Steven Walters: For first time in 18 years, Democrats control budget process
Which legislators will serve on two key committees deciding how to spend $114 billion?
LaKeshia Myers: You voted, now what?
Creating a legislative policy agenda for the people.
Richard Moore: Foreign land interests imperil Wisconsin, nation
One of the biggest consequences of last week’s GOP devastation will be the honest-to-goodness potential forfeiture of land to the state and other alien parties, to the point that the people of Wisconsin may not control Wisconsin at all.
Bill Berry: Slate of young, diverse leaders ushers in new era
Among the many remarkable storylines from last week’s elections is what happened here in Wisconsin, where our newly elected slate of constitutional officers is in step with the generational change we witnessed across the nation.
Spencer Black: For Democrats, the hard work begins now
The great night for Democrats should not obscure the fact that the party brand is not great. However, Democrats have a historic opportunity to improve that brand dramatically and to reestablish the party in areas of the country where it has itself been close to political extinction.
Jim Piwowarczyk: David Crowley redistricting flip-flop: ‘Not going forward’ in 2025, ‘I will sign it’ now
In September 2025, David Crowley told FOX6 “we’re not going forward with redistricting mid-cycle” and said “we have to protect our democracy.” Less than a week after Democrats won a trifecta this November, he says, “if the bill was to reach my desk, I will sign it.” The map he is ready to toss is Tony Evers’ map, and Democrats just won half of Wisconsin’s congressional seats on it.
John Nichols: Elections a nod to Wisconsin’s rich diversity
It was not surprising that on Tuesday many Wisconsinites were celebrating the growing diversity of our state government.
Gregory Humphrey: A lesson from Wisconsin in 1988: Election ends, respect shouldn’t
A congratulatory call does not confer legitimacy that voters have not already established. Nor does it require the losing candidate to endorse the winner’s agenda. It simply recognizes the conclusion of a democratic contest.
Dave Zweifel: JD Vance’s ugly campaign behavior will backfire
His actions and rhetoric during an important national election ought to disqualify him from the start. If the country truly wants to rid itself of Trumpism — its chaos, unaccountability and corruption — it also needs to rid itself of Vance.
Steve Busalacchi: Why journalism still matters
When you get your news from journalists, you’re supporting professionals and companies dedicated to accuracy, fairness and balance.
James E. Causey: OnlyFans grandma reveals truth about need for second income
72-year-old great-grandmother is making money on OnlyFans, but she’s hardly alone. More Americans are finding creative ways to earn extra cash, sometimes in the most unexpected places.
Hovde says he’d consider Senate bid if Johnson opts against seeking another term
GOP businessman Eric Hovde said another run for public office “isn’t on my radar screen right now,” but he would think about running for U.S. Senate in 2028 if U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson decides against seeking a fourth term.
Talking Trade with Louis-Philippe Bourgeois, GoExport
In the latest episode of “Talking Trade,” GoExport co-founder and Vice President Louis-Philippe Bourgeois discusses how Canadian exporters are navigating the shifting tariff landscape. GoExport is a Montreal-based firm offering international trade advice to both Canadian and American companies, including
Dept. of Military Affairs: Wisconsin Launches MCCYN-Plus to Expand Child Care Options for Military-Connected Families
MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs, in partnership with the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families, is excited to announce the launch of Military Child Care in Your Neighborhood-PLUS (MCCYN-PLUS). Building on the existing Military Child Care in
Rep. Amaad Rivera-Wagner: Rep. Rivera-Wagner demands federal investigation after Wisconsin teacher deported, state trooper detained by ICE
GREEN BAY, WI – State Representative Amaad Rivera-Wagner (D-Green Bay) has sent a letter to U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin and Ron Johnson requesting an investigation into potential civil rights violations by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), following the deportation of