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.
One Wisconsin Institute
Senator Grassley’s hypocrisy on judges worsens
Why won’t Sen. Grassley stand up to those in his own party who want the blue-slip process to end, as Sen. Leahy did, or live up to his past promises? [Des Moines Register]
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.
How to Know if College Is Worth It
In a survey by the One Wisconsin Institute respondents reported an average repayment period of approximately 21 years for college debt. [Teen Vogue]
Trump Election Integrity Commission Disbanded
A federal commission on “election integrity”, announced with much fanfare by Donald Trump in 2017, was disbanded on Wednesday.
Bill would allow electronic voting for in-person absentee ballots
A federal judge in July 2016 struck down certain restrictions on early voting hours and locations in the One Wisconsin Institute v. Thomsen case. [WisPolitics]
Assembly Bill Runs Afoul of Federal Court Decision Protecting Early Voting
A public hearing on Assembly Bill 637 today underscores serious flaws in the proposal that put it at odds with a federal court decision protecting early voting.
Milwaukee Announces New Early Voting Sites for 2018 Election
Nelson commented that midtown was on the places with an early voting site in Milwaukee. This came about due to One Wisconsin Institute v. Thomsen. [Milwaukee Courier]
Milwaukee to increase number of early voting sites
Tom Barrett joined One Wisconsin Institute in announcing the city approved funds for eight places where Milwaukee resident can vote absentee in person. [Wisconsin Radio Network]
One Wisconsin Institute Praises City of Milwaukee Action to Expand Early Voting Opportunities
Voting rights advocates are celebrating passage of a budget provision adding early voting sites in the City of Milwaukee.
University of Wisconsin Students Blast Board of Regents Policy Threatening Free Speech on Campuses
UW students and free speech advocates are organizing to fight back against new restrictions on speech being imposed system wide by the Board of Regents
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.
State Senate Committee to Consider ‘Riot’ Legislation
The legislation as introduced would create broad new definitions of what constitutes a “riot” and threaten peaceful protesters with criminal penalties...
Planned Parenthood opening new health center in Milwaukee
Planned Parenthood’s announcement is great news for women & families of Wisconsin who deserve confidential, nonjudgmental reproductive health care services. [Wisconsin Gazette]
One Wisconsin Institute Statements on Announcement of New Planned Parenthood Health Center Opening
Planned Parenthood’s announcement is great news for the women and families of Wisconsin. Congratulations, and thank you, Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin.
Student loan forgiveness program is about to face its first major test
“Not only is there an uncertainty about whether or not this program is going to happen, but there’s still an uncertainty about how this works,” said Analiese Eicher. [MarketWatch]
New poll shows popular support for student loan payment reform
Poll conducted by One Wisconsin [Institute] showed broad bipartisan support for student loan payment reform despite failure to pass such legislation in Wisconsin [Badger Herald]
Bryan Kelly talks with Analiese about reforms to help student loan borrowers refinance their debt
Bryan Kelly talks with Analiese about reforms to help student loan borrowers refinance their debt. [WRRD-AM]
New Poll of Wisconsin Voters Picks Up On Student Loan Trends
A poll of Wisconsin voters commissioned by One Wisconsin Institute found nearly two-thirds of poll participants would favor a student loan refinancing program. [The Student Loan Report]
Poll: 64 percent of WI voters want state plan for student loan refinancing
The poll, commissioned by the liberal policy group One Wisconsin Now and conducted by Public Policy Polling, shows just 31 percent of voters are against such a plan. [WKOW-TV]
New Poll Finds Strong Support for Reforms to Help Wisconsin Student Loan Borrowers
Results of a new poll commissioned by One Wisconsin Institute finds broad support for reforms to help student loan borrowers.
Follow the Money: A Handy Guide to Some of the Organizations on the School Choice Gravy Train
One Wisconsin Institute compiled a list of the organizations that have been funded by the far-right Bradley Foundation of Milwaukee. [Diane Ravitch]
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?
Student Debt Reform Advocates Unveil New Online Resource for Borrowers
Leading student debt advocates have joined together to mobilize support for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program with online resources at ProtectPSLF.org.
Piling On: DeVos, Trump Make Student Loan Crisis Worse
One Wisconsin Institute, found that people with student loan debt are far more likely to rent versus own a home. [The Progressive]
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.
Nomination of John K. Bush to Federal Court Moves Toward Vote in U.S. Senate
The U.S. Senate is expected to vote soon on the confirmation of Donald Trump’s nominee John K. Bush to the Sixth Circuit Federal Court of Appeals.
