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News media links of interest to SEA members. The most recent are at the top.  Updated through December 31, 2011.

December 31, 2011
Walker Adds Insult To Injury For State Correction Officers
Cognitive Dissidence
Link to source


December 31, 2011
The Force may not be strong with Gov. Walker
Mary Spicuzza & Clay Barbour, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source


December 30, 2011
Citing Gableman legal work, DA asks justices to reopen bargaining case
Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

State DOJ officials wanted to stay out of John Doe probe
Patrick Marley & Daniel Bice, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


December 30, 2011
Ozanne asks high court to vacate ruling on collective bargaining law
Ed Treleven, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source

Feds ordered Walker to lift cap on Family Care
Clay Barbour, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source


December 28, 2011
A plan to get Wisconsin working again
Brett Hulsey(D) State Assembly, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


December 28, 2011
What a $pectacular year it was
Bill Lueders, director of Money and Politics Project, The Capital Times
Link to source


December 27, 2011
Public Employee Unions - Post-Collective Bargaining -
New work rules set in as contracts lapse
Steven Verburg, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source

State officials criticize feds for providing inaccurate jobs data
Mike Ivey, The Capital Times
Link to source

A year of living dangerously under Walker
Rep. Brett Hulsey, (D) State Assembly, The Capital Times
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December 25, 2011
Walker, political strife dominated Wis. headlines
Associated Press, madison.com
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December 24, 2011
A look back at an extraordinary year in Wisconsin state politics
Steven Walters, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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December 24, 2011
AP interview: Walker says state better off than year ago
Scott Bauer, AP, Wisconsin State Journal
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Walker says he could have sold his changes better
Bill Lueders, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism, WSJ
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Where's Walker? Answer often depends on who is asking
Clay Barbour, Wisconsin State Journal
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Walker's 250,000 jobs promise was wildly optimistic
Chris Rickert, Wisconsin State Journal
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December 23, 2011
UW System shoulders biggest share of new budget cuts
Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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2 unions discourage Barrett from running in a recall
Daniel Bice, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


December 23, 2011
After one year, 250,000 jobs pledge looking harder to attain for Walker
Scott Bauer, Associated Press, Wisconsin State Journal
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December 22, 2011
Walker reviewing state's use of Gableman's attorney
Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Gov. Walker dominates the air waves early in push to burnish his image
Craig Gilbert, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


December 22, 2011
Wis. gov. has hard time living up to jobs pledge
Associated Press, madison.com
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Wis. DA may seek rehearing in unions lawsuit
Associated Press, madison.com
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December 21, 2011
Recall backers ask judge to dismiss Walker campaign lawsuit against GAB
Associated Press, Wisconsin State Journal
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Walker's budget cuts are costing state private jobs, report warns
Mike Ivey, The Capital Times
Link to source


December 20, 2011
Medicaid contractor spending increases -
Audit also finds fewer fraud probes
Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


December 19, 2011
Walker says lawsuit will protect integrity of recall process
Sharif Durhams, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


December 19, 2011
Scott Walker's extremism wins national notoriety
Paul Fanlund, Editor of The Capital Time
Link to source


December 18, 2011
Recall effort against 4 GOP state senators on pace, groups say
Tom Tolan, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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December 18, 2011
Rebecca who? Recall volunteers find many ignorant about lieutenant governor
Doug Erickson, Wisconsin State Journal
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Bargaining rights are human rights
John Nichols, Capital Times associate editor
Link to source


December 16, 2011
Editorial: Fitzgerald's vision: A state without the GAB
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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December 15, 2011
With half the money coming from out of state, Walker far outraising recall organizers
Clay Barbour & Mary Spicuzza, Wisconsin State Journal
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United Wisconsin reports 507,533 signatures to recall Walker
Jessica VanEgeren, The Capital Times
Link to source


December 15, 2011
Recall group says it has more than 500,000 signatures
Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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Walker, GOP sue state elections and ethics agency over recall effort
Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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December 14, 2011
Why it’s important to recall Kleefisch too
Capital Times editorial
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Walker brings unions together
Dave Zweifel, Capital Times editor emeritus
Link to source


December 13, 2011
Elections officials likely to seek more time to review recall petitions -
300,000 pages of petitions expected to be filed
Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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December 12, 2011
Editorial: Sounding an alarm on highway oversight
Oshkosh Northwestern
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December 12, 2011
The Capitol is not Walker’s private palace
Capital Times editorial
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December 11, 2011
SDC to review contracts, spending
Georgia Pabst, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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December 11, 2011
Walker and Kochs vs. voting
John Nichols, Capital Times associate editor
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December 10, 2011
Public retirement ages come under greater scrutiny
Associated Press, madison.com
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December 9, 2011
Most school employees vote to recertify unions under bargaining law
Steven Verburg, Wisconsin State Journal
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A year later, Walker rail blunder looks even worse
Capitol Times editorial
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December 8, 2011
Majority of education unions vote to recertify -
177 out of 206 groups decide to stick with representation
Tom Tolan & Erin Richards, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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Editorial: New rules for rallies need another draft -
Some of the Walker administration's new rules governing protests leave too many questions
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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Another View: Capitol Protests -
Capitol access policy is necessary, reasonable
Mike Huebsch, DOA Secretary, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


December 8, 2011
GAB head says verifying recall signatures will take longer than law allows
Scott Bauer, Associated Press, Wisconsin State Journal
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Walker has a mixed record on openness
Mark Pitsch, assistant city editor, Wisconsin State Journal
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December 8, 2011
States have laid off 500,000+ in the past 3 years; companies have avoided $42 billion in state taxes
Meteor Blades, Daily KOS
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December 6, 2011
Transportation consulting firm shuts down after negative state audit
Rick Romell, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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Opinion: Walker has not been honest
Kathleen Falk, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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Opinion: Governor has kept his promises
Rebecca Kleefisch, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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December 6, 2011
Madison360: New York Times focuses on public worker exodus here
Paul Fanlund, Editor of The Capital Times
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December 5, 2011
Many Workers in Public Sector Retiring Sooner
Monica Davey, The new York Times
Link to source


December 5, 2011
Madison360: Scott Walker's new narrative is just as phony as the old one
Paul Fanlund, Editor of The Capital Times
Link to source


