Supreme Court Justice Dan Kelly renting office space at state GOP headquarters
Dan Kelly is showing his partisanship on the campaign trail, right down to sharing an address with the Republican Party of Wisconsin. [Wisconsin State Journal]
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Return to Sender: Dan Kelly’s State Court Campaign Lists Same Address as Republican Party of Wisconsin
Dan Kelly’s partisanship is on full display as his campaign lists the Republican Party of Wisconsin as the return address for the nomination papers.
Right-Wing Supporters of Dan Kelly Go to Court to Tip Electoral Scales in His Favor
Right-wing supporters of Dan Kelly are going to court to try to purge registered Wisconsinites from poll lists.
Dan Kelly: Applying the Law as His Campaign Contributors Wish It To Be
Dan Kelly's record on the court shows he’s instead seen the law as his campaign donors wish it to be.
While a right-wing legal group had a case before the Wisconsin Supreme Court, Justice Dan Kelly took campaign contributions from members of its board of directors
One Wisconsin Now reveals he received $1,000 contributions from board members of the Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty. [Door County Pulse]
Brian Hagedorn Sees State Supreme Court as Venue to Advance Partisan, Political Agenda
Brian Hagedorn explicitly urged people to vote for a conservative judicial candidate because it would help advance Walker’s political agenda.
Brian Hagedorn’s Past Pays Off … With $18,000 Campaign Contribution from Big Special Interest
Brian Hagedorn’s work as a clerk for former Justice Michael Gableman looks like it’s paying off for his own campaign for the state Supreme Court
GOP power grabs pour gas on ‘resistance’ in key Midwest states
“Progressives have to defend a Supreme Court seat in April of 2019 — this will help them do that,” said Scot Ross, the executive director of One Wisconsin Now, a liberal outside group. [Politico]
GOP Blames Voters Voting for Electoral Defeats, Proposes Plan to Limit Participation in 2020 State High Court Race
Republicans appear to have settled on an explanation for why they lost every statewide race on the ballot in the November 6 elections: Too many voters voted.
Scott Walker, lawmakers consider helping conservative justice before Tony Evers becomes governor
Analiese Eicher noted Republicans fought plans to hold special elections this year and complained about the cost of past recall elections. [Milwaukee Journal Sentinel]
Support for Brett Kavanaugh Pattern of Ron Johnson’s Horrendous Record on Issues of Sexual Assault, Sexual Harassment
Ron Johnson today announced he would be voting in favor of Donald Trump’s nomination of Brett Kavanaugh to a lifetime seat on the U.S. Supreme Court.
Donald Trump Attacks Victim of Sexual Assault, Again. Scott Walker and Brad Schimel Silent, Again.
One Wisconsin Now Program Director Analiese Eicher demanded Gov. Scott Walker and Attorney General Brad Schimel speak out on behalf of sexual assault survivors.
Scott Walker, Brad Schimel Stand with Brett Kavanaugh and Sexual Assault
Scott Walker and Brad Schimel want to put a man who committed sexual assault on the United States Supreme Court for the next 30 years.
Brad Schimel: Brett Kavanaugh Apologist
The fact Brad Schimel still thinks Brett Kavanaugh is qualified is an indication that Brad Schimel is not qualified to be Wisconsin's attorney general.
The Courage of Dr. Ford a Powerful Contrast With the Cowardice of Scott Walker
The courageous testimony of Dr. Christine Blasey Ford today stands in contrast with the behavior of Scott Walker in regard to the nomination of Brett Kavanaugh.
Brad Schimel did not seek jail time for 17-year-olds who assaulted younger teens in early 2000s
Brad Schimel's comments drew a rebuke from Joanna Beilman-Dulin, research director of the liberal group One Wisconsin Now. [Milwaukee Journal Sentinel]
Will Scott Walker and Brad Schimel Denounce Donald Trump’s Sickening Attack on Assault Victim?
