by MMAC featured five speakers touting the benefits of building a taxpayer-subsidized NBA arena.
Apr 29th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Shirley Abrahamson Against the World
Chief Justice’s fight against a constitutional change to demote her is a minor issue. So why such a juicy battle involving so many conservatives?
Apr 16th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Did Judge Violate Disclosure Law?
Circuit Court judge rules on case involving city police he was paid to give training sessions, yet he didn't disclose this.
Apr 15th, 2015 by Bill Lueders
The Secret Tax Subsidy Society
Republicans and Democrats conspire to create stealth taxes to fund the NBA arena. Will they succeed?
Apr 14th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
John Doe Supported by Many Republicans
Supreme Court candidate James Daley was among many GOP judges and prosecutors involved in alleged "partisan witch hunt."
Apr 2nd, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Wisconsin’s Shrinking Middle Class
No state has seen a bigger decline in the percent of middle class households than Wisconsin, new data shows.
Mar 31st, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Can Daley Beat Bradley for Supreme Court?
Challenger could get lots of right-wing money, but that may not be enough in this case.
Mar 26th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Who Is Running The Ship?
While Walker campaigns for president, it's not clear who is running state government.
Mar 19th, 2015 by John Torinus
Marquette elects two new members to Board of Trustees
Todd A. Adams and Hon. Janine P. Geske.
Feb 27th, 2015 by Marquette University
Lobbyists Spent $57.5 Million on 2013-’14 Legislative Session
That's about $150,000 for each of the 380 bills that became law.
Feb 17th, 2015 by Bill Lueders
Walker Not Most Polarizing Pol
Polls show he is fourth most polarizing among state voters.
Jan 19th, 2015 by Steven Walters
Swing Voters Leave Hope for Democrats
They voted for Walker yet support accepting federal Medicaid increase and raising minimum wage.
Dec 8th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Our message to WISDOT: No expansion, we need transit options!
WISDOT has refused to consider a third option
Dec 1st, 2014 by Milwaukee Transit Riders Union
Public hearing set to address future of I-94 EW Corridor in Milwaukee County
WisDOT is holding a public hearing to discuss the location, design and environmental aspects of proposed improvements on I-94 between 16th and 70th streets.
Nov 26th, 2014 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
The Legacy of Annette Polly Williams
The author of school choice later became its opponent. Williams was controversial -- and misunderstood -- right to the end.
Nov 11th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Why Republicans Hate Kevin Kennedy
The GAB director is an “embarrassment,” Assembly Speaker Robin Vos says. Embarrassing to who?
Nov 6th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
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
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
Walker’s Curious Debate Strategy
His strategy was to “largely ignore” Burke. That may have been a mistake.
Oct 14th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Remembering Neil Shively
The longtime Milwaukee Sentinel Capitol bureau chief was a true character, and an inspiration to other journalists.
Oct 7th, 2014 by Steven Walters
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
Derailed High-Speed Rail Costs Wisconsin Jobs and Economic Growth
Get Wisconsin to Get Back on Track
Sep 23rd, 2014 by Press Release
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
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
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
Gimbel Gets Reappointed to Wisconsin Center Board
Will continue after 3 decades as board chair! Did mayor and governor swap appointments to make this happen?
Jul 16th, 2014 by Michael Horne
The Cheap Schools Solution
Wisconsin’s spending on education has dropped drastically. Long-term, that could be a big problem.
Jul 8th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Walker, Sykes and Belling
The New Republic feature story on Scott Walker and talk radio is juicy stuff. But is it true?
Jun 19th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
The Democratic Disadvantage
Republicans can continue to control the legislature with 46% of the statewide vote. How can Democrats overcome this edge?
Jun 18th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson
Power Broker Bill Drew’s Home Office
Drew and his wife, consultant Mary Cannon, made a lot of money working from their lovely West Side colonial home. It's on the Spaces and Traces tour tomorrow.
May 16th, 2014 by Michael Horne
More Evidence John Doe is Bipartisan
Court filings release more information showing investigation of Walker and conservative groups is not partisan.
Apr 21st, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Why Moderates Are Extinct
The retirement of Petri, Ellis and Cullen suggests neither party has room for moderates.
Apr 17th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Get Your Vote On
Early voting already underway for spring election, and memorials planned for Debra Usinger and Donna Schlieman.
Mar 26th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Who Is Mary Burke?
After meeting and interviewing her, I still find Burke something of an enigma.
Mar 18th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
The Republican Voter Suppression Bill
Cities already have less turnout and lower percent of early voters than rest of state, but bill will cut that even more.
Mar 13th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
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
How to End the Income Tax
Tax pros offer suggestions to Gov. Walker.
Jan 6th, 2014 by Steven Walters
How Walker Worries About Polls
His book shows he frequently adjusts strategy based on poll results.
Dec 2nd, 2013 by Steven Walters
Can Burke Beat Walker?
The 2014 campaign may depend on which candidate has the best story to tell.
Nov 26th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
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