December 4, 2011
State jobs figures carried an asterisk -
Walker's office knew numbers were 'very questionable'
Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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December 4, 2011
Walker used to like recalls
John Nichols, Capital Times associate editor
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December 3, 2011
Appeals court says no to closed hearing in Walker campaign probe
Dee J. Hall, Wisconsin State Journal
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December 2, 2011
New person offered immunity in secret probe of current, ex-Walker aides
Patrick Marley & Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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Walker ads slap back at recall effort
Daniel Bice, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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December 1, 2011
Walker administration would charge Capitol protesters for police, cleanup
Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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November 30, 2011
Assembly Republicans have refused to pay Democrat's legal costs -
Fee goes unpaid as leaders research options
Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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November 30, 2011

Plain Talk: Hey, governor, your pants are on fire
Dave Zweifel, Capital Times editor emeritus
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Why small cities, rural areas back the recall of Scott Walker
Capital Times editorial
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November 29, 2011
Unions ask judge to declare bargaining law unconstitutional
Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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November 29, 2011
Walker recall organizers: Over 300,000 signatures gathered, more than half needed
Mary Spicuzza, Wisconsin State Journal
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Walker-Koch prank call back in anti-Walker ad
Jessica VanEgeren, The Capital Times
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November 28, 2011
Recall group says it has 300,000 signatures
Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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November 27, 2011
With recall election probable, who will face Walker?
Mary Spicuzza & Clay Barbour, Wisconsin State Journal
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Under Walker, Wisconsin is No. 1 job loser
John Nichols, Capital Times associate editor
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November 26, 2011
Recall drive is picking up steam -
Signatures collected at curbside, midnight parties
Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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November 26, 2011
Holiday lights display example of union contributions to community
Dave Zweifel, The Capital Times
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November 25, 2011
Dismissed official had filed complaint against workforce secretary
Patrick Marley & Don Walker, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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November 25, 2011
Analysis: Wis tax credits don't always create jobs
Associated Press, madison.com
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November 24, 2011
Capitol Report: The recall Scott Walker effort, to date, has been anything but dull
Jessica VanEgeren, The Capital Times
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November 22, 2011
Walker budget reforms working
Leah Vukmir, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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November 22, 2011
SWIB rates better than peers, report says
Judy Newman, Wisconsin State Journal
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November 20, 2011
Wisconsin turns against Scott Walker
John Nichols, Capital Times associate editor
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November 19, 2011
Tens of thousands rally for Walker recall at the Capitol
Clay Barbour, Wisconsin State Journal
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Walker recall coalition: 105K signatures gathered
Associated Press, madison.com
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Scott Walker’s whining about protesters shows his disconnect with Wisconsin
Capital Times editorial
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History isn't on Walker's side
David Schecter: associate professor of political science at California State University in Fresno
Wisconsin State Journal
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November 18, 2011
Walker, outside groups air ads preparing for recall vote
Daniel Bice, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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November 17, 2011
Lawmakers OK wage freeze, new overtime rules for state workers
Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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Elections panel estimates $650,000 state cost for recall efforts
Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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November 16, 2011
Walker says he's not responsible for recall effort against him
Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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Small state unions vote to recertify -
6 groups get support of 96.6% or higher
Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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November 16, 2011
Opponents begin massive effort to recall Gov. Walker
Mary Spicuzza & Clay Barbour, Wisconsin State Journal
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Six unions win recertification elections by wide margins
Steven Verburg, Wisconsin State Journal
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New poll shows majority support Walker recall
Scott Bauer (Associated Press), Wisconsin State Journal
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Wisconsin rallies to recall Walker
Capital Times editorial
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November 15, 2011
Walker recall effort kicks off -
Organizers seeking 600,000 to 700,000 signatures
Jason Stein & Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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March on Walker home caps day of recall activities
Jason Stein & Mike Johnson, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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November 14, 2011
Walker foes kick off recall with pajama parties, 'midnight madness'
Mary Spicuzza & Clay Barbour, Wisconsin State Journal
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November 13, 2011
Gov. Scott Walker recall -
Massive effort's humble start
Mary Spicuzza, Wisconsin State Journal
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What Ohio's election results say about the Scott Walker recall
John Nichols, Capital Times associate editor
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November 11, 2011
Recalls in Arizona and Michigan cap a 2011 recall spree led by Wisconsin
Craig Gilbert, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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November 9, 2011
Opinions differ on what Ohio repeal of union law means for Wisconsin
Jason Stein & Craig Gilbert, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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Recalling Walker is still a bad idea
Ernst-Ulrich Franzen, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Editorial Board
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November 9, 2011
Wisconsin unions encouraged by Ohio vote
Scott Bauer, Associated Press, Wisconsin State Journal
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Ohio voters reject Republican-backed union limits
Julie Carr Smyth, Associated Press, Wisconsin State Journal
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Message sounds across the state: Recall!
Capital Times editorial
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November 8, 2011
Ohio voters reject Republican-backed union limits
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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November 7, 2011
Ohio votes Tuesday in the next big showdown over collective bargaining
Craig Gilbert, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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Editorial: State has come down with case of recall fever -
The average citizen isn't well-served by a recall that targets the governor over a single issue
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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Weight of evidence argues for a recall -
Walker's deceptions and violations of public trust make the attempt to remove him justified.
Mike Tate, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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November 7, 2011
Ugly end to unimpressive session
Wisconsin State Journal editorial
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November 6, 2011
How a poor economy could affect the Scott Walker recall fight
Craig Gilbert, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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November 6, 2011
Capitol Report: Thousands of citizens gear up for Walker recall petition drive
Jessica VanEgeren, The Capital Times
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November 5, 2011
Walker backer forms recall committee, giving governor a funding step up
Clay Barbour, Wisconsin State Journal
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November 4, 2011
First recall effort launched against Walker, triggering unlimited fundraising
Jason Stein & Lee Bergquist, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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November 4, 2011
Capitol Report: Walker recall effort launched unexpectedly; Dems cry foul
Jessica VanEgeren, The Capital Times
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November 3, 2011
Van Hollen says Walker, Kleefisch recalls should be separate
Lee Bergquist, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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November 3, 2011
Time to restrict the 'double-dip'
Wisconsin State Journal editorial
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November 2, 2011
Panel gives top priority to freeway work near Miller Park
Lee Bergquist, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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October 31, 2011
Editorial: Compensation package works for Wisconsin -
The Walker administration's compensation plan for state employees takes a reasonable approach to pay and overtime
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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Another View: Walker's plan creates uncertainty for families
Once again, the governor has chosen to govern in a partisan, adversarial manner.
Rep. Peter Barca, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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October 30, 2011
Poll: Majority don't like Walker's performance, but state residents split on recall
David Wahlberg, Wisconsin State Journal
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October 29, 2011
Bill would set different districts for Senate, Assembly
Patrick Marley & Don Walker, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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October 29, 2011
Capitol Report: Doyle approved raises; Walker and others took them
Jessica VanEgeren, The Capital Times
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October 28, 2011
Beware! The undead still walk in Madison -
Assembly Speaker Jeff Fitzgerald should put a stake in a bad idea for Wisconsin. Why won't he?
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel editorial
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October 28, 2011
Another high-level worker leaves Department of Workforce Development
Dinesh Ramde, (Associated Press), Wisconsin State Journal
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Mary Lazich versus democracy
Capital Times editorial
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October 28, 2011
Our view: Without unions, state charts new course
La Crosse Tribune editorial board
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October 27, 2011
Why Republicans want to use the new legislative maps in 2012 recall fight
Craig Gilbert, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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October 27, 2011
Changes to workplace rules coming for state employees
Mary Spicuzza, Wisconsin State Journal
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State's move to merit pay welcome
Wisconsin State Journal editorial
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Walker's pay plan does not raise his salary
Associated Press, Wisconsin State Journal
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October 26, 2011
State GOP may move up voting-district changes before recalls
Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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Wisconsin voters split on Walker recall in new poll
Craig Gilbert, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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October 26, 2011
Pay plan includes no raises for state workers over next 2 years
Mary Spicuzza & Steven Verburg, Wisconsin State Journal
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Conservative groups launch ad supporting Walker's budget
Associated Press, Wisconsin State Journal
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October 25, 2011
Plan would freeze state workers' wages for two years
Jason Stein & Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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October 24, 2011
Walker names new leader for Department of Workforce Development -
3rd appointment to post made in last 10 months
Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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October 24, 2011
'Double Dipping' in the cross hairs -
Proposals target rehiring of retired public employees
Dee J. Hall, Wisconsin State Journal
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October 23, 2011
Walker's job goal may be tough to meet
Scott Bauer, Associated Press, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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October 23, 2011
Scott Walker’s anti-jobs agenda is stoking the recall fire
John Nichols, Capital Times associate editor
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October 22, 2011
Administration predicts Walker won't meet 250,000 jobs campaign promise
Scott Bauer, Associated Press
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October 21, 2011
Six state unions to vote on whether to retain official status
Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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October 21, 2011
Gov. Walker supports ending ‘double-dipping'
Todd Finkelmeyer, The Capital Times
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October 20, 2011
Walker recall also aims at Kleefisch, but organizers mum on strategy
Mary Spicuzza, Wisconsin State Journal
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State loses jobs again, including 8,400 in local government
Mike Ivey, The Capital Times
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October 19, 2011
Wisconsin agencies told to prepare for more cuts -
Estimate rises $126 million; UW System takes hit
Jason Stein & Karen Herzog, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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Senate recalls would occur in exiting districts, officials decide
Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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UW System, state government face deeper cuts
Jason Stein & Karen Herzog, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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October 19, 2011
Walker’s 'special-interest session' offers more corporate favors
Scot Ross (director of One Wisconsin Now), The Capital Times
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October 19, 2011
Three Lawmakers Propose Cutting Contractor Wages
Ron Nixon, The New York Times
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October 19, 2011
Nassau County, NY Officials Pursue Most Extreme Attack on Collective Bargaining Yet
Kenneth Quinnell, CrooksAndLiars
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October 18, 2011
Democrats assail Walker, GOP jobs agenda
Associated Press, madison.com
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State tells UW System to make additional $65.7M in budget cuts
Deborah Ziff & Mary Spicuzza, Wisconsin State Journal
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Elders must step up to reverse Walker damage
Barbara Quirk, local columnist, The Capital Times
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October 17, 2011
Wisconsin official whose house was raided returns to work -
Archer investigation is part of John Doe probe of Walker's county aides
Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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October 17, 2011
Walker says he exceeded promise on pension, but defends his actions
Scott Bauer (Associated Press) Wisconsin State Journal
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Madison360: In Scott Walker recall, focus on his failures and his deceit
Paul Fanlund, The Capital Times
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October 16, 2011
Recalling Walker & Kleefisch
John Nichols, Capital Times associate editor
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October 15, 2011
The Walker recall fight: marching off into the political unknown
Craig Gilbert, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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October 15, 2011

