Thursday, May 23, 2013
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker could appeal to both social and fiscal conservatives, making him a candidate to "fear" in the Iowa Caucuses, progressives warn.
West Des Moines, Iowa — Amid growing speculation that Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker is testing GOP presidential waters in Iowa and elsewhere, progressive activists warned Thursday at a rally here that a Walker presidency would be “terrifying" and disastrous to middle-class families. Walker hasn’t said he’s a candidate, but his appearance Thursday at a Republican fundraiser in Iowa’s largest county, as well as a handful of appearances in the Northeast and before powerful conservative groups, suggest that he’s at least considering a 2016 run for the Republican presidential nomination. The “Scott Walker Truth Squad,” as activists from Progress Iowa and One Wisconsin Now call themselves, told reporters at a news conference that Walker has the …
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Our sister Patch in West Des Moines, Iowa, reports that a Scott Walker “Truth Squad” plans to rally ahead of Wisconsin governor’s appearance before Republican activists.
West Des Moines, Iowa — Advocacy groups for progressives in Iowa and Wisconsin are holding “Scott Walker Truth Squad” in advance of the Wisconsin governor’s appearance Thursday at a Polk County Republican Fundraiser, one of several of appearances before GOP activists that point to a possible presidential run in 2016. Advisers to Walker say he’s returning a favor to Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad, who hosted a fundraiser in Dubuque, Iowa, for the embattled Wisconsin governor during his 2012 recall election, the Washington Post reported. Even if Walker’s advisers are telling it like it is, and that Walker’s appearance with Branstad is just a little quid pro quo among political friends, the pre-banquet rally by Progress Iowa and One Wisconsin Now …
Tuesday, April 23, 2013
Speculation aside, Larry Sabato, a well-known political scientist lays out his argument for Gov. Scott Walker being a top-tier candidate for Republican nomination for president in 2016.
The signs that Gov. Scott Walker is laying the groundwork for a possible presidential run are clear, but still speculative. And that speculation may be intensifying as Larry Sabato, a well-known political scientist, has declared Walker a top-tier candidate for Republican nominee for president in 2016 — right up there with New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie and Sen. Marco Rubio of Florida. Walker is writing a book about his governorship, which may become a resume of sorts and is planning to address conservatives in Iowa at the invitation of Gov. Terry Branstad in May. He also was one of the key speakers at the Conservative Political Action Conference in March. And, according to Politico, “he wouldn’t commit to serving throughout a second four-…
Sunday, April 7, 2013
Incumbent Village President Ron Coutts loses his seat to Bob Bradley. Two incumbents on the Village Board—Jim Dobbs and Kevin Wanggaard—keep their seats. And David Prott returns to the Village Board after having been gone for a few years.
Wednesday, April 3, 2013
In order to spend $49 million of taxpayers' money, Racine, Kenosha and Walworth counties would have had to have a majority of voters approve the referendum Tuesday. But that didn't happen.
Residents from Kenosha, Racine and Walworth counties shot down a $49 million referendum for Gateway Technical College on Tuesday, according to a story in The Journal Times. The money would have been used on several construction projects, including a $15.6 million public safety training facility, and a $13.5 million expansion and renovation project at the campus in Elkhorn. Gateway president Bryan Albrecht told the Journal Times: “It’s disappointing that the referendum didn’t go our way but we continue to be strong advocates for Gateway and our students." The referendum would have only passed if all three counties had a majority of voters support it.
Tuesday, April 2, 2013
Wondering how the village voted in regional and statewide elections? We've got the Caledonia breakdown for you right here.
Elections have been big in Caledonia, and while there were no huge names or races on today's ballot, the elections still brought the voters out. Here's how the village voted: Wisconsin Supreme Court Caledonia voters went for Pat Roggensack, the winner in the statewide election. State Superintendent of Public Instruction Caledonia voters supported Don Pridemore, the loser in the statewide election. Racine Unified School Board Caledonia voters stood behind Julie McKenna, Michael Frontier and Robert Wittke Jr in the Racine Unified School Board race. Overall, incumbents Chris Eperjesy and Julie McKenna, plus newcomer Michael Frontier won seats on the School Board. Caledonia Village Board Caledonia voters elected a new village president, …
Incumbent candidates Julie McKenna, Christopher Eperjesy and newcomer Michael Frontier are the three top vote-getters and will take seats on the Racine Unified School Board.
With all precincts reporting, Racine Unified School Board incumbents Chris Eperjesy and Julie McKenna, plus newcomer Michael Frontier came out on top. Frontier garnered more votes than either incumbent and said he's a little overwhelmed by the results of the election. "It's quite an honor, and I'm a little overwhelmed," he said. "I'm looking forward to serving the community." He also wanted to point out the risk the rest of the candidates took by running for school board and to acknowledge their efforts. "I want to commend all the people for running," Frontier added. "It's so important that people take the risk to take on the challenges to make our community stronger." Kristie Formolo, even though she didn't make the cut, said she had a …
Justice Pat Roggensack defeats Ed Fallone in race for Wisconsin Supreme Court, while Tony Evers beats Don Pridemore for state superintendent of schools.
State Supreme Court Justice Pat Roggensack defeated challenger Ed Fallone Tuesday in her bid for a second 10-year term on the Wisconsin Supreme Court. Meanwhile, Superintendent of Schools Tony Evers withstood a challenge from Republican state Rep. Don Pridemore in the only other contested statewide race on the ballot. Roggensack was declared the winner by the Associated Press shortly before 10 p.m. Tuesday. As of midnight, with 88 percent of the statewide vote counted, she had 57 percent of the vote to Fallone's 42 percent, according to election results from WISN 12 News. The race for Wisconsin's top education post wasn't as close. With 88 percent of the statewide vote counted as of midnight, Evers had 61 percent of the vote, with …
Incumbent Village President Ron Coutts loses his seat to Bob Bradley. Two incumbents on the Village Board—Jim Dobbs and Kevin Wanggaard—keep their seats. And David Prott returns to the Village Board after having been gone for a few years.
Bob Bradley has unseated incumbent Village President Ron Coutts, in Tuesday's election. He is the only challenger to have successfully unseated an incumbent. In the trustee races, incumbents Jim Dobbs and Kevin Wanggaard have kept their seats, and David Prott will join them on the board. Prott previously served on the Board in 2005. “I’m excited, honored and humbled," Bradley said. "I hope that I can live up to everyone’s expectations. But I also appreciate all of the hard work Ron has done over the years. Hopefully I can fill his shoes.” Once in office, Bradley plans to focus his attention on getting water out to Interstate 94 to help attract development. He also intends to work with the Caledonia Historical Society and the Caledonia …
Monday, April 1, 2013
From knowing who's on the ballot to what they stand for and where to cast a ballot, Patch has everything voters need to know before heading to the polls.
David Tatarowicz
5:29 pm on Saturday, May 25, 2013
@DH The Republicans have tried 37 times to repeal Obama Care and it is still with us. I have seen reports that Health Care Costs are "dropping" as a result of some of the provisions in Obamacare --- and even my good Republican and Conservative friends who were all against it at first, are now starting to find that when they take their eyes off the forest and look at the trees, they like the … more ›