The choice for Scott Walker and Brad Schimel is simple: denounce Donald Trump immediately and unequivocally, or join him as unfit to serve in public office.
Does Scott Walker Still Believe Accused Perpetrator of Sexual Assault Brett Kavanaugh Fits Criteria He Looks For In Judicial Candidates?
Gov. Scott Walker was quick to publicly praise Donald Trump’s nomination of Brett Kavanaugh to the U.S. Supreme Court.
“Here we go again.”
Shortly after President Trump announced his pick for Supreme Court, the liberal group One Wisconsin Now sent an email with the subject line: “Trump, Walker will criminalize abortion.” “If he is not blocked, Brett Kavanaugh will be the deciding vote to overturn Roe v. Wade and do what Scott Walker has been trying to do […] [Isthmus]
Walker Doubts Roe v. Wade at Risk
“If he is not blocked, Brett Kavanaugh will be the deciding vote to overturn Roe v. Wade and do what Scott Walker has been trying to do for 25 years: criminalize women having abortions,” said Analiese Eicher of the liberal advocacy group One Wisconsin Now. [Urban Milwaukee]
Walker Not Convinced Trump’s Supreme Court Pick Will Lead To Roe V. Wade Being Overturned
“If he is not blocked, Brett Kavanaugh will be the deciding vote to overturn Roe v. Wade and do what Scott Walker has been trying to do for 25 years: criminalize women having abortions,” said Analiese Eicher of the liberal advocacy group One Wisconsin Now. [Wisconsin Public Radio]
Donald Trump, Scott Walker Will Criminalize Abortion
One Wisconsin Now Program Director Analiese Eicher released the following statements about Donald Trump nomination.
FIRST IN SCORE — DEMS’ SCOTUS BATTLE PLANS
Delaying until after the election is by far the worst argument tested in polling, with as many voters opposed as in favor. [Politico]
Supreme Court Tilts Scales Even Further in Favor of Corporations and Against Workers
Donald Trump and the Republicans have used a stolen Supreme Court seat to steal the rights of workers.
One Wisconsin Institute Statements on Sen. Ron Johnson and GOP Vote to Put Michael Brennan on Federal Court
The controversial appointment of homophobic racist Michael Brennan to a lifetime appointment was rammed through the U.S. Senate today.
Ron Johnson Votes to Advance Nomination of Racist, Homophobe to Lifetime Court Seat; Tammy Baldwin Rejects Extremist
With the help of Republican Sen. Ron Johnson, the nomination of racist and homophobe Michael Brennan to a lifetime appointment continues to advance.
US Senate Could Vote This Week On Wisconsin Judicial Nominee
One Wisconsin Now program director Analiese Eicher criticized Brennan's work chairing Gov. Scott Walker's Judicial Selection Advisory Committee. [Wisconsin Public Radio]
One Wisconsin Now Calls Out Rebecca Bradley For Conflicts in Case of Bullying Professor
One Wisconsin Now called on Rebecca Bradley to recuse herself from the case of bullying Professor John McAdams suing to get his job back at Marquette University.
Michael Screnock wants to continue his public service on the Supreme Court
He has also faced scrutiny for not saying whether he would step away from cases involving the state’s business lobby, Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce. [Wisconsin State Journal]
ICYMI: Michael Screnock Won’t Pledge to Avoid Conflict of Interest as a Judge, Again
Michael Screnock again refused to commit to removing himself from hearing cases as a judge involving his past work as a hired gun attorney for Gov. Scott Walker
Trump’s judicial nominees for Wisconsin spark protests
“He is not qualified for a lifetime judicial appointment and he ought to do the right thing and withdraw himself from consideration for this nomination” [Wisconsin Gazette]
Red Flags Should Sink Judicial Nomination of Michael Brennan
He is the wrong nominee for a lifetime appointment, and Trump and his Senate Republican enablers are using the wrong process in ramming through the nomination.