Phil Hands, Wisconsin State Journal


October 14, 2011
Walker slow to make good on pension campaign promise
Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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October 14, 2011
Walker didn't start paying full cost of pension until August, breaking campaign promise
Scott Bauer (Associated Press) Wisconsin State Journal
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Campaign finance law exemption would allow Walker to raise unlimited cash to fight recall
Clay Barbour, Wisconsin State Journal
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More recalls of GOP, Dem state senators possible
Mary Spicuzza, Wisconsin State Journal
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'Double-dipping' by state workers in the spotlight
Jessica VanEgeren & Todd Finkelmeyer, The Capital Times
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October 13, 2011
Senate Democrats, Republicans to be targeted in round 2 of recalls
Jason Stein & Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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Cut waste and fraud, save budgets
Louise Osborn, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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October 13, 2011
Capitol Report: Dems seek to restore collective bargaining rights
Jessica VanEgeren, The Capital Times
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Wisconsin unions endorse recall drive as a 99 Percent Solution
John Nichols, The Capital Times
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Nearly all state teachers unions without pact seek recertification
Matthew DeFour, Wisconsin State Journal
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Biz Beat: SWIB director to retire in 2012
Mike Ivey, The Capital Times
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Democrats to try more recalls of Wis. GOP senators
Associated Press, madison.com
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October 13, 2011
No Link Between State Budget Deficits and Public Sector Unions
Jon Melegrito, AFSCME blog
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Link to report


