Republican State Legislators Offer White Nationalism Protection Act
A handful of Republicans in the state legislature have re-introduced legislation to protect right-wing hate speech on UW campuses.
Race & Racism
UW Response to White Nationalism: Threaten Students Protesting Hate
Board of Regents will hold a public hearing on its plan weeks before students return to campus [Wisconsin Examiner]
UNSPUN: July 17, 2019
Trumps Twitter controversy, Wisconsins new budget and a preview of the 2nd Democratic debate in Detroit. [WMTV-TV]
Brian Hagedorn Snags Support of Racist Voter Suppression Billboard Backer
Another Stain on the Record of the Candidate Who Helped Scott Walker Target the Voting Rights of People of Color
Race was not the primary reason for Walker’s defeat
Republican incumbent Gov. Scott Walker, with his long list of offenses against minorities compiled by One Wisconsin Now, lost his bid to governorship. [Badger Herald]
One Wisconsin Now Statements on Baraboo High School Nazi Salute Photo
Republicans leading Wisconsin state government have sat silently and refused to stand up to Trump and denounce his racism, xenophobia and sexism.
Scott Walker Says He Respects Others, Regardless of Their Beliefs* in Television Ad
*Unless You’re a Woman, Person of Color, Migrant Family, Student or Sex Assault Survivor
Scott Walker claims Tony Evers wants ‘special treatment for illegals’
Walker’s ad comes a day before he was to campaign in Wisconsin with President Donald Trump ... The liberal group One Wisconsin Now called Walker’s ad racist. [Associated Press]
Racist, Sexist to Appear at Republican Campaign Rally in Mosinee on Wednesday … Donald Trump Will Be There Too
Scott Walker won’t be the only racist, sexist politician on stage at a campaign rally at the Mosinee airport tomorrow, joining him will be Donald Trump.
Devil’s Advocates Radio: October 23, 2018
Does Scott Walker have racist tendencies? Scot Ross has a definitive answer and he shares it with the Devils. [WRRD-AM]
Lt. Gov. candidate Mandela Barnes compares Trump immigration policies to a ‘race to create a superior race’
Scot Ross, executive director of liberal advocacy group One Wisconsin Now, took a shot at Trump's sons Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump in response. [Milwaukee Journal Sentinel]
A Tweetstorm of Scott Walker Racism
Scot Walker’s track record of policy decisions in Wisconsin shows a candidate who often actively pursues stances that would undermine racial and social justice.
Gov. Scott Walker Kicks Off NFL Season Trying to Stoke Racial Division, Resentment
Scott Walker should spend some time reflecting on how his policies have led Wisconsin to be ranked the worst state for black Americans.
Corrections election? Walker jumps on Dem plans to cut prison population
Scot Ross with the liberal activist group One Wisconsin Now notes Walker is lagging in polls. “He’s blowing that dog whistle loud and clear, and he’s trying to get every racist across the state to hear him.” [Wisconsin Radio Network]
Scott Walker Cannot Defend His Racist Corrections Disaster
‘On Corrections, Scott Walker Always Makes the Wrong Decision and Always for the Wrong Reason’
As immigration debate rages, Scott Walker is not weighing in
Scot Ross, executive director of liberal advocacy group One Wisconsin Now, pointed to other federal issues Walker has commented on. [Wisconsin State Journal]
Scott Walker’s Cowardice on Trump Border Policy 25 Years in the Making
Scott Walker offered something worse than deafening silence on Donald Trump’s unconscionable policy of tearing infants and children from their parents.
Gov. Scott Walker Welcomed Group Pitching Biblical Justification for Trump Border Policy of Taking Children from Parents to Wisconsin
It is a grievous misunderstanding of scripture and misuse of the Christian faith to use it to try to justify the horror of what was being done to families.
Scott Walker Should Use Badger Girls State Address to Apologize for Supporting Donald Trump
Gov. Scott Walker has repeatedly refused to condemn the despicable actions being inflicted upon girls and women by his party’s leader, Donald Trump.
Scott Walker’s Cowardly Dodge of Questions About Trump Policy Separating Families at U.S. Border
Gov. Scott Walker refused to share his thoughts on Donald Trump’s family separation immigration policy that strips children from their parents.
Gov. Scott Walker Quick to Weigh in on NFL Player Protests, Silent on Release of Footage Showing Authorities Assaulting Milwaukee Buck Sterling Brown
Scott Walker has been unable to muster a response to the release of footage showing the harassment and abuse suffered by Milwaukee Bucks player Sterling Brown.
Leaders Condemn Gov. Scott Walker Attendance at Event Employing High Ranking Official Who Says ‘Black Race’ is ‘Lazier Than the White Race’
Last week, Gov. Scott Walker was featured at a Milwaukee event hosted by America First Policies, an affiliated arm of the the America First Super PAC.
Republican Silence on Paul Nehlen Racism, Anti-Semitism ‘Disturbing’
Rep. Paul Ryan, Gov. Scott Walker, and Republican Attorney General Brad Schimel have offered no condemnation of Paul Nehlen.
Fresh Off Stunning Electoral Defeat, Gov. Scott Walker to Call Special Session on Dog Whistle Attacks on Poor and People of Color
Wisconsin Republicans led by Gov. Scott Walker announced a special session of the legislature devoted to renewed attacks on families struggling to get by.
