Bill Kaplan: Walker and Trump are phonies
Monday, Aug 6, 2018
Both Walker and Trump are demagogic politicians. Their modus operandi is scapegoating others.
Both Walker and Trump are demagogic politicians. Their modus operandi is scapegoating others.
Walker wants to take credit for saving us from a mess of his own making.
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Paul Soglin on Saturday released his first TV ad in the race, taking jabs at both Gov. Scott Walker and President Trump. The 30-second spot features an animated skit with a narrator criticizing the two Republicans. “If
Dem gubernatorial candidates during a Milwaukee forum today said they would help local communities improve their budget pictures through increased shared revenue and local flexibility to raise revenues. The candidates at the forum, hosted by Milwaukee County Exec Chris
Dem guv candidate Tony Evers knocks Gov. Scott Walker as “the most anti-education governor” in his second TV ad. The 30-second ad, which focuses on Evers’ experience as a teacher, begins with footage of the state superintendent touting his commitment
It is hard to see how basic trends could shift much in these final days, but it’s hard to see a down side in choosing a solid Walker opponent, unbloodied by a contentious primary, who will be credible, tough and focused on education, crumbling roads, health care and our poor economic performance compared to neighbors like Minnesota.
These are empirical questions we can answer.
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Kelda Roys announced her campaign has raised more than $1 million since getting in the race. The latest figures mean Roys has pulled in about $175,000 since June 30, the end of the last reporting period. Campaign
And then it’s time to unite behind the victor.
Daily Standard Podcast host Charlie Skyes talks with Michael Warren and David Byler about Scott Walker’s run for a third term, the Wisconsin U.S. Senate race and more.
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Dem guv candidate Kelda Roys in her second TV ad calls for making health care “universally available.” The 30-second ad opens with the former state rep saying the state has a “long way to go on health care.” The spot
Walker is very vulnerable, but his challengers are blowing it with far-left campaigns.
We are moving Wisconsin forward. Now, we have a plan for the next four years. We call it Wisconsin Wins the 21st Century.
As governor, I pledge I will do everything in my power to restore the funding our schools deserve, the rights, wages, and benefits you lost, and the autonomy and respect you deserve.
Scott Walker is an effective candidate—he managed to win and hold the governorship in Wisconsin while amassing a solidly conservative governing record. But, unlike some other successful GOP governors, Walker doesn’t seem to be immune to national level trends.
Both Walker and Trump are demagogic politicians. Their modus operandi is scapegoating others.
Walker wants to take credit for saving us from a mess of his own making.
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Paul Soglin on Saturday released his first TV ad in the race, taking jabs at both Gov. Scott Walker and President Trump. The 30-second spot features an animated skit with a narrator criticizing the two Republicans. “If Scott Walker isn’t scary enough, now Donald Trump is in
Dem gubernatorial candidates during a Milwaukee forum today said they would help local communities improve their budget pictures through increased shared revenue and local flexibility to raise revenues. The candidates at the forum, hosted by Milwaukee County Exec Chris Abele, appeared in groups of four and answered a series
Dem guv candidate Tony Evers knocks Gov. Scott Walker as “the most anti-education governor” in his second TV ad. The 30-second ad, which focuses on Evers’ experience as a teacher, begins with footage of the state superintendent touting his commitment to Wisconsin’s children. “I’ve always believed what’s best for our
It is hard to see how basic trends could shift much in these final days, but it’s hard to see a down side in choosing a solid Walker opponent, unbloodied by a contentious primary, who will be credible, tough and focused on education, crumbling roads, health care and our poor economic performance compared to neighbors like Minnesota.
These are empirical questions we can answer.
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Kelda Roys announced her campaign has raised more than $1 million since getting in the race. The latest figures mean Roys has pulled in about $175,000 since June 30, the end of the last reporting period. Campaign spokesman Brian Evans told WisPolitics.com the latest fundraising haul was
And then it’s time to unite behind the victor.
Daily Standard Podcast host Charlie Skyes talks with Michael Warren and David Byler about Scott Walker’s run for a third term, the Wisconsin U.S. Senate race and more.
… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on the WisPolitics-State Affairs platform, which is the new home for WisPolitics subscriber products.
Dem guv candidate Kelda Roys in her second TV ad calls for making health care “universally available.” The 30-second ad opens with the former state rep saying the state has a “long way to go on health care.” The spot then shows footage of a farm field and Roys spending
Walker is very vulnerable, but his challengers are blowing it with far-left campaigns.
We are moving Wisconsin forward. Now, we have a plan for the next four years. We call it Wisconsin Wins the 21st Century.
As governor, I pledge I will do everything in my power to restore the funding our schools deserve, the rights, wages, and benefits you lost, and the autonomy and respect you deserve.
Scott Walker is an effective candidate—he managed to win and hold the governorship in Wisconsin while amassing a solidly conservative governing record. But, unlike some other successful GOP governors, Walker doesn’t seem to be immune to national level trends.