October 12, 2011

Walker letter gives the lie to ‘bipartisan’
Dsve Zweifel, Capital Times editor emeritus
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October 11, 2011
Democrats outline plans to recall Gov. Walker
Mary Spicuzza, Wisconsin State Journal
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October 10, 2011
Walker recall effort to get under way Nov. 15 -
Campaign to be coordinated with United Wisconsin
Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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October 10, 2011
Capitol Report: United Wisconsin gearing up to launch Walker recall effort
Jessica VanEgeren, The Capital Times
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October 9, 2011
Gas tax short of covering roads -
New study challenges common claims about transportation funding
Larry Sandler, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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Costs of John Doe probe adding up -
Ex-judge supervising case has earned $36,605 so far
Daniel Bice, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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October 9, 2011
Walker seeks to set rules for recalls
John Nichols, Capital Times associate editor
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October 8, 2011
The hit for state workers
Steven Walters, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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October 7, 2011
State agency spends $60,000 on iPads for all staffers
Daniel Bice, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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October 6, 2011
Walker probe reminiscent of Illinois politics
Chris Rickert, Wisconsin State Journal
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Civil service bends to reward the few
Jill Hynum, Wisconsin State Journal
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October 5, 2011
Fired employee had been caught sleeping at desk, leaving work early
Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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October 5, 2011
Struggling Wisconsinites ask: Where are the jobs with good wages?
Mike Ivey, The Capital Times
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October 4, 2011
Probe outcome could doom Walker
Jay Miller, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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October 4, 2011
One month from start of recall, Scott Walker mired in scandal
John Nichols, Capital Times associate editor
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October 3, 2011
State jobs hotline for businesses produces few leads so far
Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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Editorial: Pay-as-you go roads -
As gas tax revenues decline, the tax becomes an unreliable funding source for Wisconsin highways
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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October 3, 2011
Secret inquiry gets closer to Walker
Dee J. Hall, Marty Spicuzza & Clay Barbour, Wisconsin State Journal
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October 2, 2011

Wisconsin State Journal

Reverse Walker’s job-killing agenda
John Nichols, Capital Times associate editor
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October 1, 2011
Governors surrounded by FOGs
Steven Walters, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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Labor unions are the last voice of the working man
Sherry Schultz, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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October 1, 2011
Senate Dems should prove they can fight when it matters to more than just unions
Chris Rickert, Wisconsin State Journal
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September 30, 2011
Gilkes to leave Walker's staff to head campaign for expected recall attempt
Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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September 30, 2011
Walker chief of staff resigns to head up recall defense
Clay Barbour, Wisconsin State Journal
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Scores of Wis. school unions to try to recertify
Associated Press, madison.com
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September 29, 2011
Most teachers unions plan to recertify under new rules
Erin Richards & Tom Tolan, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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September 28, 2011
Our view: Good government involves all parties
LaCrosse Tribune editorial board
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Editorial: Where's the review of photo ID memo?
Sheboygan Press
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September 27, 2011
Health insurance premiums up 9%, study says
Guy Boulton, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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Walker says he was unaware of aide's immunity deal
Daniel Bice, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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GOP lawmakers consider changes to recall petition process -
Walker could get power over new rules for petition gathering
Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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September 27, 2011
Walker’s ‘bipartisan’ as long as he gets his way
Capital Times editorial
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Robbing workers to pay political cronies
Reps. Pocan, Hulsey, Berceau and Taylor, Democratic members of Wisconsin Assembly, The Capital Times
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September 26, 2011
Editorial: Better answers, please -
The Walker administration owes a fuller explanation of the circumstances surrounding the hiring of Cindy Archer
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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September 25, 2011
Email shows Walker considered pay cut for all public workers
Scott Bauer (Associated Press), Wisconsin State Journal
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FBI targets a key player on Walker’s team
John Nichols, Capital Times associate editor
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September 24, 2011
Spokesman for Walker granted immunity in John Doe probe
Daniel Bice, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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September 24, 2011
Governor's spokesman, 2 others get immunity in John Doe investigation
Scott Bauer, Associated Press, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source


September 23, 2011
Woman interviewed for state job days after it was given to Archer
Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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September 23, 2011
Wisconsin: State Employee contributions hit the lowest paid hardest
Mark E Andersen for Daily KOS Labor
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September 23, 2011
Plain Talk: Walker’s 'we’re broke' doesn’t apply to political appointees
Dave Zweifel, Capital Times editor emeritus
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September 22, 2011
Editorial: Higher recall standards -
A proposal to limit recall elections in Wisconsin makes sense. Right now, as this summer showed, it's too easy. One legislative vote does not justify a recall election
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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September 22, 2011
State no longer required to bargain with largest public unions
Scott Bauer (Associated Press), Wisconsin State Journal
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The epic arrogance of Scott Walker
Capital Times editorial
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Wisconsin's public unions face uncertain future
Associated Press, madison.com
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Analysis breaks down cost of concessions
Associated Press, madison.com
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September 21, 2011
Largest state unions won't seek recertification by Thursday deadline -
Only 4 smaller groups plan to seek recertification votes
Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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September 21, 2011
Legislature should reverse Walker’s cronyism
John Nichols, Capital Times associate editor
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September 20, 2011
New poll reflects divide on bargaining limits
Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Recall cost to government: $2.1 million; amount spent: a record $44 million -
Vos wants Wisconsin to limit recall attempts
Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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September 20, 2011
On Politics: Record $44 million spent on recalls, report says
Mary Spicuzza, Wisconsin State Journal
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Wis. recalls cost $2.1 million
Associated Press, madison.com
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Opionion: Union certification vote is unreasonable
R.K. Rhodes, Madison, Wisconsin State Journal
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September 18, 2011
After FBI raid, why is Walker stonewalling?
John Nichols, Capital Times associate editor
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September 17, 2011
Archer profited when job shifted from civil service to appointment
Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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Corps of Engineers questions Wisconsin rewriting mining laws
Lee Bergquist, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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America's roads, bridges, transit systems are falling apart; who can and will pay to fix them?
Cristina Silva & Joan Lowy, Associated Press
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September 17, 2011
Longtime Walker aide demonstrates some things run deeper than politics
Chris Rickert, Wisconsin State Journal
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September 16, 2011
Walker says he knows nothing about what prompted raid on former aide's home
Dinesh Ramde & Scott Bauer, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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PolitiFact: Testing Walker claim on unions, rejection of his plans
Dave Umhoefer, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


