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Plotkin says justice system relies on public defenders, prosecutors as lawmakers debate pay raises

Thursday, Mar 23, 2023

In this week’s Capitol Chats episode, State Public Defender Legislative Liaison Adam Plotkin says Wisconsin’s criminal justice system needs public defenders taking cases in order to function. As the biennial budget cycle moves ahead, he wants to make sure Republicans include pay raises to address SPD recruitment and retention issues. Plotkin also talks about why a bill to define “violent crime” could increase the load on the justice system.

FRI REPORT: Longtime Secretary of State La Follette retires; Evers appoints Godlewski to succeed him

Friday, Mar 17, 2023

Quotes of the Week We are still proudly pro-life, but there are some things that are different than they were 175 years ago. We wanted to put an idea forward that shows we are willing to be reasonable. – Assembly

Rewind: Your Week in Review for March 17

Friday, Mar 17, 2023

On this week’s episode of “Rewind,” WisPolitics.com’s JR Ross and CBS 58’s Emilee Fannon discuss a GOP bill to add exceptions to Wisconsin 1849 abortion ban, the latest in the state Supreme Court race, this week’s action on the Assembly floor and more.

WisOpinion: ‘The Insiders’ consider the dynamics at play as Republicans prepare to rewrite Evers’ budget

Friday, Mar 17, 2023

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, take a look at what may happen to Gov. Tony Evers’ budget proposal now that it’s in the hands of the GOP-controlled Legislature. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and Michael Best Strategies.

Talking Trade with Pawan Bhatnagar of Kasvu Consulting, Asian Insiders

Thursday, Mar 16, 2023

In the latest episode of “Talking Trade,” Pawan Bhatnagar of Kasvu Consulting and Asian Insiders touts the strength of the Indian economy. He says India has “proven to be remarkably resilient in the face of the headwinds” facing global markets,

Toney says prosecutor, public defender pay increases could make it in budget after talks with GOP

Wednesday, Mar 15, 2023

In this week’s Capitol Chats episode, Fond du Lac DA Eric Toney says pay increases for prosecutors and public defenders are crucial to fighting the attorney shortage in Wisconsin. He also says he’s been talking with Republican leaders about making sure DAs get what they need in the upcoming budget.

Rewind: Your Week in Review for March 10

Friday, Mar 10, 2023

On this week’s episode of “Rewind,” WisPolitics.com’s JR Ross and CBS 58’s Emilee Fannon discuss the state budget, Republicans blocking new vaccination requirements for schools, the debate over state aid for Milwaukee Brewers stadium maintenance, record spending in the state Supreme Court race and more.

WisOpinion: ‘The Insiders’ consider how referendums may affect turnout in the April 4 election

Friday, Mar 10, 2023

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chuck Chvala and Scott Jensen, consider whether referendums on the ballot may drive voters to the polls for the upcoming spring general election for Supreme Court and local races. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and Michael Best Strategies.

FRI REPORT: Protasiewicz praised conservative jurists as she sought judicial appointments from Walker

Thursday, Mar 9, 2023

Quotes of the Week How do we trust you, and honest to God that made me so angry back then. And even now, I’ll be honest with you, when I see you, I refer to you as Wisconsin’s Dr. Fauci.

FRI REPORT: JFC likely to scuttle Evers’ Parole Commission changes, elements could resurface in separate legislation

Wednesday, Mar 8, 2023

Quotes of the Week I understand that Judge Janet has certain policies that she wants to pursue, but she can only do that by tearing down our Constitution, setting aside our law to make sure she can get to her

DNR Secretary Payne optimistic on future PFAS, water quality standards, talks wolf management plan

Wednesday, Mar 8, 2023

DNR Secretary Adam Payne says he’s optimistic about coming to a consensus on setting water quality and PFAS standards after years of tumultuous talks. Payne also says the DNR needs to do a better job at figuring out the carrying capacity for gray wolves and animals they interact with while the department refines its draft wolf management plan.

Evers demands Republicans tell him ‘the damn plan’ as they reject his budget proposals

Wednesday, Mar 8, 2023

The Dem guv at Tuesday’s WisPolitics.com Madison Club luncheon said there is a tenor of compromise in the Capitol right now, but Republicans still don’t agree with him on what to do with the state’s projected surplus of $7.1 billion through the fiscal year that ends June 30. Evers expressed frustration at GOP leaders for repeatedly saying it isn’t enough money to do everything he asked for in his budget.

FRI REPORT: JFC likely to scuttle Evers’ Parole Commission changes, elements could resurface in separate legislation

Friday, Mar 3, 2023

Rewind: Your Week in Review for March 3

Friday, Mar 3, 2023

On this week’s episode of “Rewind,” WisPolitics.com’s JR Ross and CBS 58’s Emilee Fannon discuss Republicans’ plans for the state budget, the state Supreme Court race, Gov. Tony Evers’ proposed capital budget and more.

