Saturday, June 2, 2012
Sources say Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker is Now the Target of Corruption Probe | Wisconsin Politics
Sources say Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker is Now the Target of Corruption Probe | Wisconsin Politics
During last Thursday’s debate, Walker buckled under pressure from host Mike Gousha to answer the question as to why he hasn’t been more transparent about the John Doe corruption probe. Scott Walker’s Teflon personality must have worn through when he replied that District Attorney John Chisholm requested he remain silent on the issue.
The answer stunned many of those who are familiar with John Doe investigations because a DA would not request a target to remain silent, as anything they would say opens doors to the investigation. The John Doe judge, however, could issue ‘gag’ orders to targets. Walker’s statement was an off the cuff gaffe that confirmed the very real legal troubles he may be facing. Walker also admitted to a $160,000 transfer into his legal defense fund over the last six weeks. Further, Walker stated the fund was for his defense and not for his former staff and agents who have already been charged in the probe.
During last Thursday’s debate, Walker buckled under pressure from host Mike Gousha to answer the question as to why he hasn’t been more transparent about the John Doe corruption probe. Scott Walker’s Teflon personality must have worn through when he replied that District Attorney John Chisholm requested he remain silent on the issue.
The answer stunned many of those who are familiar with John Doe investigations because a DA would not request a target to remain silent, as anything they would say opens doors to the investigation. The John Doe judge, however, could issue ‘gag’ orders to targets. Walker’s statement was an off the cuff gaffe that confirmed the very real legal troubles he may be facing. Walker also admitted to a $160,000 transfer into his legal defense fund over the last six weeks. Further, Walker stated the fund was for his defense and not for his former staff and agents who have already been charged in the probe.
Friday, June 1, 2012
Barrett Says Walker Would Sign Right to Work Bill, Walker Avoids the Question - YouTube
Barrett Says Walker Would Sign Right to Work Bill, Walker Avoids the Question - YouTube
"Arthur Louis pulled all these clips from last night's debate. In case you missed it, they're really worth watching. Barrett Says Walker Would Sign Right to Work Bill, Walker Avoids the Question" Nicole Desautels Schulte This video clip under 2 minutes. Please Share this with others.
"Arthur Louis pulled all these clips from last night's debate. In case you missed it, they're really worth watching. Barrett Says Walker Would Sign Right to Work Bill, Walker Avoids the Question" Nicole Desautels Schulte This video clip under 2 minutes. Please Share this with others.
Thursday, May 31, 2012
President Bill Clinton and Tom Barrett to Hold Rally in Milwaukee | Wisconsin Politics
President Bill Clinton and Tom Barrett to Hold Rally in Milwaukee | Wisconsin Politics
MILWAUKEE -- U.S. President Bill Clinton will be in Milwaukee on Friday to host an early vote rally in support of Tom Barrett's campaign for Wisconsin governor.
President Clinton and Barrett will appear in Milwaukee on Friday, June 1 at 10:00 AM, to mobilize voters, to put Wisconsin first and put an end to Scott Walker's ideological agenda that has divided the state like never before.
As governor, Tom will end the political turmoil caused by Scott Walker's 'divide-and-conquer' assault on Wisconsin values. Barrett will focus on creating jobs, protecting education, restoring trust in government and fiscal responsibility. Tom will put Wisconsin first, not his own political career.
MILWAUKEE -- U.S. President Bill Clinton will be in Milwaukee on Friday to host an early vote rally in support of Tom Barrett's campaign for Wisconsin governor.
President Clinton and Barrett will appear in Milwaukee on Friday, June 1 at 10:00 AM, to mobilize voters, to put Wisconsin first and put an end to Scott Walker's ideological agenda that has divided the state like never before.
As governor, Tom will end the political turmoil caused by Scott Walker's 'divide-and-conquer' assault on Wisconsin values. Barrett will focus on creating jobs, protecting education, restoring trust in government and fiscal responsibility. Tom will put Wisconsin first, not his own political career.
President Bill Clinton and Tom Barrett to Hold Rally in Milwaukee | Wisconsin Politics
President Bill Clinton and Tom Barrett to Hold Rally in Milwaukee | Wisconsin Politics
MILWAUKEE -- U.S. President Bill Clinton will be in Milwaukee on Friday to host an early vote rally in support of Tom Barrett's campaign for Wisconsin governor.
President Clinton and Barrett will appear in Milwaukee on Friday, June 1 at 10:00 AM, to mobilize voters, to put Wisconsin first and put an end to Scott Walker's ideological agenda that has divided the state like never before.
As governor, Tom will end the political turmoil caused by Scott Walker's 'divide-and-conquer' assault on Wisconsin values. Barrett will focus on creating jobs, protecting education, restoring trust in government and fiscal responsibility. Tom will put Wisconsin first, not his own political career.
MILWAUKEE -- U.S. President Bill Clinton will be in Milwaukee on Friday to host an early vote rally in support of Tom Barrett's campaign for Wisconsin governor.
President Clinton and Barrett will appear in Milwaukee on Friday, June 1 at 10:00 AM, to mobilize voters, to put Wisconsin first and put an end to Scott Walker's ideological agenda that has divided the state like never before.
As governor, Tom will end the political turmoil caused by Scott Walker's 'divide-and-conquer' assault on Wisconsin values. Barrett will focus on creating jobs, protecting education, restoring trust in government and fiscal responsibility. Tom will put Wisconsin first, not his own political career.
