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People gather at night outside a lit domed building with illuminated letters spelling “RESPECT MY VOTE” next to a sidewalk.

Forward, Government

Wisconsin Democrats say they won’t act like Republicans if they win a legislative majority in 2026

by Brittany Carloni / Wisconsin Watch December 22, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

When Republicans swept into power in 2011, they passed laws to cripple Democrats. As the pendulum swings the other way, what might happen in 2027?

Rep. Scott Krug

State Rep. Scott Krug emerges as GOP’s voice of pragmatism on Wisconsin election policy

by Alexander Shur / Votebeat September 24, 2025September 24, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

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From one circus to another: Professional clown serving in Wisconsin Legislature

by Peter Cameron / The Badger Project August 13, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers signs budget in early morning to secure Medicaid funds

by Scott Bauer / Associated Press July 3, 2025July 3, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

A person wearing a cap reading "Alaska" is indoors with framed pictures and shelves out of focus in the background.

‘Just plain old Larry’: A Wisconsin man’s testimony about gender-affirming care went viral. Here’s his story.

by Hallie Claflin / Wisconsin Watch March 24, 2025April 3, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Tony Kurtz looks back at another lawmaker

Republican lawmakers diverge on future of conservation stewardship program

by Hallie Claflin / Wisconsin Watch March 10, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Republican uses GOAT Committee authority to investigate local government diversity efforts

by Jack Kelly / Wisconsin Watch February 26, 2025October 10, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

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Republicans and Democrats agree on postpartum Medicaid expansion — Robin Vos says it’s unlikely

by Hallie Claflin / Wisconsin Watch January 20, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

People stand at blue voting booths in a large indoor space as a person sits at a table in the background near signs reading "VOTE."

Wisconsin Legislature puts photo ID requirement on ballot for voter approval

by Scott Bauer / Associated Press January 15, 2025January 15, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Outside view of the Wisconsin State Capitol building

Forward, Government

Control of Wisconsin Assembly runs through eight competitive races

by Hallie Claflin / Wisconsin Watch November 4, 2024November 4, 2024 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

The Wisconsin Senate in a Capitol room with red carpeting

Wisconsin GOP-led Senate votes to override nine of governor’s vetoes in mostly symbolic action

by Scott Bauer / Associated Press May 15, 2024May 15, 2024 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Assembly Democrats line up for open state Senate seat

by Jack Kelly / Wisconsin Watch March 18, 2024 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch