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Republicans Have 4-1 Spending Edge
Outside groups supporting GOP have spent $11 million, vs $2.5 million for Democratic candidates.
Oct 10th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
New Marquette Law School Poll finds tight race for Wisconsin governor, Baldwin leading in Senate contest
Wisconsin voters weigh in on Kavanaugh confirmation, Mueller investigation
Oct 10th, 2018 by Marquette University
The Incoherence of Scott Walker
His suddenly changing policies make for a confused campaign.
Oct 10th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Don’t Kill Business Tax Credit, Walker Warns
Evers would end it. Most of money went to wealthiest 12% of state residents.
Oct 10th, 2018 by Shawn Johnson
Local Leaders Demand Big Store Tax Reform
18 municipal leaders say big box tax loopholes costly, push legislators to change law.
Oct 9th, 2018 by Graham Kilmer
25 UW Campuses Strapped for Funds
UW-Madison doing fine but other 25 campuses, including Milwaukee, have taken big hits to funding.
Oct 9th, 2018 by John Torinus
Tony Evers Announces Plan to Lower Prescription Drug Costs
"The bottom line is that too often health care isn’t affordable in Wisconsin, in large part due to the high price of prescription drugs."
Oct 8th, 2018 by Gov. Tony Evers
How Thompson Grew State Prisons
Number of prisoners rose from 4,867 to 20,536 under Gov. Thompson. Now he wants reform.
Oct 8th, 2018 by Steven Walters
Tony Evers Launches Conservationists for Tony
"I’m excited and honored to be endorsed by bipartisan conservation leaders from across Wisconsin who understand how important protecting our natural resources is to our future."
Oct 6th, 2018 by Gov. Tony Evers
Both Parties See November Assembly Win
Vos and Hintz both talk about their plans should they run Assembly after election.
Oct 4th, 2018 by Shamane Mills
Candidates Debate Foxconn-Style Subsidies
Walker has embraced huge subsidies he now wants for Kimberly Clark. Evers questions approach.
Oct 3rd, 2018 by Laurel White
State Politicians Split on Kavanaugh
Vukmir disagrees with Baldwin, Evers; Walker equivocates on Supreme Court nominee.
Oct 1st, 2018 by Laurel White
Evers Raised $1.9 Million in August
More than one-third of money came from unions.
Sep 28th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Evers Wants Tax Cut for Needy Families
Cites data showing 40% of state’s families struggle to pay for basic needs.
Sep 27th, 2018 by Ximena Conde
Kleefisch Campaign Gives Walker $1 Million
While Barnes campaign gives just $20,000 to Evers campaign.
Sep 27th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Does Manufacturing Tax Credit Matter?
Evers would scrap tax break passed by Walker and Republicans. Will that help or hurt?
Sep 26th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
GOP Outside Groups Far Outspend Dems
Through August, $4.9 million spent on state’s Republican candidates versus $1.1 million for Democrats.
Sep 26th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Young Voters, Black Voters Key to Election?
Two separate groups working on voter turnout could have big impact.
Sep 25th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Do Walker, Evers Campaign on State Time?
Elected officials have looser rules for how much time they can take away from the job.
Sep 25th, 2018 by Scott Gordon
Senator Chris Larson: Statement on the State of Education in Wisconsin
Over the Lost Walker Decade, Wisconsin has seen $1 billion cut from our neighborhood public schools, of which $183 million still remains unrestored.
Sep 20th, 2018 by State Sen. Chris Larson
The Best Governor Money Can Buy
Just about every Walker policy was bought by special interests.
Sep 20th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
New Marquette Law School Poll finds Evers, Baldwin with leads among Wisconsin voters
Trump at 42 percent approval, voters divided on how he has changed GOP
Sep 18th, 2018 by Marquette University
Where Will Walker, Evers Take Economy?
State in slow growth mode. Two candidates have very different approaches to this.
Sep 18th, 2018 by John Torinus
Kimberly-Clark Won’t Get Tax Break
Company demands subsidy by September 30. Why that won’t happen.
Sep 17th, 2018 by Steven Walters
81 Candidates in Wisconsin Take ‘Clean Energy for All’ Commitment, Promising 100% Clean Energy by 2050
Moving to clean energy will improve Wisconsin's health, create more sustainable communities
Sep 12th, 2018 by Wisconsin Conservation Voters
How Republicans Helped Tammy Baldwin
They picked the wrong candidate. That could hand election to Baldwin.
Sep 12th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
How To Be a Dark Money Donor
It’s so easy in Wisconsin. Though it's not very democratic.
