Rep. Rozar: Praises “Returning Your Surplus” proposal

Madison — Today, Representative Donna Rozar (R-Marshfield) joined fellow Assembly Republicans from around Wisconsin to introduce the “Returning Your Surplus” legislative package. Governor Tony Evers, through the line item veto process, removed a middle class tax cut from the biennial state budget. Assembly Republicans have now introduced a proposal to cut the state’s tax burden by…

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The Wheelercast: Episode #20

Gwyn talks with Rep. Adam Neylon about his committee’s efforts regarding noncompete contracts. She also takes a look at upcoming school spending referenda, the Capitol gala and more on the latest episode of The Wheelercast. https://audioboom.com/posts/6441587-the-wheelercast-10-30-17?t=0

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The Wheelercast: Episode #26

December is actually a busy month at the State Capitol. Gwyn breaks down the bill signings, committee hearings and an important new committee assignment. We take a look at a new “Blue Ribbon Task Force,” and she also continues her series on Women in the Capitol. This week she talks with State Rep. Joan Ballweg…

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Don’t blame the lobbyists…

That being said, the public is growing weary over the behind-closed-doors aspect of governing. Public discourse is the life-blood of a healthy democracy. When the public believes lawmakers are led by lobbyists, (or the oft-used ‘special interests’ ) faith in government plummets. I believe that’s why approval ratings for all levels of government are at record lows right now.

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