Analiese Eicher: Red flags should sink judicial nomination of Michael Brennan
The U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee set aside common decency and longstanding traditions when it voted to approve Donald Trump’s nomination of Michael Brennan. [Capital Times]
Donald Trump Nominee to Fill Wisconsin Federal Court Seat Fails to Disclose Shocking Comments
The writings of Donald Trump’s nominee, Gordon Giampietro, reveal he holds views that disqualify him from a lifetime appointment to the federal court.
Red Flags and Blue Slips Should Sink Lifetime Nomination of Michael Brennan to Federal Court
The Senate Judiciary today set aside common decency and its own traditions and rules in voting to approve Donald Trump’s nomination of Michael Brennan.
Big Corporate Special Interest Shows Michael Screnock the Love, Candidate for High Court Signals He’ll Return Their Affection
The latest information on advertising reveals special interests are showing state Supreme Court candidate Michael Screnock the love on Valentine’s Day.
Get Schooled About Red Flags on Lifetime Nomination of Mike Brennan to Federal Court
UW-Madison student Louise schools the nation on one of the reasons why Mike Brennan ought not be given a lifetime appointment to the federal courts.
Beneficiary of $500,000 Plus Special Interest Groups TV Ad Buys Won’t Support Reform of Judicial Recusal Rule
Michael Screnock’s Rejection of Recusal Rule Reform Signals Special Interests Their Spending on His Election Could Pay Off
Editorial: Tim Burns and Rebecca Dallet are credible Supreme Court candidates
Michael Screnock was on the payroll of the legal team defending Governor Walker’s divisive policies in court and working to rig state... district lines. [Capital Times]
Right-Wing Special Interests Spending to Make Michael Screnock Into Right-Wing Media Darling
The special interest allies of Michael Screnock are making their first down payment in the effort to elect him to the Wisconsin Supreme Court
Senator Grassley’s Hypocrisy on Judges Worsens
Sen. Chuck Grassley has nearly completed his conversion of the Judiciary Committee to his own personal political playground.
Judicial Advocates Raise Red Flags on Eve of U.S. Senate Hearing on Nomination of Michael Brennan to 7th Circuit Federal Court of Appeals
State and national advocates raised red flags about both the views of Michael Brennan and the process by which he was nominated for a lifetime appointment.
Nomination of Michael Brennan to Seventh Circuit Court of Federal Appeals Scheduled for Hearing Before Senate Judiciary Committee
The wrong nominee, selected in the wrong way, being given a hearing in the wrong way. That’s how One Wisconsin Institute summed it up.
Supreme Court race showing its political stripes
“What happens is the conservative (candidate) always hides what their ideology is and then the Republican Party uses their entire machine to turn out (votes).” [Wisconsin State Journal]
Tuesday’s Wisconsin Senate special election could be bellwether for 2018 legislative races
The Wisconsin Alliance for Reform and Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce combined to spend about $80,000 on ads in the race. [Milwaukee Journal Sentinel]
One Wisconsin Now Calls for Probe of Michael Screnock
Recent newspaper reports detail the arrests of Michael Screnock and his failure to fully disclose the incidents on his application for a judicial appointment.
Despite Mounting Questions of Fitness and Legitimacy of Trump Administration Another Extreme Judicial Nominee Approved for Lifetime Slot on Federal Judiciary
The U.S. Senate confirmed another right wing extremist judicial nominee to a lifetime appointment to the federal court.
Right Wing-Funded Attack on Workers to be Heard by U.S. Supreme Court
The U.S. Supreme Court announced it will hear a case being promoted and underwritten by right-wing special interests as part of their ongoing attacks on workers.
One Wisconsin Now Statement on Michael Gableman Rumors
A news report says Republican Supreme Court Justice Michael Gableman may be in line for a job in the Donald Trump administration.
Donald Trump Undermines Bipartisan Wisconsin Selection Process to Nominate Gov. Scott Walker Crony to Federal Judicial Seat
Donald Trump announced he would also be subverting the five-decades long practice of selecting a nominee forwarded by both Wisconsin United States Senators.