Sep 8th, 2018 by Bill Kraus and Matt Rothschild
Catching Up on Summer’s Political News
Summer’s over. Election looming. What do you need to know?
Sep 4th, 2018 by Steven Walters
Evers Wants to Replace State Jobs Agency
Head of agency and Walker campaign criticize Democrat’s plan.
Aug 31st, 2018 by Ximena Conde
Baldwin Voted Against ‘Three-Strikes And You’re Out’ For Wisconsin’s Most Dangerous Criminals
Baldwin’s vote mirrors her positions of voting against mandatory sentences for failing to register as a sex offender and lighter sentencing for child sex offenders.
Aug 29th, 2018 by State Sen. Leah Vukmir
Why Walker Must Go Negative
Governor is so unpopular he must bludgeon his opponent or change his identity. Or both.
Aug 28th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
6 Senate Races Will Decide Party Control
Stakes are high, including control over 2020 redistricting.
Aug 27th, 2018 by Steven Walters
Baldwin Voted For Lighter Sentencing For Child Sex Offenders
In the state Legislature, Baldwin voted against requiring someone who is a repeat convicted child sex offender from being sentenced to life without parole.
Aug 27th, 2018 by State Sen. Leah Vukmir
Walker, Evers Tied in Governor’s Race
And Vukmir just behind Baldwin in race for Senator, as challengers gain momentum.
Aug 23rd, 2018 by Laurel White
New Marquette Law School Poll finds tight races for Wisconsin Governor, U.S. Senate seat
Jobs, schools, health coverage are most important issues to state voters
Aug 22nd, 2018 by Marquette University
Second Walker Official Opposes Him
Ex-Director of Financial Institutions say he was pushed to meet with lobbyists, avoid public records.
Aug 21st, 2018 by Laurel White
DPW Reality Check on AFP’s Intentionally Misleading Ad
Evers proposed $1.1 billion more than Walker according to updated reporting by Wisconsin State Journ
Aug 21st, 2018 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Poll Has Evers 5 Points Up On Walker
Poll taken two days after election. Walker spokesman says they expect “tough canpaign.”
Aug 18th, 2018 by Laurel White
ICYMI: New Poll Shows Tony Evers Up 5 Over Scott Walker
The same poll also found that more Wisconsin voters disapprove of Walker’s job performance than approve.
Aug 17th, 2018 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Breaking: Washington Post Adds Wisconsin to List of Governor Seats Most Likely to Flip in November
This latest ranking changes comes just one day after Sabato’s Crystal Ball changed the race’s rating from “Leans Republican” to “Toss Up.”
Aug 17th, 2018 by Gov. Tony Evers
Election Had Big Democratic Turnout
100,000 more people voted in Democratic primary despite massive Republican spending on Senate race.
Aug 16th, 2018 by Shawn Johnson
Six Wealthy Donors Give GOP $255,000
In just two weeks, given to state Republican Party, all but one donor from outside state.
Aug 16th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Evers Could Benefit From Walker Fatigue
There is exhaustion with Walker’s ambition and relentless negative campaigns.
Aug 15th, 2018 by Bill Kaplan
All the Election Data You Want
It was one for the history books, with many surprising results and newcomers.
Aug 15th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
23 Election Winners and Losers
Beyond the vote totals, who were the other winners and losers in yesterday’s election?
Aug 15th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Tony Evers Wins Over Crowded Field
State Superintendent wins easily, Mitchell takes second.
Aug 15th, 2018 by WPR Staff
Sarah Godlewski wins Democratic nomination for State Treasurer
Godlewski is ready to work with Tony Evers and the whole Democratic ticket as they head into the general election.
Aug 14th, 2018 by Sarah Godlewski
Mandela Barnes Statement on August 14 Primary Election results
“It is absolutely essential that we unify for the common good”
Aug 14th, 2018 by Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes
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
Evers Raises Nearly $110,000 from over 2,400 Contributions
Only Candidate to Receive Contributions from all 72 Wisconsin Counties
Aug 6th, 2018 by Gov. Tony Evers
Statement on State Superintendent Tony Evers $20 Million Proposal for After School Programs
Afterschool programs keep kids safe, inspire them to learn and help Wisconsin working families.
Aug 2nd, 2018 by Boys & Girls Clubs of Wisconsin
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
New Marquette Law School Poll finds roughly one in three Wisconsin voters still undecided one month before primaries
Voters split along partisan lines on Supreme Court nominee, other national and state issues
Jul 18th, 2018 by Marquette University
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
UWM to host Wisconsin Democratic gubernatorial debate on July 12
All eight Democratic candidates have agreed to participate.
