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Tony Evers Wins Over Crowded Field
State Superintendent wins easily, Mitchell takes second.
Aug 15th, 2018 by WPR Staff
Candidates for Common Council
Six candidates for 5th District in only primary contest.
Aug 13th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Democratic Candidate Guide
Packed Democratic gubernatorial race and county sheriff contest are top items on Tuesday's ballot.
Aug 13th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Charter Schools Hurt Traditional Public Schools
They divert public funds to schools that are less accountable.
Aug 12th, 2018 by Gail Hicks
Democrats Make Closing Arguments
Lively gubernatorial debate covered topics from Gov. Walker's worst action to cutting the state's prison population.
Aug 9th, 2018 by Shawn Johnson
Walker Ads Tout Foxconn’s Impact
Four TV spots target different regions, feature local businesses.
Aug 1st, 2018 by Laurel White
Evers Wants Huge Hike For Special Education
Would nearly triple current state spending. Republicans opposed much smaller increase in last budget.
Jul 31st, 2018 by Ximena Conde
Are Democratic Candidates Too Liberal?
Walker is very vulnerable, but his challengers are blowing it with far-left campaigns.
Jul 31st, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Both Parties Weak on Clergy Sex Abuse
Yes, Matt Flynn has a bad record on the issue but so does Sen. Ron Johnson.
Jul 27th, 2018 by Peter Isely
The Rise of Federalist Society Judges
Nationally and in Wisconsin they have become activists and super legislators.
Jul 25th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Liberal Groups Won’t Endorse For Governor
None of four Democratic finalists got more than one-third of online vote.
Jul 23rd, 2018 by Shawn Johnson
Poll Good News for Evers, Vukmir
Evers lead widens in gubernatorial primary, Vukmir nudges ahead of Nicholson.
Jul 19th, 2018 by Shawn Johnson
Who Will Win Democratic Primary?
Eight challengers for governor, primary just weeks away, who are the favorites?
Jul 19th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Roys Leads Democrats in Money Raised
Also leads seven other Democratic candidates for governor in cash on hand.
Jul 18th, 2018 by Shawn Johnson
Why Roys Is Wrong On School Choice
And what this may say about the Democratic Party.
Jul 18th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Democratic Candidates Duke it Out
In debate all eight Democrats running for governor blast the Foxconn deal.
Jul 13th, 2018 by Shawn Johnson
School Safety Grants Stir Controversy
Critics charge Attorney General Schimel has mishandled grants from $100 million fund.
Jul 9th, 2018 by Steven Walters
High Court Backs Evers Over Walker
Evers can hire his own attorney in legal battle rather than AG Schimel, as Walker insisted.
Jun 29th, 2018 by Shawn Johnson
Is State Suffering Walker Fatigue?
One clear sign would be if Leah Vukmir loses U.S. Senate primary.
Jun 26th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Walker’s Former Prisons Chief Blasts Governor
Ed Wall endorses Democrat Evers for governor, does ad charging Walker mismanaged Lincoln Hills.
Jun 22nd, 2018 by Shawn Johnson
Candidates for Governor Hold Debate
But not on TV. And not every Democratic candidate. So who won?
Jun 19th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Can Tony Evers’ Laid Back Approach Win?
Some question his ability to be tough in campaign against Gov. Walker.
Jun 6th, 2018 by Laurel White
Walker Runs Race on His Own Terms
Have Democrats figured out what it takes to beat Walker?
Jun 5th, 2018 by Shawn Johnson
Six Questions for Democratic Convention
Can the party revive in Wisconsin? That depends on these six questions.
May 28th, 2018 by Steven Walters
A State MPS Reform Proposal. Again
Scott Walker joins a list of governors and others who’ve proposed reforms.
May 21st, 2018 by Steven Walters
MPS Becomes Issue in Governor’s Race
Budget cuts, poor achievement, Walker’s call for state action heat up discussion.
May 20th, 2018 by Elizabeth Dohms-Harter
Walker Tries to Rig the System
He’s suing to slash my authority as state superintendent, and forcing me to use attorney hostile to my views.
May 2nd, 2018 by Gov. Tony Evers
The Whacko Primary for Governor
Seriously, a dozen or more Democratic candidates? It’s beyond the Republicans’ dreams.
Apr 19th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
The Crisis of Our Democracy
Walker and Republicans have rigged the system to serve themselves, not the people.
Apr 3rd, 2018 by Gov. Tony Evers
History Gives Walker Slim Odds to Win
State voters rarely elect a gubernatorial candidate whose party holds the presidency.
Feb 13th, 2018 by Dr. Eric Ostermeier
Politics May Doom School Funding Panel
Nearly everyone agrees system needs reform, but can’t agree how to do it.
Jan 8th, 2018 by Steven Walters
Top 10 State News Stories of 2017
Another historic year in Wisconsin politics created some big headlines.
Jan 2nd, 2018 by Steven Walters
Foxconn Subsidy Now Exceeds $4 Billion
Government subsidy keeps increasing while Foxconn’s required investment has declined.
Dec 21st, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Controversy Defines Schimel’s First Term
Attorney General has jumped on hot-button issues he hopes will get him reelected.
Dec 11th, 2017 by Steven Walters
The Fall and Rise of WEAC
Once mighty state teachers union has lost its clout, yet many members stick with it.
Nov 28th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Will Democrats Set Record for Governor Race?
A record 16 candidates have registered, making predictions difficult.
Nov 20th, 2017 by Steven Walters
Foxconn Signing Is a Love Fest
Walker rhapsodizes about the deal, and welcomes workers from Illinois.
Nov 13th, 2017 by Graham Kilmer
Walker Retreats From Foxconn Deal
It was supposed to assure his reelection. What happened?
