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Posted inGovernment, Undemocratic: Secrecy and Power vs. The People

Photo essay: Wisconsin’s frenetic lame duck session

by Coburn Dukehart / Wisconsin Watch and Emily Hamer December 5th, 2018December 7th, 2018 Why you can trust WisconsinWatch.org

The Legislature held an extraordinary session to push through a series of fast-tracked bills before Gov. Scott Walker leaves office.

Posted inScott Walker's Wisconsin, WisWatch Blog

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Posted inGovernment, Health & Welfare, Justice & Safety, Under the Influence

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by Bill Lueders November 10th, 2014July 29th, 2016
Posted inMoney & Politics Column

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Posted inWisWatch Blog

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