Bruce Murphy: Can Milwaukee solve its voter turnout problem?

In the age of Gov. Scott Walker, as Wisconsin has become one of the most politically polarized states in America, Democrats have no chance in statewide elections without a big turnout in Milwaukee and Madison. And the turnout has been far better in Madison and Dane County in recent years.

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WED AM Update: Jacque, Plumer win GOP primaries in special elections

From WisPolitics.com … — State Rep. André Jacque attributed his win against Alex Renard for the GOP Republican nomination in the 1st SD to his “positive campaign” and independent record in the Legislature. And Jacque said in a phone interview he’d bring the same strategy to the June 12 general election. He’ll face Dem Caleb Frostman, the former executive director of the Door County Economic De… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options. Username or E-mail Password * Remember Me

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Kurtz campaign: Organic Farmer, 20 Year Army veteran Tony Kurtz announces run for Assembly

Contact: Tony Kurtz KurtzforAssembly@gmail.com Wonewoc Farmer Seeks to be a Voice for Rural Wisconsin Wonewoc, WI – Juneau County organic farmer Tony Kurtz announced on Tuesday that he is running to represent the 50th Assembly district. Kurtz entered the race following fellow Republican Ed Brooks’s retirement from the seat. “For the last decade, Ed Brooks has been a strong voice for rural Central and Western Wisconsin, and I want to thank him for his service,” said Kurtz. “I’m running for State Representative to continue Ed’s strong legacy. I aim to secure access to rural health care, create more job opportunities,

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Jacque attributes 1st SD GOP primary win to his ‘positive campaign,’ Plumer wins in 42nd AD

State Rep. André Jacque attributed his win against Alex Renard for the GOP Republican nomination in the 1st SD Tuesday to his “positive campaign” and independent record in the Legislature. Meanwhile, in the 42nd AD, Jon Plumer, who owns a Lodi karate school, won a four-way GOP primary Jacque said in a phone interview he’d bring the same strategy he used in the primary to the June 12 general election where he’ll face Dem Caleb Frostman, the former executive director of the Door County Economic Development Corp. “I expect we’ll certainly see more negativity out there, but we’re going to

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Bruce Murphy: Can Milwaukee solve its voter turnout problem?

In the age of Gov. Scott Walker, as Wisconsin has become one of the most politically polarized states in America, Democrats have no chance in statewide elections without a big turnout in Milwaukee and Madison. And the turnout has been far better in Madison and Dane County in recent years.

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