FRI Report: WisPolitics review: DNR since 2020 named at least two responsible for PFAS contamination agency attributed to other parties
Quotes of the Week This is the state’s chief election officer. They’re telling this court that the state’s chief election officer will be forever away from the people. That is not a sustainable result in a democracy.- Attorney Misha Tseytlin,
Gov. Evers: Grants 172 pardons, bringing total pardons granted to 1,436
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he has granted another 172 pardons, bringing his total number of pardons granted to 1,436. “It’s a privilege to be able to hear the unique personal stories of individuals who’ve worked hard to make amends,
Rewind: Your Week in Review for Nov. 22
On this week’s episode of “Rewind,” WisPolitics.com’s JR Ross and CBS 58’s Emilee Fannon discuss Wisconsin’s fiscal outlook, a state Supreme Court hearing that could determine whether Wisconsin Elections Commission Administrator Meagan Wolfe continues in her role, Republican Eric Hovde conceding to Dem U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin and more.
O’Brien campaign: Sean O’Brien announces candidacy for District 16 Alder
Today, lifelong Madisonian and civil rights advocate Sean O’Brien announced his campaign for Madison Common Council District 16. Incumbent Alder Jael Currie will not be seeking re-election in 2025 and has endorsed O’Brien for the seat. O’Brien issued the following
Milwaukee County Exec Crowley: Invites residents to annual tree lighting ceremony
MILWAUKEE – On Monday, December 2, at 3:00 PM, County Executive David Crowley invites the community to attend the annual Milwaukee County Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Milwaukee County Courthouse Rotunda. The ceremony will feature music, a visit from Santa, and fun
WisOpinion: ‘The Insiders’ consider losing candidates’ political futures
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, consider the political futures for losing candidates in November’s election. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
FRI News Summary: Wisconsin’s tax burden hits new low, report finds
TOP STORIES WPF: Wisconsin’s tax burden compared with other states hits a new low9.9% of personal income — down from 10.3% the previous year … now has the 35th highest tax burden nationally, its lowest ranking on record. … credits
Scott Walker: Republicans must deliver on their campaign promises
Conservatives should be excited but not overconfident after the big wins on Nov. 5.
Amy Hemmer: Maybe 2020 was a blessing in disguise
Americans have lived through the Biden term and really felt the pain. They needed to experience exactly what the Biden years had in store to truly realize they did not want any part of such.
Ruth Conniff: Hovde’s sour grapes shrivel on the vine
His protestations that the election was rigged against him have fallen on deaf ears.
Mark Belling: No state swings like Wisconsin
Even if illegal voting is tiny, it can swing our elections.
Bethany Rentsch: The election left a heavy residue of anxiety. Here’s how I cope.
The 2024 election was tumultuous and left a heavy residue of anxiety for some. If you’re feeling anxiousness, this is how you can persevere.
Reggie Jackson: History teaches us that ignoring the elephant in the room will not make it go away
Horrendous racial discrimination and anti-Black rhetoric which drove a political movement is alive and well all these years later. America has not cleansed itself of racism.
Jeffrey Leverich: Candidates didn’t address economic rights; voters did
Voters supported specific policies to advance their economic rights.
Mike McCabe: Signs of true manhood
When conditions arise that are not for the faint of heart, those who are truly strong know it can’t be every man for himself. They don’t point fingers; they look in the mirror. Then they look to see who’s behind them, lifting those who’ve fallen. They pull the door open, saying it loud and clear. After you.