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Governor Evers Second State of the State

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Governor Tony Evers Gives Second State of the State Address Last night, Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers delivered his second annual State of the State address before a joint session of the State Legislature. Evers highlighted his administration’s successes over his first year in office as well as set policy goals for 2020. “As I reflect … Read more

New MU Poll, Retirements, & Assembly Override

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New Marquette University Law School Poll Numbers Marquette University Law School released a new poll yesterday. The latest numbers illustrate a first look in 2020 at the presidential race and provide  insight into important state issues to Wisconsin voters.     After months of proceedings, the impeachment of President Donald Trump yet again proves to be unpopular … Read more

New Marquette University Law School Poll Results

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New Marquette University Law School Poll Results Marquette University Law School Poll released a new poll yesterday. The new numbers illustrate trends in Wisconsin voters’ opinions on the impeachment proceedings, the Democratic presidential primary candidates, and approval of state elected officials. The impeachment of President Donald Trump continues to be unpopular among Wisconsin voters. Fifty-two … Read more

Fallout Continues, Campaign Announcements & Latest Marquette Poll

Continued Fallout from Senate’s DATCP Appointment Denial The fallout continues after the Wisconsin State Senate denied confirmation of Governor Evers’ then Secretary-designee Brad Pfaff to head the Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection. As previously reported, this party line 19-14 vote marked the first time in several decades when the State Senate denied confirmation … Read more

Telehealth, Senate Denies Confirmation & Special Session

Legislature Approves Telehealth Medicaid Bill This week the State Senate and Assembly passed legislation to allow Medicaid providers to seek reimbursement for services provided via telehealth. Telehealth, sometime called telemedicine, is the delivery model in which technology is utilized for healthcare providers to remotely speak to, treat, and monitor patients. The passage of the bill … Read more

MU Poll, Gun Control Battle, & Health Committee Updates

Marquette University Law School Releases New Poll Results

On Wednesday, October 23, Marquette University Law School released its most recent poll results. The poll, which was conducted between October 13-17 among 799 Wisconsin voters, sought public opinion on a range of state and federal topics. The poll indicated good news for Democratic Governor Tony Evers and less optimistic results for Republican President Donald Trump.

Evers’ job approval remains relatively high at 52% with 34% disapproval. This number is down slightly from August, which then indicated a 54% job approval rating. However, the new number is within the margin of error. Additionally, 53% of respondents said the state is headed in the right direction.

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