September 16, 2011
Former Walker aide shaken, embarrassed following FBI raid, denies any wrongdoing
Clay Barbour, Wisconsin State Journal
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Opinion: Walker's actions should frighten us all
Daniel Rosenow, The Capital Times
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September 15, 2011
Former Walker aide Archer says she has done nothing wrong -
After FBI raid, she says she didn't lie about John Doe probe
Steve Schultze, Patrick Marley & Daniel Bice, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Unions spent $6.3 million to lobby against Walker bill
Scott Bauer, Associated Press, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


September 15, 2011
Walker silent about raid on agency official's home
Associated Press, madison.com
Link to source

Road builders brew up public support
Bill Lueders (director of Money and Politics Project), The Capital Times
Link to source


September 14, 2011
FBI at home of former top aide to Gov. Walker
Jason Stein, Patrick Marley & Steve Schultze, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Capitol protest security costs approved -
But lawmakers clash over paying Madison officers, Dane deputies
Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


September 14, 2011
Officers, FBI agents search home of former Walker aide
Mary Spicuzza, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source

Budget panel OKs $7.4 million for Capitol protest security
Associated Press, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source

Capitol Report: Monopoly, I mean Scottyopoly, anyone?
Jessica VanEgeren, The Capital Times
Link to source

Opinion: Businesses lose as state employees have less money to spend
Marcia Goodwin, The Capital Times
Link to source


September 13, 2011
Democrats ask state agency to reconsider firing in photo ID flap
Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


September 13, 2011
Bad Business: Billions of Taxpayer Dollars Wasted on Hiring Contractors
POGO - Project On Government Oversight
Link to source


September 12, 2011
Walker aide who took leave already had new state job lined up -
Archer's pay thousands more than predecessor's
Steve Schultze, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

WEAC has its own union troubles
Daniel Bice, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


September 11, 2011
Wisconsin Legislature sets just one work day this month
Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Walker protester honks off troopers
Daniel Bice, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


September 11, 2011
More education needed about positive effects of unions
Chris Rickert, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source


September 10, 2011
Groups have local names, but national money -
Unions funneling millions to 'We are' campaigns in battleground states
Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


September 9, 2011
Capitol Report: Gottlieb defends Department of Transportation policy on voter photo ID
Jessica VanEgeren, The Capital Times
Link to source

Biz Beat: Wisconsin has fewer public workers than most states but pays better
Mike Ivey, The Capital Times
Link to source
Link to report PDF document

Give public workers their due
Katrina vanden Heuvel (editor and publisher of The Nation), The Capital Times
Link to source

Mailbag: Federal employees: Don’t envy state ones
Nicole Borland, madison.com 
Link to source


September 8, 2011
State employee fired after telling co-workers about photo ID policy
Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Republican criticizes DOT on photo ID policy
Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


September 8, 2011
State worker fired after email about free IDs
Mary Spicuzza, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source

Capitol Report: State says employee’s email about voter ID law wasn’t only thing that got him fired
Jessica VanEgeren, The Capital Times
Link to source


September 8, 2011
Sham Firing Of Chris Larsen Underscores Stench In Governor Walker’s Administration
Caffeinated Politics
Link to source


September 7, 2011
DMV employees told not to volunteer information on free IDs
Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Elections official: Van Hollen should weigh in on recall petitions
Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


September 7, 2011
Top DOT official tells staff not to mention free voter ID cards to the public — unless they ask
Jessica VanEgeren & Shawn Doherty, The Capital Times
Link to source


September 6, 2011
Wisconsin Unions Celebrate Holiday Despite Bruising Year -
Celebrations Occur After Protests Failed To Stop Legislation
Channel3000.com
Link to source


September 5, 2011
Some nonunion government workers get pay increases to offset pension contributions
Mike Johnson, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


September 5, 2011
Unions more alert since law passed
Judy Newman, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source

Labor Day 2011 -
Wisconsin unions still committed to mission
Judy Newman, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source

Pension changes challenge labor
Steve Early, Progressive Media Project, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source

Unions improve wages, quality of life for everyone
Rep. Chris Taylor (Democratic member of Assembly), The Capital Times
Link to source


Plain Talk: Unions may be down today, but better hope they aren't out
Dave Zweifel, Capital Times editor emeritus
Link to source


September 4, 2011
Labor losses prompt a change in strategy -
Unions have lost much but have sharpened their focus
Bill Glauber & Don Walker, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


September 4, 2011
A Labor Day message: The way forward
Phil Neuenfeldt, president, Wisconsin AFL-CIO, The Capital Times
Link to source

Opportunity disguised as union hurdle
Chris Rickert, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source


September 3, 2011
Prosser tempered ruling on bargaining -
Majority sought to rule measure appropriately passed, published
Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

America's workers need a voice in the workplace
Hilda L. Solis (U.S. Secretary of Labor), Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


September 3, 2011
Struggles past and present make for two fine Labor Day reads
Dave Zweifel, Capital Times editor emeritus
Link to source


September 1, 2011
Walker campaign pays $60,000 to Milwaukee firm
Daniel Bice, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

August 31, 2011
Audit says state informational website is of limited value
Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Wisconsin teacher retirements double in wake of new law
Associated Press, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Debate over federal health law still raging
Walker's officials cherry-pick report
Robert Kraig, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


August 31, 2011
State union leader ask Wis. governor for meeting
Associated Press, madison.com
Link to source

Study: State contract website of 'limited use'
Todd Richmond, Associated Press, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source

Biz Beat: State pension chief raps GOP Legislature, steps down 
Mike Ivey, The Capital Times 
Link to source


August 30, 2011
Editorial: Full disclosure needed -
The recall elections made clear why Wisconsin needs strong campaign finance disclosure rules
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


August 29, 2011
Unions change course on recertification votes -
WEAC will leave decision to locals
Jason Stein & Erin Richards, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


August 28, 2011
Age, wage to play big roles in health cost
Guy Boulton, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Wisconsin schools alter sick-leave plans -
Districts cut back on benefit to save money
Erin Richards, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


August 27, 2011
Would governor recall be a package deal? -
Accountability board researching whether a Walker ticket would include Kleefisch
Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Next up: A Walker recall?
Steven Walters, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


August 26, 2011
Democrats will rely on actions - not words -
The governor has shown no bipartisan desire so far
Sen. Mark Miller, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


August 26, 2011
Public employees begin seeing smaller paychecks
Dean Mosiman, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source


