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At a Senate committee hearing on COVID-19, the Wisconsin senator favored the voices of quacks over those of his constituents.

Johnson has gone rogue, and he now proposes to extend his infamy into 2021.

“Liberty” is a constitutional right. “Life” is a constitutional right. “Liberty” is a high priority. “Life” is higher. At times like these, modest restrictions on liberty are essential to preserving life. A true conservative judge would understand that.

It appears Gov. Tony Evers has gone on a spending spree with the clock ticking down on states using federal COVID-19 funding.

Wisconsin Democratic Governor Tony Evers and Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes must ask all former Democratic and Republican governors, including Scott Walker, and lieutenant governors to join them in urging Wisconsinites to double down on taking precautions.

It’s clear from the evidence Tiffany is not “a solid conservative legislator” and “a candidate whom they know will fight for conservative principles in Washington.”

The fundamental premise of these lawsuits is deeply unethical. It is never right to throw out the vote of a qualified voter based on after-the-fact changes in laws and procedures.

American citizens’ ignorance of their own government is nothing short of astounding.

Capitol Police shut down Capitol rotunda and denied permit, but Republican legislators defy them.

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, debate how the remap of legislative districts will play out in the courts.

Alternatives to “defund” and “socialism” must be found so that voters will hear — loud and clear — sound policy that will make their lives better.

The Milwaukee County Office on African American Affairs is currently holding a series of virtual open house meetings to talk about what’s next for the office under Roman’s leadership.

For the past nine months, figuring out how to move forward has been particularly challenging. But by all working together, we’re making progress on many fronts.

“We’re All Innovating” was truly a statewide competition, as well as a revealing glimpse at the range, innovative spirit and survival instincts of small business owners and operators in Wisconsin.

The GOP legislators have spent nearly a decade jury-rigging Wisconsin’s historic voting laws to suit their purposes.

County-by-county analysis shows similar pattern of voting to 2016 — with key differences.

A new $15 million cash infusion from Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey’s #startsmall initiative will help fund all kinds of freeloader programs in member mayor cities.

We need a 21st century companion for Smokey — a superhero for climate change.

The state Supreme Court conservative who defied Trump shares his voicemail messages and letters.

Candidate Brian Hagedorn made a lot of promises about how judges should issue rulings that Justice Brian Hagedorn is completely ignoring.

At a Senate committee hearing on COVID-19, the Wisconsin senator favored the voices of quacks over those of his constituents.

Johnson has gone rogue, and he now proposes to extend his infamy into 2021.

“Liberty” is a constitutional right. “Life” is a constitutional right. “Liberty” is a high priority. “Life” is higher. At times like these, modest restrictions on liberty are essential to preserving life. A true conservative judge would understand that.

It appears Gov. Tony Evers has gone on a spending spree with the clock ticking down on states using federal COVID-19 funding.

Wisconsin Democratic Governor Tony Evers and Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes must ask all former Democratic and Republican governors, including Scott Walker, and lieutenant governors to join them in urging Wisconsinites to double down on taking precautions.

It’s clear from the evidence Tiffany is not “a solid conservative legislator” and “a candidate whom they know will fight for conservative principles in Washington.”

The fundamental premise of these lawsuits is deeply unethical. It is never right to throw out the vote of a qualified voter based on after-the-fact changes in laws and procedures.

American citizens’ ignorance of their own government is nothing short of astounding.

Capitol Police shut down Capitol rotunda and denied permit, but Republican legislators defy them.

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, debate how the remap of legislative districts will play out in the courts.

Alternatives to “defund” and “socialism” must be found so that voters will hear — loud and clear — sound policy that will make their lives better.

The Milwaukee County Office on African American Affairs is currently holding a series of virtual open house meetings to talk about what’s next for the office under Roman’s leadership.

For the past nine months, figuring out how to move forward has been particularly challenging. But by all working together, we’re making progress on many fronts.

“We’re All Innovating” was truly a statewide competition, as well as a revealing glimpse at the range, innovative spirit and survival instincts of small business owners and operators in Wisconsin.

The GOP legislators have spent nearly a decade jury-rigging Wisconsin’s historic voting laws to suit their purposes.

County-by-county analysis shows similar pattern of voting to 2016 — with key differences.

A new $15 million cash infusion from Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey’s #startsmall initiative will help fund all kinds of freeloader programs in member mayor cities.

We need a 21st century companion for Smokey — a superhero for climate change.

The state Supreme Court conservative who defied Trump shares his voicemail messages and letters.

Candidate Brian Hagedorn made a lot of promises about how judges should issue rulings that Justice Brian Hagedorn is completely ignoring.