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Evidence from border counties indicates increased economic freedom encourages prosperity

The 20th century could be viewed as Wisconsin’s progressive century. Wisconsin was the first state to establish a personal income tax (1911) and to allow collective bargaining by public sector unions (1959). Business regulation was strict.

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Gov. Evers Vetoes Legislation to Cut Red Tape

Gov. Evers has vetoed a package of “Red Tape Reset” bills authored and passed by Assembly Republicans that aim to rein in the growth of state regulations and require agencies to justify new rules.

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Tax Time

Filing taxes is rarely something people look forward to, but it is an important part of how our state operates. In Wisconsin, individual income taxes make up about 45% of state tax collections.

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My Letter to County Voters

Our community stands at an important moment. Too often, people feel like local government is something that happens to them instead of something that works for them.

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Critical Decision for Voters

On Tuesday, April 7, voters in Wisconsin face a critical decision regarding the future direction of our Supreme Court.

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NEW: WHY THE WISCONSIN SUPREME COURT MATTERS

Delafield, WI — The Institute for Reforming Government (IRG) announced the release of a comprehensive Court Watch Spring Report on Thursday, bringing together twelve research briefs examining how the Wisconsin Supreme Court shapes the state’s gove

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WI Supreme Court Debate

On March 25, between 7 and 8, WISN 12 is hosting a debate between the candidates running for the open seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court. If a local station does not carry it, they will livestream on wisn DOT com.

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