One Wisconsin Statements on First Meeting of Trump Voter Suppression Committee
Scot Ross, Executive Director of One Wisconsin Institute released the following statements regarding the first meeting of Donald Trump’s voter suppression committee.
This is the age most Americans pay off their student loans
A study from the One Wisconsin Institute finds that it takes graduates of Wisconsin universities 19.7 years to pay off a bachelor's degree. [CNBC]
Non-Educational Spending of Student Loan Funds Increasing
A survey by the One Wisconsin Institute found the average amount of time needed to repay a loan for a bachelor’s degree was about 21 years. [GoodCall]
Protecting Integrity of Federal Courts Requires Halting Consideration of Trump Nominees Amid Deepening Concerns for Legitimacy of Administration
The U.S. Senate should delay action on Donald Trump’s nominees until mounting questions about his administration are resolved
6 Ways to Get Your Student Loans Forgiven
A study by One Wisconsin Institute revealed that on average, a graduate with a bachelor's degree will take 21 years to repay their student loans. [Associated Press]
New York is a beacon of free tuition…
The standard repayment plan is not nearly enough according to research done by One Wisconsin Institute. [Daily Titan]
Americans Deserve Independent, Consensus Pick for U.S. Supreme Court. Neil Gorsuch is Not It.
We deserve, and need, a consensus justice on our high court whose loyalty is to all American people and our American values, not one president nor one party.
Federal Court Hears Oral Arguments in Appeals on One Wisconsin Institute, et. al. v. Thomsen, et. al.
A three judge panel today heard oral arguments in appeals of the federal voting rights case One Wisconsin Institute, et. al. v. Thomsen, et. al.
Donald Trump Announces His Pick for Seat on U.S. Supreme Court
Donald Trump announced his pick for who he would like to fill a lifetime appointment to the United States Supreme Court.
Donald Trump to Attempt to Fill Stolen U.S. Supreme Court Seat
The questions surrounding Donald Trump and his compliance with and commitment to following the United States Constitution are serious and unresolved.
Donald Trump Poised to Make U.S. Supreme Court Nomination Despite Unresolved Questions of Possible Constitutional Violations and Russian Election Interference
Donald Trump has announced, via Twitter, he intends to reveal his nominee to fill a vacancy on the United States Supreme Court next Thursday.
One Wisconsin Institute Statements on Trump Phony Voter Fraud Claims
The only fraud in our elections are partisan politicians like Donald Trump and Gov. Scott Walker manipulating the voting laws for political gain.
Statements of One Wisconsin Institute on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy by continuing the fight to secure the rights of all Americans to make their voices heard in our elections.
Voter Suppression Works Too Well
Frank v. Walker as well as One Wisconsin Institute, Inc., et al. v. Mark Thomsen, et al., both cases that contest Wisconsin’s photo-ID laws. [American Prospect]
Scott Walker: Wisconsin is ‘still one of the easiest places in the country to vote’
Wisconsin saw record-high early voting numbers in the presidential election, made possible by a lawsuit filed by the liberal group One Wisconsin Institute. [Capital Times]
Jenni Dye: It shouldn’t take Christmas miracle for Ron Johnson to do his job
Will Sen. Ron Johnson and the GOP deliver on a judge to fill the longest-running federal judicial vacancy in the nation – or will they deliver a lump of coal? [Capital Times]
It Shouldn’t Take a Christmas Miracle for Sen. Ron Johnson to Do His Job and Approve Judicial Nominee He Supports
Instead of trying to rig federal courts for partisan gain, Johnson and his GOP colleagues should give American people the gift of democracy this holiday season.
Statements of One Wisconsin Institute Regarding Potential Wisconsin Recount
Regardless of what Donald Trump tweets, we proved in court the real fraud is GOP politicians rigging the system by changing the rules for their partisan gain.
At least 399 votes not counted because voter didn’t provide valid ID
Jenni Dye said the number of voters who had to cast provisional ballots because they lacked an ID is “really just the tip of the iceberg” [Wisconsin State Journal]
Did Voter ID Hand Wisconsin to Trump?
Analiese Eicher, program and development director for One Wisconsin Institute, said the voter ID law had an impact on voter turnout. [Shepherd Express]
Why did Wisconsin see its lowest presidential election voter turnout in 20 years?
One Wisconsin Institute was a plaintiff in the case that overturned the state’s early voting restrictions. [Capital Times]
Madison Election Day turnout lower than 2012 so far
A judge ruled in the One Wisconsin Institute case that certain laws restricting voting rights are unconstitutional. [Capital Times]