Politics

Governor Walker Urges Lawmakers to “Get it Done” at Verona Road Project

Governor Walker Urges Lawmakers to “Get it Done” at Verona Road Project

If the Legislature decides to separate transportation from the overall budget process, major projects could face major delays.

Dear GOP, It’s Not Working

Dear GOP, It’s Not Working

Wisconsin on verge of recession, Assembly GOP must take up middle class tax cut legislation

Sen. Taylor Reject’s Gov. Walker’s Attack on Parole

Sen. Taylor Reject’s Gov. Walker’s Attack on Parole

"Governor Walker’s attack on parole is just another example that he is refusing to do his job."

Sen. Taylor Continues to Support Forestry and Agriculture

Sen. Taylor Continues to Support Forestry and Agriculture

This motion, along with other proposals seeking worker training and protections, was rejected by the Republican majority on the Joint Finance Committee.

Governor Walker Appoints Milwaukee County Judge

Governor Walker Appoints Milwaukee County Judge

"Joe Wall has established himself as a respected and accomplished attorney in the Milwaukee area."

GOP Ohio Attorney General Seeks to Hold Opioid Makers Accountable for Addiction Crisis, Wisconsin Attorney Brad Schimel Does Nothing

GOP Ohio Attorney General Seeks to Hold Opioid Makers Accountable for Addiction Crisis, Wisconsin Attorney Brad Schimel Does Nothing

‘Even Fellow Republicans are Going to Court to Hold Opioid Manufacturers Accountable for Misleading Marketing Tactics’

MacIver Institute Celebrates President Trump’s Decision to Ditch Paris Climate Deal

MacIver Institute Celebrates President Trump’s Decision to Ditch Paris Climate Deal

Obama’s Costly Power Plan, an attempt to carry out the promises made in Paris, would have devastating economic consequences.

Democratic Party of Wisconsin Statement on the President’s Decision to Withdraw From The Paris Agreement

Democratic Party of Wisconsin Statement on the President’s Decision to Withdraw From The Paris Agreement

"Anyone who cares about the future of our planet and the future of our economy should remember his action this week and plan to vote him out of office..."

Exiting Paris Agreement Threatens National Security & Stymies Economic Growth

Exiting Paris Agreement Threatens National Security & Stymies Economic Growth

In response to President Donald Trump’s decision to pull the United States out of the Paris climate agreement, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) issued the following statement

Sen. Taylor stands with 91% of Wisconsinites and against GOP repeal of training and permits for conceal carry gun owners

Sen. Taylor stands with 91% of Wisconsinites and against GOP repeal of training and permits for conceal carry gun owners

GOP legislators seemed determined to move forward regardless of the will of the people.

Abele Stands Up for Milwaukee County

Abele Stands Up for Milwaukee County

In a series of vetoes, Abele took steps to preserve pay for County workers, ensure the Zoo can proceed with upgrades, and expand community placement options for youth as an alternative to Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake.

A Bill Providing Pathways to Employment for Youthful Offenders Receives Public Hearing

A Bill Providing Pathways to Employment for Youthful Offenders Receives Public Hearing

Bipartisan legislation would fix Wisconsin’s outdated expungement law