Gov. Scott Walker Shared Stage With White Nationalists Three Weeks Ago, Attacks Unannounced Opponent For Actions Four Decades Ago
Scott Walker has failed to express remorse for his own appearance as a featured speaker sharing a stage with white nationalists at a conference three weeks ago.
Walker plan to attend conservative event criticized
Scot Ross with the liberal activist group, One Wisconsin Now calls Gorka, a former assistant to President Donald Trump, “an actual Nazi.” [Wisconsin Radio Network]
Walker to share stage with right-wing deplorables on Florida junke
Scott Walker is scheduled to share the stage at a Florida conference featuring some of the most extreme and divisive figures in American politics today. [Wisconsin Gazette]
Gov. Scott Walker to Share Stage With Right-Wing Deplorables for December Florida Junket
Will Scott Walker Be Delivering His Remarks Under the Glare of the Spotlight or the Glow of a Tiki Torch?
PoltiFact: Scott Walker veers on NFL national anthem protests
There appears to be a wider political connection. The liberal advocacy group One Wisconsin Now pointed out the timing. We give Walker a Half Flip. [PolitiFact]
University of Wisconsin Board of Regents Adopt Unconstitutional Policy Based on Unconstitutional Assembly Legislation
The Regents have imposed a system wide policy codifying an ideological agenda and creating campus safe spaces for right-wing provocateurs.
State Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary defends Confederate monuments
Scot Ross, executive director of liberal advocacy group One Wisconsin Now, called Zimmerman’s views “indefensible” and said he should be removed from office. [Wisconsin State Journal]
Panel discusses effectiveness of Free Speech Bill
“One of the most powerful tools of the civil rights movement was civil disobedience and disruption,” Castro said. [Badger Herald]
Wisconsin Republicans Owe Us Answers on DACA
One Wisconsin Now Executive Director Scot Ross released the following statements regarding plans by Republican Donald Trump to end the DACA.
One Wisconsin Institute Statements on GOP ‘On Many Sides’ Resolution
I will never understand what is so hard about unequivocal condemnation of neo-Nazi and other hate groups. Why must there always be a caveat?
Savion Castro: Wisconsin has its own history of siding with white supremacy
White protesters beckoned a revival of the cause for which Lee and his army fought: preserving a society built upon white supremacy. [Janesville Gazette]
APB For AG: Wisconsin Attorney General Brad Schimel Shamefully Silent on Donald Trump’s Coddling of White Supremacists, Nazis
Wisconsin Attorney General Brad Schimel has made no public comments in the aftermath of Donald Trump’s comments coddling white supremacists and neo-Nazis.
Wisconsin Republicans Need to Answer: ‘Do You Still Support Donald Trump’
One Wisconsin Now is demanding all members of the Wisconsin Republican Assembly Caucus meeting at the State Capitol today condemn by name their party’s leader
Gov. Scott Walker’s Refusal to Disavow Donald Trump Is Not Just Cowardice, It Is a Pattern of Behavior
Scott Walker’s decades-long record of undermining social justice and attacking the rights of people of color is appalling.
Scott Walker Silence on Donald Trump Racism Deafening, Walker Record Speaks Volumes
Scott Walker’s record on attacking the voting rights of people of color for political gain is unconstitutional and the definition of racism.
Battle over Confederate history hits Madison
Savion Castro, a Madison native who works at One Wisconsin Now, says a public display calling Confederate soldiers “unsung heroes” is offensive. [Isthmus]
Assembly Republicans advance campus free speech bill that trims UW authority
Allowing any two people to trigger an investigation into a student's protest activities will exacerbate an existing chilling atmosphere on free expression for students of color. [Capital Times]
Free Speech and Racism on College Campuses
Savion Castro, a UW student and One Wisconsin Now research associate, talks with HBO's VICE News Tonight about free speech and racism on college campuses. [HBO]
Robin Vos Directed Campus Free Speech Attack
Not only would this bill expel students for using their constitutional right to free speech, but also it could inhibit professors from conducting research.
New Republican ‘Safe Spaces for Racists’ Legislation Threatens Students With Expulsion for Declaring Hate Speech Not Welcome on Campuses
Students could be expelled from a state university or technical college for organizing a protest to “dissuade” speakers from appearing on campuses.
Savion Castro: Charlie Sykes’ defense of hate speech shows he hasn’t changed his stripes
For 23 years Charlie Sykes’ radio show was the loudest megaphone allowing right-wing Wisconsin Republicans to foment racial division. [Capital Times]
One Wisconsin Now: Paul Ryan’s Cowardly Support for Muslim Ban
Statements regarding U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Paul Ryan’s (R-Janesville) continuing support for Donald Trump’s racist and ineffective Muslim Ban.
What Does Lowell Holtz Have to Say About American Majority Now? Nothing.
Lowell Holtz was quick to brag about American Majority working for him but is failing to denounce the vile racism and sexism their executive director .
Rep. Sean Duffy Has Not Explained, Nor Apologized for Remarks on Lack of ‘White Terrorism’
He should be censured by Speaker Paul Ryan and the House for such unseemly remarks
Scott Walker’s Record Has Been Disastrous for Milwaukee African Americans
With the eyes of the nation focused on racial unrest in Milwaukee, Walker has provided no leadership on bringing communities together and healing racial wounds.
What Does Donald Trump Have to Do to Lose Scott Walker’s Endorsement?
Gov. Scott Walker’s endorsement of Donald Trump is no longer a reflection on Trump’s character, but on Scott Walker’s, or lack thereof.