Nov 9th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
UW Regents Vote 16-1 Against Free Speech
Expelling college students for protesting? I voted no.
Oct 13th, 2017 by Gov. Tony Evers
We’re All Running For Governor
Ten Democrats are running, and most were at this forum, chastising Walker.
Oct 9th, 2017 by Michael Horne
Will Governor Candidates Duck Big Issues?
Health care reform and UW reorganization are big issues Walker and his opponent may punt.
Oct 3rd, 2017 by John Torinus
Regents Gave 100 Times More to GOP
UW Regents and spouses gave $214,000 to Republican politicians, $2,050 to Democrats.
Sep 7th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Would Democratic Governor Kill Foxconn Deal?
Democratic candidates for governor oppose deal. Could they kill it if elected?
Aug 28th, 2017 by Steven Walters
Evers vs. Walker Would Be Historic Race
One of few times in history two incumbent state officials oppose each other.
Jul 31st, 2017 by Dr. Eric Ostermeier
Superintendent’s Race Cost $1 Million
More than three-fourths of money spent to reelect Tony Evers.
Jul 21st, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
An Unequal Education?
State school funding formula broken; GOP solutions worsen problem.
Jun 16th, 2017 by State Sen. Kathleen Vinehout
Hot Summer Milwaukee Returns
2nd year of program offers education, recreation and camps.
May 18th, 2017 by Amanda Maniscalco
The Tax Handout for Rich Kids
State's “neo-vouchers” reimburse wealthy for kids at elite private schools.
Apr 18th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Why Republicans Couldn’t Beat Evers
The incumbent superintendent was vulnerable. Why the GOP stumbled.
Apr 13th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
7 Election Winners and Losers
Unions, Hmong community and county infighters were among the winners.
Apr 5th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Vote Tuesday
Learn more about the many races and candidates for this overlooked election
Apr 2nd, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Liberal Group Spends $225,000 on Evers
Greater Wisconsin Committee buying TV ads in Milwaukee, Green Bay areas.
Mar 31st, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Top Donors to Superintendent Candidates
Unions love incumbent Evers; corporate leaders back Holtz.
Mar 29th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Two Tall Men Duel Over Schools
Evers and Holtz square off in superintendent's race; sparks fly both ways.
Feb 28th, 2017 by Michael Horne
Evers, Holtz, Offer Real Clash On Issues
Incumbent state superintendent and challenger have fierce disagreements.
Feb 27th, 2017 by Steven Walters
5 Election Takeaways
A horrible turnout, a big night for Evers, and who the heck is William Crowley?
Feb 22nd, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Who Are Donors in Superintendent Race?
Evers backed by unions, Democrats, his opponents by Republicans.
Feb 21st, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
Vote Tuesday
Learn more about the races and candidates for this overlooked election
Feb 20th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Budget Boost Helps Wealthiest Schools
New funding in Walker budget targets school districts least in need.
Feb 9th, 2017 by Tamarine Cornelius
Walker Will Unveil A Reelection Budget
Proposals in 2017-2019 budget made with eye to running for a third term.
Feb 6th, 2017 by Steven Walters
Evers Leads In Superintendent Race’s Cash
Incumbent has about $117,000, two challengers together raised $36,000.
Jan 19th, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
State Democrats Could Sink Still Lower
Yes, they’re at a historic low. But things could get worse.
Dec 8th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Why Schools Are Increasingly Unequal
Act 10 and era of school referendums causes bigger gap between haves and have nots.
Nov 15th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Northern Wisconsin’s Decline in Children
In last five years, number of children dropped 3.2% statewide, but more than 10% in many northern counties.
Oct 23rd, 2016 by Tamarine Cornelius
Johnny College Can’t Read
Or add. Report shows which high schools’ grads require remediation from UW System.
Oct 3rd, 2016 by Steven Walters
The New Bidding War for Teachers
Act 10 has opened door to bidding war and smaller, poorer districts losing out.
Sep 3rd, 2016 by State Sen. Kathleen Vinehout
Why Did State’s ACT Test Scores Plummet?
Actually achievement hasn’t dropped. But we were never as good as we claimed.
Aug 31st, 2016 by Terry Falk
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
Wisconsin Going Backwards on Achievement Gap
Critics say changes in state education programs could worsen black-white learning gap.
Dec 21st, 2015 by Abigail Becker
How Schools Are Over-Testing Students
New study of big city schools, including Milwaukee, shows way too many standardized tests being given.
Oct 29th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
About That $2.2 Billion State Deficit
Walker and Republicans face big shortfalls in health care, roads and schools funding. What will they do?
Nov 24th, 2014 by Steven Walters
The Coming War Against Common Core
Top priority for Republican legislators next year is to kill Common Core educational standards.
Jul 7th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Nine Bills That Got Killed
Why the legislature failed to pass laws on nine hot issues.
Mar 31st, 2014 by Steven Walters
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
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 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
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
Winners and Losers
It was a good election for Scott Walker and conservatives but there were some bright spots for liberals.
Apr 4th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Pridemore Thrown Out of School
State Superintendent candidate ejected for interfering with vote at Washington H. S. polling place.
Feb 13th, 2013 by Michael Horne
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
Evers Vs. Pridemore
The battle between State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Evers and challenger Don Pridemore.
Jan 28th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Doyle at Milwaukee Evers Gig
Governor Jim Doyle was in Milwaukee yesterday.
Mar 24th, 2009 by Michael Horne
Why Can’t MATC Get A Good President?
Is it possible that no one wants to be president of Milwaukee Area Technical College?
Jul 9th, 2001 by Bruce Murphy
Can the New State Superintendent Succeed?
Herbert Grover is not impressed with the credentials of Elizabeth Burmaster, the new State Superintendent of Public Instruction.
Jul 2nd, 2001 by Bruce Murphy
