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Mining Project in National Forest in Wisconsin Could Get Fast-Tracked Federal Permit

Mining Project in National Forest in Wisconsin Could Get Fast-Tracked Federal Permit

Trump administration could okay GreenLight Metals but project would still face state regulatory process.

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Mining Project in National Forest in Wisconsin Could Get Fast-Tracked Federal Permit

Trump administration could okay GreenLight Metals but project would still face state regulatory process.

Democratic Candidates For Governor Discuss Each Other

At a forum in Madison, Barnes, Hong and Roys are asked what they've learned from each other.

Absentee Voters Could Pick Candidates Who Drop Out of Races

Tens of thousands in Wisconsin have already voted in August primary. Can they vote again?

Was Rodriguez Campaign the Worst in State History?

Experts from both parties weigh in. And where does this leave Democrats?

Four Congressional Primary Races to Watch in Wisconsin

Two pit Democrats against each other, two are Republican contests in Aug. 11 election.

Francesca Hong’s Policy on Data Centers Is Unique

Only governor candidate to propose 1-year moratorium. What would it mean for Wisconsin?

Tom Tiffany Sells Himself as Folksy Everyman in Race for Governor

Republican downplays his very partisan voting record and ties to President Trump.

Wikler Concedes Democratic Party’s Image Problems

The 'blob' of the Democratic Party organization is the problem, and solution, he says.

Finance Chair Moves To Block Courthouse Referendum

Politics of midterm elections influence debate over $897 million courthouse project.

Crowley Reenters Governor’s Race With Evers’ Endorsement

Outgoing governor makes dramatic endorsement. Mayor Johnson, others add their backing.

City Attorney Rejects Trump Administration’s Demand, Says Milwaukee Will Enforce Mask Ban

Will the Trump administration end up suing Milwaukee?

GOP Spends Big To Define Hong, But Is It Helping Her Instead?

Republican Governors Association ads attack Hong on immigration and policing, as Democrats warn of primary meddling.

Crowley Will Reenter Race For Governor

A key endorsement could be in the offing.

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Endorsements

Wisconsin Builders Association Endorses Tom Tiffany for Governor

 

Mayors of Waukesha, Wauwatosa, and Sheboygan Endorse David Crowley for Governor

 

Former Democratic State Senate Leader Janet Bewley Endorses Joel Brennan for Wisconsin Governor

 

Former Ambassador and Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett Endorses Dan Bukiewicz for Assembly District 21

 

AFP-WI Issues New Legislative Endorsements for July

Wisconsin faces the most important election in a generation this year. Property taxes are too high, energy costs are out of control, and yet Democrats continue pushing policies that will continue to increase the pain being felt by families. That’s why we endorsed Tom Tiffany and our other policy champions, and why we’re adding Jim Croft and Bobby Lindsey to our slate of endorsed candidates.; Jim and Bobby have proven themselves as candidates who understand the values that make Wisconsin special. Both believe in the power of the free market, small business, education freedom, and commonsense fiscal policies that help all Wisconsinites. We’re glad to give them both our endorsement, and we look forward to helping them win in November.

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Was Rodriguez Campaign the Worst in State History?

Experts from both parties weigh in. And where does this leave Democrats?

Rogers Behavioral Health Getting Rich While Opposing Wisconsin Unions

Nonprofit drives revenues by increasing caseloads, reducing quality of care, workers say.

Everyone’s Talking About Francesca Hong

Will all the coverage help or hurt Democratic governor candidate? And beware a new poll.

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How Did Support For Environment Get So Partisan?

Rankings show extreme split on issue. No more champions like TR and Tommy?

Will Wisconsin’s Gerrymandered Congressional Map Be Overturned?

Wisconsin Supreme Court moving slowly toward a decision.

How Partisan Are Wisconsin’s Members of Congress?

Two different rankings show who is most and least bipartisan.

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Wikler Concedes Democratic Party’s Image Problems

The 'blob' of the Democratic Party organization is the problem, and solution, he says.

How Evers ‘Fixed the Damn Roads’

He got help from Republican legislators and federal pandemic funding.

The Politics of Lt. Governor Position

The governor doesn't pick the lieutenant. And they often don't get along.

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