WisOpinion: ‘The Insiders’ analyze the race for the 8th SD

Friday, Mar 3, 2023

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, review the spring primary and consider the potential outcome for the 8th Senate District race. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and Michael Best Strategies.

Talking Trade with Rebekah Sweeney, Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association

Thursday, Mar 2, 2023

In the latest episode of “Talking Trade,” Rebekah Sweeney of the Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association discusses the “recipe for success” for dairy exports in 2022. Sweeney, the group’s senior director of programs and policy, says last year was “an outstanding

Neubauer says she’s focused on boosting K-12 school funding and shared revenue

Wednesday, Mar 1, 2023

In this week’s Capitol Chats podcast, Minority Leader Greta Neubauer talks more about her idea to move to a full state-funding model for K-12 schools from the current two-thirds model. She also argues increasing shared revenue for local governments will

Born: Republicans likely won’t include Evers’ local sales tax proposal in their budget

Wednesday, Mar 1, 2023

Joint Finance Committee Co-chair Rep. Mark Born at a WisPolitics.com luncheon said Republicans likely won’t include in their budget Gov. Tony Evers’ proposal to allow local governments to implement their own sales tax increases.

FRI REPORT: Evers’ budget includes $879M to boost pay, benefits for state employees

Friday, Feb 24, 2023

Quotes of the Week She’s promised to put her thumb on the scales of justice, to make sure that cases come out the way she wants them to come out, rather than based on what the law commands. This is

Rewind: Your Week in Review for Feb. 24

Friday, Feb 24, 2023

On this week’s episode of “Rewind,” WisPolitics.com’s JR Ross and CBS 58’s Emilee Fannon analyze Tuesday’s primary results and look at the dynamics at play going into the April 4 general election.

Plotkin says justice system relies on public defenders, prosecutors as lawmakers debate pay raises

Thursday, Mar 23, 2023

FRI REPORT: Longtime Secretary of State La Follette retires; Evers appoints Godlewski to succeed him

Friday, Mar 17, 2023

Rewind: Your Week in Review for March 17

Friday, Mar 17, 2023

WisOpinion: ‘The Insiders’ consider the dynamics at play as Republicans prepare to rewrite Evers’ budget

Friday, Mar 17, 2023

Talking Trade with Pawan Bhatnagar of Kasvu Consulting, Asian Insiders

Thursday, Mar 16, 2023

Toney says prosecutor, public defender pay increases could make it in budget after talks with GOP

Wednesday, Mar 15, 2023

Rewind: Your Week in Review for March 10

Friday, Mar 10, 2023

WisOpinion: ‘The Insiders’ consider how referendums may affect turnout in the April 4 election

Friday, Mar 10, 2023

FRI REPORT: Protasiewicz praised conservative jurists as she sought judicial appointments from Walker

Thursday, Mar 9, 2023

Quotes of the Week How do we trust you, and honest to God that made me so angry back then. And even now, I’ll be honest with you, when I see you, I refer to you as Wisconsin’s Dr. Fauci. – Joint Committee for Review of Administrative Rules Chair Sen.

FRI REPORT: JFC likely to scuttle Evers’ Parole Commission changes, elements could resurface in separate legislation

Wednesday, Mar 8, 2023

DNR Secretary Payne optimistic on future PFAS, water quality standards, talks wolf management plan

Wednesday, Mar 8, 2023

Evers demands Republicans tell him ‘the damn plan’ as they reject his budget proposals

Wednesday, Mar 8, 2023

FRI REPORT: JFC likely to scuttle Evers’ Parole Commission changes, elements could resurface in separate legislation

Friday, Mar 3, 2023

Rewind: Your Week in Review for March 3

Friday, Mar 3, 2023

WisOpinion: ‘The Insiders’ analyze the race for the 8th SD

Friday, Mar 3, 2023

Talking Trade with Rebekah Sweeney, Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association

Thursday, Mar 2, 2023

Neubauer says she’s focused on boosting K-12 school funding and shared revenue

Wednesday, Mar 1, 2023

Born: Republicans likely won’t include Evers’ local sales tax proposal in their budget

Wednesday, Mar 1, 2023

FRI REPORT: Evers’ budget includes $879M to boost pay, benefits for state employees

Friday, Feb 24, 2023

Quotes of the Week She’s promised to put her thumb on the scales of justice, to make sure that cases come out the way she wants them to come out, rather than based on what the law commands. This is an ancient form of dishonesty that has been universally condemned

Rewind: Your Week in Review for Feb. 24

Friday, Feb 24, 2023