August 25, 2011
13 protesters arrested, carried out of Capitol rotunda -
Scene recalls massive protests of last year over Gov. Scott Walker's legislation repealing most collective bargaining for public workers
Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


August 25, 2011
March with AFSCME for labor rights and democracy
John Nichols, Capital Times associate editor
Link to source

GOP hypocrisy on payroll tax astounding
Harold Meyerson, national columnist, The Capital Times
Link to source


August 25, 2011
Rick Perry Sought State Profits From Teacher Life Insurance Scheme
Huffington Post
Link to source


August 24, 2011
Editorial: Share Hire outside counsel -
The state hasn't been very helpful in providing guidance to Milwaukee on the impact of the collective bargaining law. The city should hire private attorneys to resolve its questions.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


August 24, 2011
Jason Hughes: There’s no incentive to be state worker
The Capital Times
Link to source


August 23, 2011
Union sues for pay lost in furloughs
Ed Treleven, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source

Assembly Minority Leader Peter Barca: How to bring Wisconsin together again
Peter Barca (Assembly minority leader and Democratic rep.), The Capital Times
Link to source


August 22, 2011
Impact of union measure takes hold -
Two grad student groups vote to drop official status
Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

After mixed success in recalls, Democrats reflect on what's next
Bill Glauber, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


August 22, 2011
Collective bargaining law -
New coinsurance payment will cost state workers, retirees
Clay Barbour, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source


August 21, 2011
Barrett gets little clarity on pension law -
Walker lawyer's opinion clashes with city counsel on workers' contribution
Larry Sandler, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


August 21, 2011
After recall elections, collaboration is key for Legislature
Mary Spicuzza, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source

Walker spent $59K on travel, about same as Doyle
Associated Press, madison.com
Link to source


August 20, 2011
Legal fees soar for Wisconsin taxpayers over bargaining, redistricting -
GOP skips bids, pays up to $395 per hour
Jason Stein & Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

The season of the recall ends -
A rebuke to Walker, even if effort fell short
Janice M. Eisen, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


August 20, 2011
Public employees deserve thanks for helping county cut health costs
Capital Times editorial
Link to source


August 19, 2011
Madison teachers union files lawsuit challenging constitutionality of collective bargaining law
Ed Treleven, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source


August 18, 2011
Wisconsin loses 12,500 private-sector jobs in July -
Walker blames turmoil in economy, uncertainty created by recall elections
John Schmid, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


August 18, 2011
Walker takes a new path — the political middle
Clay Barbour, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source

Capitol Report: Amid bad jobs news, Walker donor gets economic boost from state
Jessica VanEgeren, The Capital Times
Link to source


August 18, 2011
Wisconsin state employees brace for lower paychecks -
Will newly cash-strapped workers opt to pay union dues?
Judith Davidoff, Isthmus Daily Page
Link to source


August 18, 2011
More jobs? Walker takes credit; Fewer jobs? It's national trend
Uppity Wisconsin
Link to source


August 17, 2011
Senate GOP faces new reality -
Now with narrower majority, Republican senators tout teamwork, jobs
Patrick Marley & Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

DNR to get more autonomy, staff -
Changes aim to make agency more responsive to public
Lee Bergquist, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Summing up the Wisconsin recalls (by the numbers) 
Craig Gilbert, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


August 16, 2011
Wirch, Holperin win Senate recalls; GOP retains 17-16 majority
Tom Tolan, Lee Bergquist & Georgia Pabst, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


August 16, 2011
Democrats hope to hold ground in final 2 Senate recalls
Scott Bauer (Associated Press), Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source

Under threat of losing millions, state decides against using private workers for food assistance program
Jessica VanEgeren, The Capital Times
Link to source

Berceau is right to call Walker out as the paranoid big spender he is
Capital Times editorial
Link to source

How the ALEC corporate bill mill works
Brendan Fisher (Center for Media and Democracy law fellow), The Capital Times
Link to source


August 15, 2011
WEAC issues layoff notices for 40% of staff
Erin Richards, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

After dramatic summer, recall races take final bow
Tom Tolan, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


August 15, 2011
Teachers union layoffs could be bellwether for other public employee unions
Deborah Ziff & Steven Verburg, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source

Union-busting laws prompt WEAC to cut 40 percent of workforce
Steven Elbow, The Capital Times
Link to source

There’s a false ring to Walker’s attempt to make nice
Dave Zweifel, Capital Times editor emeritus
Link to source


August 14, 2011
Recalls are changing the Capitol
John Nichols, Capital Times associate editor
Link to source


August 13, 2011
Wisconsin is a 50/50 state once more
Craig Gilbert, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Handbooks replace union contracts in Wisconsin schools
Erin Richards, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


August 12, 2011
State will switch to public workers for FoodShare program
Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


August 12, 2011
Unions' lobbying expenses skyrocket
Bill Lueders, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source


August 11, 2011
State teachers union tops list of biggest lobbying groups for 2009-10, report shows
Scott Bauer, Associated Press, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source

What's News: Expect a Walker recall election to happen, and expect it to be really close
Chris Murphy, The Capital Times
Link to source


August 10, 2011
Walker says he'll focus on bipartisanship, jobs -
Wisconsin governor calls recall winners, stresses cooperation
Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Can Republicans tighten grasp on government? -
If Democrats win next week's recalls, then Walker and GOP will have tougher time
Patrick Marley & Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Republicans take 4 of 6 in recall elections, hold Senate -
Both sides see victories in hard-fought contests
Tom Tolan & Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Was Tuesday's big recall turnout too big for Democrats?
Craig Gilbert, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Winners and losers in Tuesday's election
Daniel Bice, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Editorial: After the voting -
The split decision Tuesday doesn't say much about voters' views on Gov. Scott Walker's agenda. But it does show both sides remain highly energized
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


August 10, 2011
Republicans hold off Dems in recalls, win enough seats to keep majority in Senate
Clay Barbour & Mary Spicuzza, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source

GOP holds on to Senate, but Walker recall hopes still strong, opponents say
Jessica VanEgeren, The Capital Times
Link to source


August 9, 2011
Walker signs legislation to redraw district boundaries -
Governor privately signs redistricting bill during election day
Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


August 9, 2011
Voters get say in high-stakes recall elections
Scott Bauer, Associated Press, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source