Jul 10th, 2018 by University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Republican Challenger Robert Meyer Challenges “Pro-Education” Governor Scott Walker to a Debate
"As an education publisher, I believe a public debate will help inform the Wisconsin electorate about key education issues that frankly we just don’t hear enough about from our education leadership."
Jul 10th, 2018 by Robert Meyer
School Safety Grants Stir Controversy
Critics charge Attorney General Schimel has mishandled grants from $100 million fund.
Jul 9th, 2018 by Steven Walters
Kaul Calls on Schimel to Use Portion of School Safety Grant Funds for School Mental Health Programs
"We must do more to make sure that kids come home from school each day excited about what they learned, not scared."
Jul 3rd, 2018 by Josh Kaul
Milwaukee County Clerk George Christenson Endorses Evers for Governor
George Christenson is the second County Clerk to endorse Tony Evers.
Jul 2nd, 2018 by Gov. Tony Evers
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
Dana Wachs Endorses Tony Evers for Governor, Encourages Unity to Defeat Scott Walker
"Now is the time for unity."
Jun 22nd, 2018 by State Rep. Dana Wachs
Tony Evers’ Statement Gave Scott Walker the Initiative to Falsely Claim Title of “Education Governor”
Matt Flynn criticizes Evers' past statement praising Walker's education budget
Jun 21st, 2018 by Matt Flynn
Former Scott Walker Corrections Secretary Ed Wall Blasts Walker in New Ad Released by the Tony Evers Campaign
Former Walker Appointee Says Walker Badly Mismanaged Lincoln Hills Situation
Jun 21st, 2018 by Gov. Tony Evers
New Marquette Law School Poll finds many Wisconsin primary voters undecided, unfamiliar with candidates
Walker, Baldwin hold modest advantages over challengers
Jun 20th, 2018 by Marquette University
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
Despite Walker’s $1.5 Million Ad Spending Spree, Evers Still Leading Walker in Head-to-Head Showdown
This is the first poll released that shows a head-to-head comparison between the two statewide elected officials.
May 23rd, 2018 by Gov. Tony Evers
Evers Supports Child Victims Act, Pledges to Sign if Governor
"We cannot allow those who terrorize our kids to hide behind unjust laws."
May 22nd, 2018 by Gov. Tony Evers
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
Wisconsin Ranks 34th Nationally on the 2017 NAEP 4th Grade Reading Results
According to the WRC, the results are a disaster.
May 8th, 2018 by Robert Meyer
Evers Blasts Walker for Funneling More Tax Dollars to Foxconn
DOT Secretary confirms money taken from other projects to pay for Foxconn roads
May 3rd, 2018 by Gov. Tony Evers
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
Kelda Roys Wins 2nd Congressional District Democratic Straw Poll
"Today’s results show that Wisconsin Democrats are looking for hope, optimism, and someone to vote for, not just something to vote against."
Apr 28th, 2018 by State Sen. Kelda Roys
Elevating the Next Governor of Wisconsin; Wisconsin’s Choice Campaign Narrows Field to Nine Candidates in Endorsement Process
Thousands vote in poll to find people’s champion to challenge Scott Walker and win
Apr 23rd, 2018 by Wisconsin Working Families Party
The Whacko Primary for Governor
Seriously, a dozen or more Democratic candidates? It’s beyond the Republicans’ dreams.
Apr 19th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Opponent’s Poll Shows Tony Evers Holds Commanding Lead in Democratic Primary
This is the third straight poll released that shows Evers with a significant lead.
Apr 17th, 2018 by Gov. Tony Evers
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
Evers Demands Action on Wisconsin’s Drinking Water Crisis
Drinking Water Quality in Some Areas of Wisconsin Worse than Flint Michigan; Evers’ plan targets water clean-up and keeping Wisconsin kids safe
Mar 21st, 2018 by Gov. Tony Evers
Marquette Poll Proves Matt Flynn’s Message is Resonating with Wisconsin Voters
Flynn is the candidate who has most consistently opposed the state's deal with Foxconn, and voters agree with Flynn.
Mar 5th, 2018 by Matt Flynn
New Marquette Law School Poll finds Wisconsin voters divided on benefits of Foxconn deal, but together in support of background checks for gun sales
Public unfamiliar with gubernatorial, senate challengers
Mar 5th, 2018 by Marquette University
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
Former Madison Mayors Endorse Tony Evers for Governor
Evers has also already received the endorsement of former US Senator Herb Kohl, former Lt. Governor Barbara Lawton, former Rep. Steve Kagen MD, and nearly a dozen current and former legislators.
Jan 10th, 2018 by Gov. Tony Evers
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
