Guest Blog: Why I am strongly supporting Kathleen Falk for governor in the Wisconsin primary

The following is a guest blog written by Jenni Dye. In the past year, I’ve shared a lot of my thoughts about Wisconsin politics in bursts of 140 characters or less via my alter ego, @legaleagle. But some things are too important to sum up in so few words – like why I am strongly [...]

Your Wisconsin Union Passover Seder Guide

Spotted over at McSweeney’s, this delightful piece, just in time for Passover, comes from humorist Ann Imig and is reprinted with her permission.

Set a small rectangular table next to a larger square table, or any seat configuration that most resembles a blue fist.

Pass the hand-washing bowl around the Seder-fist table, and reminisce about [...]

Sen. Kathleen Vinehout: Investing in Our Human Potential Yields the Biggest Returns

The following is an opinion column written by Democratic State Sen. Kathleen Vinehout, a candidate for governor in the recall election against Republican Gov. Scott Walker. Investing in Our Human Potential Yields the Biggest Returns

By

Senator Kathleen Vinehout

Last year Wisconsin had nearly the [...]

“Election Expert” Kevin Binversie declares Voter ID law ‘A-OK.’

The following is a guest entry written by Eric Basile.

‘Election Expert’ Kevin Binversie declares Voter ID law ‘A-OK.’

Kevin Binversie – serial reality-denier, Republican thug apologist, and self-appointed election expert – is back again with a column hyping the results of the February 21 primary election as validation that Wisconsin voter ID requirements are [...]

“The Contract” by Brian

 Reprinted with permission from Badger Blue, Times Two.

There is a contract you enter into with society when you become a police officer.  You sign up for the job with the full understanding that you will never be wealthy.  You accept the fact that you will work nights, weekends, and holidays.  You will work in the [...]

An open letter from Erika Hotchkiss

Here’s a letter to the editor from Erika Hotchkiss, the owner of Tuvalu Coffeehouse & Gallery and a candidate for the Dane County Board of Supervisors. LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Since the beginning of the recall effort I have received many messages and phone calls both in support and in opposition to Tuvalu’s participation in [...]

The GOP priority: Their Job, Not Yours

The GOP priority: Their Job, Not Yours By Democratic State Rep. Brett Hulsey

Rep. Robin Vos (R-Burlington) is pushing a major constitutional change to protect Wisconsin jobs. A fairly diverse group of Wisconsinites hold these jobs. Employees commute from all over the state to come to their offices, and the interview process leading up [...]

Guest blog by Peter Barca: Governor Walker’s budget is law. Now what?

The following is a guest blog from Democratic Assembly Minority Leader Peter Barca of Kenosha:

Governor Walker’s budget is law. Now what?

By State Rep. Peter Barca

The budget signed into law today by Gov. Walker that shamelessly attacks Wisconsin’s shared values and middle class families is certainly a dark chapter in our state’s proud [...]

Wisconsin Legislature Allows Hidden Guns while Voting Against Officer Safety and Common-Sense Safety Measures

The following is a guest blog authored by Democratic State Rep. Brett Hulsey, who represents the 77th Assembly District. Wisconsin Legislature Allows Hidden Guns while Voting Against Officer Safety and Common-Sense Safety Measures

By Representative Brett Hulsey

GOP legislators delivered a one-two punch to local law enforcement officers over the last several days. Tuesday, the [...]

Guest Blog: Fox News & Glenn Beck part ways

This is a guest blog by none other than contributor Steve Carlson:

Paul Ryan’s good buddy Glenn Beck has fallen on hard times. It looks as though Beck’s lunatic run on Fox News is coming to an end.

Beck entertained Congressman Paul Ryan on his radio show last April and told Ryan he loved him [...]