Walker signs bills redrawing political boundaries
Associated Press, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source

Recall FAQ: Everything you need to know about Tuesday's elections
John Nichols, Capital Times associate editor
Link to source

ALEC conferees uptight in the Big Easy
Eric Carlson (Center for Media and Democracy reporter), Capital Times
Link to source


August 8, 2011
Historic recall elections put spotlight on Wisconsin
Jason Stein & Tom Tolan, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


August 8, 2011
Final push on in advance of 6 recall elections 
Associated Press, madison.com
Link to source

Check and balance Walker before he chases more jobs away
Capital Times editorial
Link to source


August 7, 2011
Recall elections won't affect union bargaining -
But a new Senate could take on health care, vouchers
Jason Stein & Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


August 7, 2011
Nation watches as Wisconsin prepares for recalls Tuesday
Mary Spicuzza, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source

Alberta Darling delivers for out-of-state billionaires
John Nichols, Capital Times associate editor
Link to source


August 7, 2011
Thirty years later, Reagan's Patco strikebreaking still shapes our economy
Laura Clawson for Daily Kos Labor
Link to source


August 6, 2011
Policies working, state is on track
Scott Walker, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

A battering of the middle class
Scot Ross, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


August 4, 2011
State puts brakes on plan to close DMV sites
Emma Roller, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Senator says Walker 'decoyed' him into missing chance to offer amendment
Dave Umhoefer & Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


August 3, 2011
Money on a mission -
Out-of-state groups send in cash to deliver recall message
Jessica VanEgeren, The Capital times
Link to source

Republicans sink to new low with unemployment benefits waiting period
Rep. Peter Barca (Assembly Democratic leader), The Capital Times
Link to source


August 2, 2011
State to repay malpractice fund Wednesday
Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Unions raise $9.7 million to help Democrats in recalls
Tom Tolan, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


August 2, 2011
Obama signs debt bill after final Senate vote 
Andrew Taylor, Associated Press, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source

Gov. Walker, David Koch and the charges of voter suppression
John Nichols, Capital Times associate editor 
Link to source


August 1, 2011
Editorial: Necessary - and bad -
The agreement to raise the nation's debt ceiling does little to control the long-term drivers of the deficit.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


August 1, 2011
Madison360: Recalls aside, give GOP puppet masters an A+
Paul Fanlund, The Capital Times
Link to source

July 31, 2011
Obama, Republicans seal deal to avert national default, raise federal debt limit, cut spending
David Espo (AP Special Correspondent), Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


July 31, 2011
In recall campaigns, union is a dirty word — on both sides
Scott Bauer, Associated Press, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source

Can't blame WEAC for not trusting Walker on school accountability
Chris Rickert, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source

Unemployment spikes under Walker, GOP
John Nichols, Capital Times associate editor
Link to source


July 30, 2011
Darling, Pasch race at apex of recall efforts
Steve Schultze & Tom Tolan, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


July 30, 2011
Public unions make push for membership dues as automatic payments end
Steven Verburg, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source


July 29, 2011
Recall elections awash in outside spending -
National groups bring millions to Senate recall campaigns
Tom Tolan, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Priebus says RNC 'all in' on recalls
Associated Press, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


July 29, 2011
Walker OKs up to $500K in legal fees on collective bargaining bill
Bill Lueders (Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism), madison.com
Link to source

Groups ramping up efforts in Republican recalls 
Associated Press, madison.com
Link to source

Plain Talk: The real reasons the GOP shuns trains
Dave Zweifel, Cap Times editor emeritus
Link to source


July 28, 2011
Recall campaigns aren't focusing on collective bargaining
Patrick Marley & Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


July 28, 2011
Can unions reboot for the 21st century? -
The public's sympathy doesn't mean it supports the old labor agenda
Marc Eisen, Isthmus-The Daily Page
Link to source


July 25, 2011
Walker allows new legislative mapping, doesn't OK actual maps yet
Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

State could continue U.S. programs for 3 months -
Memo examines effects of possible federal failure
Emma Roller, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

For Olsen, Clark it's all about state budget
Meg Jones, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


July 25, 2011

Wisconsin State Journal


July 23, 2011
A demonstration of state priorities -
Education, programs for the poor took a hit
Andy Feldman, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Editorial: Change the system -
Republican legislators have created a state redistricting plan that is purely political. It's time for an independent commission.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


July 23, 2011
GOP job counters need a math lesson
Mike Ivey, The Capital Times
Link to source


July 22, 2011
City workers could see higher health insurance premiums
Rustin Fakheri, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

WEAC says no to task force -
Union declines role in governor's panel on assessing school quality
Erin Richards, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


July 22, 2011
Walker: Tourism helps Wisconsin add 9,500 jobs in June
Dinesh Ramde, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source

Corporate America’s chokehold on wages
Harold Meyerson (editor-at-large of American Prospect), The Capital Times
Link to source

Teachers will not join Walker in education effort
Associated Press, madison.com
Link to source


July 22, 2011
Reality Check: State Gains Jobs But Sees Unemployment Increase -
Job Numbers, Employment Numbers Come From 2 Separate Surveys
Channel3000.com
Link to source


July 22, 2011
Oh Sure!
Ed Garvey, Garveyblog
Link to source


July 21, 2011
Milwaukee County workers could pay more for benefits
Steve Schultze, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

State reports a gain of 12,900 private-sector jobs
John Schmid, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


July 21, 2011
Connecting the dots: Center for Media and Democracy tracks ALEC’s vast legislative influence
Mary Bottari (Center for Media & Democracy), The Capital Times
Link to source

Shadowy group thinks for Walker, Fitzgerald
John Nichols, Capital Times associate editor
Link to source

Capitol Report: Second round of insurance cost hikes unveiled for state workers
Jessica VanEgeren, The Capital Times
Link to source


July 20, 2011
Walker raises $2.5 million in first half of 2011 -
Aggressive fundraising shows Walker is readying himself for a possible recall
Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


July 20, 2011
Walker's train fiasco proves it was all politics
Mike Ivey, The Capital Times 
Link to source

Stop rigging state’s political maps
Wisconsin State Journal editorial 
Link to source

Walker announces fund transfer settlement 
Associated Press, madison.com
Link to source