Feingold Revs Up Crowd for Barrett | The Progressive
Feingold Revs Up Crowd for Barrett | The Progressive
But Feingold said there are three sufficient reasons for recalling Walker.
“Number one: He committed a surprise attack on the people of Wisconsin,” Feingold said, by going after workers’ rights and voting rights. “These are fundamental rights,” he argued.
“Secondly, the tactics he used were outrageous. They were ruthless,” Feingold said. He mentioned the squelching of debate in the state legislature and the manipulation of the state supreme court. These tactics were “unforgivable,” he said.
“Number three, the governor’s people are under investigation for criminal conduct,” Feingold said.
Each of these reasons, taken alone, would be sufficient to remove Walker from office, Feingold argued.
“If we do not prevail,” he warned, “Scott Walker will have committed the perfect political crime. Don’t let him get away with it.”
But Feingold said there are three sufficient reasons for recalling Walker.
“Number one: He committed a surprise attack on the people of Wisconsin,” Feingold said, by going after workers’ rights and voting rights. “These are fundamental rights,” he argued.
“Secondly, the tactics he used were outrageous. They were ruthless,” Feingold said. He mentioned the squelching of debate in the state legislature and the manipulation of the state supreme court. These tactics were “unforgivable,” he said.
“Number three, the governor’s people are under investigation for criminal conduct,” Feingold said.
Each of these reasons, taken alone, would be sufficient to remove Walker from office, Feingold argued.
“If we do not prevail,” he warned, “Scott Walker will have committed the perfect political crime. Don’t let him get away with it.”
Richest woman in Wis owed no state taxes in 2010 - WAOW - Newsline 9, Wausau News, Weather, Sports
Richest woman in Wis owed no state taxes in 2010 - WAOW - Newsline 9, Wausau News, Weather, Sports
"State Department of Revenue records show Diane Hendricks' tax obligation dropped from $2.2 million in 2009 to zero in 2010. Hendricks owns ABC Supply Inc., the nation's largest wholesale distributor of roofing, windows and siding. Records show Hendricks had a seven-figure tax bill in 4 of the previous five years.
Hendricks is a financial supporter of conservative causes and has given Walker's campaign more than $500,000. ABC Supply's tax director Scott Bianchini tells the Journal Sentinel (http://bit.ly/KyJ792 ) the company changed its structure so the profits and the tax obligations stay with the company, not with Hendricks." Read Full Post Here | WAOW - Newsline 9, Wausau
"State Department of Revenue records show Diane Hendricks' tax obligation dropped from $2.2 million in 2009 to zero in 2010. Hendricks owns ABC Supply Inc., the nation's largest wholesale distributor of roofing, windows and siding. Records show Hendricks had a seven-figure tax bill in 4 of the previous five years.
Hendricks is a financial supporter of conservative causes and has given Walker's campaign more than $500,000. ABC Supply's tax director Scott Bianchini tells the Journal Sentinel (http://bit.ly/KyJ792 ) the company changed its structure so the profits and the tax obligations stay with the company, not with Hendricks." Read Full Post Here | WAOW - Newsline 9, Wausau
Will Scandal-Plagued Election Clerk Supervise Walker Recall in Key County? | Mother Jones
Will Scandal-Plagued Election Clerk Supervise Walker Recall in Key County? | Mother Jones
Kelly Steele, a spokesman for the labor-backed We Are Wisconsin group, says it would be "criminal" to allow Nickolaus to have any role in the county's June 5 election. "After Kathy Nickolaus earned her reputation as the most incompetent or corrupt election clerk in America, Waukesha County assured the world she would no longer administer elections," Steele says. "All evidence from the May primary suggests she's fully in charge and reporting out results to the world."
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel editorial board has also demanded Nickolaus' resignation. "How can the citizens of Waukesha have any confidence that something else won't go wrong in the next election; something that will call into question the results?" the board asked in April. "They can't as long as Nickolaus remains in office." But although Nickolaus has said she won't run for reelection, she remains in her job—and, if the May 5 primary is any indication, she's still supervising elections.
Nickolaus, Waukesha County Executive Dan Vrakas, and Waukesha GOP director Cathy Waller did not respond to multiple requests for comment for this story. Read Full Story Here | Andy Kroll | Mother Jones
Kelly Steele, a spokesman for the labor-backed We Are Wisconsin group, says it would be "criminal" to allow Nickolaus to have any role in the county's June 5 election. "After Kathy Nickolaus earned her reputation as the most incompetent or corrupt election clerk in America, Waukesha County assured the world she would no longer administer elections," Steele says. "All evidence from the May primary suggests she's fully in charge and reporting out results to the world."
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel editorial board has also demanded Nickolaus' resignation. "How can the citizens of Waukesha have any confidence that something else won't go wrong in the next election; something that will call into question the results?" the board asked in April. "They can't as long as Nickolaus remains in office." But although Nickolaus has said she won't run for reelection, she remains in her job—and, if the May 5 primary is any indication, she's still supervising elections.
Nickolaus, Waukesha County Executive Dan Vrakas, and Waukesha GOP director Cathy Waller did not respond to multiple requests for comment for this story. Read Full Story Here | Andy Kroll | Mother Jones
Ed Shultz features Senators Risser and Taylor commenting on Voter ID bill - YouTube
Ed Shultz features Senators Risser and Taylor commenting on Voter ID bill - YouTube
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