State Politics
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WI-born veteran, congressman calls out Van Orden for Trump support
US Rep. Jason Crow, a Colorado native who was born and raised in Wisconsin, says fellow veteran and Rep. Derrick Van Orden failed veterans and the President’s new war with Iran isn’t what Wisconsinites want.
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7 moments that defined Wisconsin’s labor movement
Wisconsin has been home to strong union advocates since the nineteenth century, but their path hasn’t always been easy.
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11 mind-boggling facts about Wisconsin
You may think you know all about the Badger State, but there are some facts about Wisconsin that are truly surprising, even to long-time Wisconsinites.
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Question of the Week: Which way to fund schools?
Recently, there’s been a lot of debate over the way we fund a good K-12 education. How would you design it? It’s our newsletter question of the week for March 1, 2026.
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Here’s your ‘Do Something!’ calendar for February 27-March 5
Looking to plug in this week? From lobbying for public education at the state capitol to attending candidate forums, rallying for democracy, and ICE protests in Wisconsin, there are plenty of ways to get involved.
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How this ‘red’ county picked up election wins with a little ‘blue’ research help
It’s not always clear which candidates in non-partisan races align with your values, but a little homework, according to Blue Sky Waukesha County, goes a long way.
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Maria Lazar’s bizarre court election strategy: Take a hard right
Wisconsin supreme court candidate Maria Lazar recent appearances make it even harder to appeal to moderate voters in the 2026 Wisconsin Supreme Court election.
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Question of the Week: Wisconsin after Evers and Vos retire
Assembly Speaker Robin Vos has announced he will not run for reelection this fall. Neither is Gov. Tony Evers. After eight years of butting heads, what’s next? It’s our newsletter Question of the Week for February 22.
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Assembly Speaker Robin Vos is leaving the Legislature
Robin Vos, Wisconsin’s longest-serving speaker used discipline, fundraising, and gerrymandered maps to cement a Republican majority for 12 years.
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OPINION: Will Congress prioritize affordability in 2026? Wisconsin is watching
Congressional Republicans Derrick Van Orden and Bryan Steil need to prioritize affordability for Wisconsin families.