July 19, 2011
Hansen retains Senate seat in recall, defeats VanderLeest
Lee Bergquist, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Senate approves new legislative districts
Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Trains cost Wisconsin taxpayers millions
Larry Sandler & Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


July 19, 2011
Walker raises $2.5 million in first half of year
Associated Press, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source

Wisconsin Senate passes redistricting bills
Associated Press, madison.com
Link to source

Walker tries to lie his way out of political mess he’s made
John Nichols, Capital Times associate editor
Link to source


July 18, 2011
3 Senate districts set for recall elections Tuesday
Tom Tolan, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


July 18, 2011
Transparent checkbook a good idea
Wisconsin State Journal editorial
Link to source

How does GOP define ‘integrity’?
Rick Horowitz, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source


July 17, 2011
The ad wars heat up in the Wisconsin recall campaigns 
Craig Gilbert, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


July 17, 2011
GOP maps warp state democracy
John Nichols, Capital Times associate editor
Link to source


July 16, 2011
Walker says he wants to work with Democrats
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Public workers retire in droves
Steven Walters, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

One general, two primary elections in Democratic districts set for Tuesday
Tom Tolan, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


July 15, 2011
Walker plans ahead in case U.S. fails to resolve debt crisis -
Governor orders review to determine what state services would be at risk
Jason Stein & Emma Roller, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


July 15, 2011
Wis. Senate panel passes GOP redistricting plan
Associated Press, madison.com
Link to source




July 14, 2011
More details of state spending coming to website
Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Editorial: Same rules for all -
The state Supreme Court has said it cannot enforce the open meetings law against the Legislature.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


July 14, 2011
Center for Media and Democracy's Brendan Fischer: ALEC and ‘tort reform'
Brendan Fischer,law fellow, Center for Media and Democracy
The Capital Times
Link to source

'Manipulation of power' alleged as redistricting hearing puts heat on GOP
Mary Spicuzza, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source

John Nichols: How ‘fake Democrats’ strategy blew up on GOP
John Nichols, Capital Times associate editor
Link to source


July 13, 2011
Parties joust over Wisconsin redistricting plan -
Legislative hearings held as GOP fast-tracks proposals
Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Liberal organization links Wisconsin bills to Koch-funded group
Daniel Bice, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Voter poll shows discontent; blame for recall cost aired -
Politics reignite for next phase of Wisconsin Senate recalls
Tom Tolan & Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

The loss of competition in the GOP's Wisconsin redistricting plan
Craig Gilbert, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


July 13, 2011
Poll: 59 percent disapprove of Gov. Walker's performance
Carrie Antlfinger, Associated Press, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source

Redistricting? No, Fitzwalkermandering
Capital Times editorial
Link to source


July 12, 2011
6 fake Democrats fall, setting stage for GOP recalls
Tom Tolan, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Editorial: Fitzmandering -
The primary goal of the Republican redistricting plan is to win elections, not to provide balanced districts.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


July 12, 2011
Fake Democrats lose in Wis. primary recalls
Associated Press, madison.com
Link to source

Wis. Dem senators have cash advantage in recalls
Associated Press, madison.com
Link to source


July 12, 2011
Commission targets state overtime pay
Richard Moore, The Lakeland Times
Link to source


July 11, 2011
Primaries will gauge voter interest in recalls -
Six races to pit Democratic challengers with protest candidates
Tom Tolan, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

How the GOP redistricting plan protects 3 Republican state senators
Craig Gilbert, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


July 10, 2011
Was senator threatened on budget vote?
Daniel Bice, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


July 10, 2011
State gears up for recall season opener
Clay Barbour, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source


July 9, 2011
With Walker, it's clear which groups he favors
Michael Rosen (MATC), Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Once again, political football
Steven Walters, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


July 9, 2011
Democrats cry foul over Republican redistricting maps
Clay Barbour & Mary Spicuzza, Wisconsin State Journal
Link to source


July 8, 2011
Report critiques state response to collective-bargaining protests -
Report says Capitol lacked clear chain of command at protests
Don Walker, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

GOP redistricting maps make dramatic changes -
Critic calls redrawing of districts 'shameful gerrymandering'; backers say they're just doing jobs
Jason Stein & Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


July 7, 2011
Editorial: A worthy fight -
The governor's task force on waste, fraud and abuse is doing important work and has come up with some good recommendations. But it needs to be inclusive
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


July 7, 2011
Second federal lawsuit filed over union law
Associated Press, madison.com
Link to source

Opinion: Why hasn’t Prosser been charged?
George Mickelson, The Capital Times
Link to source


July 7, 2011
Second Federal Lawsuit Filed Over Union Law -
Two Labor Unions File Suit
WISC Channel3000.com
Link to source


July 6, 2011
Recall incumbents were allowed to receive unlimited donations while writing budget
Jason Stein & Patrick Marley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Donors to Walker's campaign exceeded limit, group says
Emma Roller, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Two Democrats raise more than their GOP challengers in recall elections
Tom Tolan, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


July 6, 2011
Donors to Walker accused of breaking finance law
Associated Press 
Link to source

Madison360: Walker donor gets personal bill-signing
Paul Fanlund, The Capital Times 
Link to source

Americans refuse to surrender their rights
Capital Times editorial 
Link to source


July 5, 2011
Panel suggests changes could save Wisconsin millions
Jason Stein, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source
Link to document PDF


July 5, 2011
Wis. waste panel identifies millions in savings 
Associated Press, madison.com
Link to source


July 5, 2011
Commission Recommends Changes To DOT Cost Analysis -
DOT Outsourcing Costs Under Scrutiny
WISC Channel3000.com
Link to source


July 5, 2011
Letter to Gov. Walker regarding waste, fraud and abuse
Sen. Chris Larson & Rep. Mark Pocan
Link to source PDF


July 2, 2011
First round in Senate recall elections draws near
Tom Tolan, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Committee supporting Democrats in recalls raises $4 million in six weeks
Tom Tolan, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source

Debate over the budget continues: The facts don't support Republican rhetoric
Sen. Kathleen Vinehout, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Link to source


July 2, 2011
NJ paves way on tightening public worker benefits
Associated Press, madison.com
Link to source


July 1, 2011
Wis. judge rules against Nygren in recall lawsuit
Associated Press. madison.com
Link to source

Plain Talk: With redistricting, GOP aims to stack the deck
Dave Zweifel, Capital Times editor emeritus
Link to source

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