Anthony Chergosky on the politics of Democratic majorities

Politics

Anthony Chergosky on the politics of Democratic majorities

UW-La Crosse political science professor Anthony Chergosky considers the implications ofDemocrats taking control of the Wisconsin Legislature and Congress in 2027 and pursuing their policy priorities.

November 13, 2026

How will Wisconsin Democrats use their legislative majority?
How will Wisconsin Democrats use their legislative majority?

Inside Wisconsin Politics

How will Wisconsin Democrats use their legislative majority?

Democrats took control of the governor's seat and each chamber in the Legislature, and issues like Act 10, congressional maps and more loom — Inside Wisconsin Politics considers what's ahead for 2027.

November 12, 2026

Wisconsin Democratic lawmakers prepare for majority control
Wisconsin Democratic lawmakers prepare for majority control

Politics

Wisconsin Democratic lawmakers prepare for majority control

After winning majorities in the 2026 election, incoming Democratic members of the Wisconsin Assembly and Senate chose leadership for the 2027-28 session and touted a wide-ranging legislative agenda.

November 11, 2026

An illustration shows an aerial view of an industrial development of multiple buildings arranged in a triangle and surrounded by fields, wooded areas and ponds, with a divided highway to one side and with farm fields extending to the horizon in the background.
An illustration shows an aerial view of an industrial development of multiple buildings arranged in a triangle and surrounded by fields, wooded areas and ponds, with a divided highway to one side and with farm fields extending to the horizon in the background.

Economy

Paid posters are being recruited to promote Port Washington data center on social media platforms

A Wisconsin political operative approached at least one writer about posting social media comments favorable to the OpenAI/Oracle/Vantage data center being constructed in Port Washington.

November 9, 2026 • Southeast Region

Frederica Freyberg sits at a desk on the Here & Now set and faces a video monitor showing an image of Tammy Baldwin.
Frederica Freyberg sits at a desk on the Here & Now set and faces a video monitor showing an image of Tammy Baldwin.

Politics

‘Here & Now’ Highlights: US Sen. Tammy Baldwin, former Gov. Tommy Thompson

Here's what guests on the Nov. 6, 2026 episode said about the Democratic blowout in the midterm elections.

November 9, 2026

A still image shows a split screen, with David Crowley speaking at a campaign event in a Crowley-branded vest on the left, and Tom Tiffany speaking behind a bar counter on the right.
A still image shows a split screen, with David Crowley speaking at a campaign event in a Crowley-branded vest on the left, and Tom Tiffany speaking behind a bar counter on the right.

Elections

Recapping the 2026 vote in Wisconsin for governor, lawmakers

An historic 2026 election victory by Gov.-elect David Crowley and Democratic wins taking control in each chamber of the Wisconsin Legislature sets up expectations for a sea change in state government.

November 6, 2026

US Sen. Tammy Baldwin on the blue wave, Congress and Trump
US Sen. Tammy Baldwin on the blue wave, Congress and Trump

Politics

US Sen. Tammy Baldwin on the blue wave, Congress and Trump

U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wisconsin, discusses Democrats winning majorities in both chambers of Congress in the 2026 midterms, the party's policy priorities and the role of President Donald Trump.

November 6, 2026

A still image shows Tommy Thompson seated at the 'Here & Now' set featuring wood paneling, with a graphic at bottom reading 'Former Gov. Tommy Thompson' and '(R) Wisconsin.'
A still image shows Tommy Thompson seated at the 'Here & Now' set featuring wood paneling, with a graphic at bottom reading 'Former Gov. Tommy Thompson' and '(R) Wisconsin.'

Politics

Tommy Thompson on what’s next for Republicans after 2026

Former Gov. Tommy Thompson discusses the Republican rout in the 2026 election and what a Democratic trifecta in Wisconsin and majorities in Congress means for both parties in the state and nationally.

November 6, 2026

A still image shows David Crowley in front of a purple circular graphic wall, with a graphic at the bottom that reads 'Milwaukee,' 'David Crowley' and '(D) Wisconsin Governor-Elect.'
A still image shows David Crowley in front of a purple circular graphic wall, with a graphic at the bottom that reads 'Milwaukee,' 'David Crowley' and '(D) Wisconsin Governor-Elect.'

Elections

Crowley speaks to his transition plans as governor-elect

Wisconsin Gov.-elect David Crowley held a press conference to discuss putting together a transition team for 2027 and stated a goal for his administration to reflect statewide needs and perspectives.

November 6, 2026

A still image shows Rebecca Cooke speaking at a podium in front of a wall covered in her signs, with a graphic at the bottom that reads 'Eau Claire,' 'Rebecca Cooke' and '(D) 3rd Congressional District Rep.-Elect.'
A still image shows Rebecca Cooke speaking at a podium in front of a wall covered in her signs, with a graphic at the bottom that reads 'Eau Claire,' 'Rebecca Cooke' and '(D) 3rd Congressional District Rep.-Elect.'

Elections

Wisconsin Democrats flip two US House seats in 2026 election

The 2026 blue wave hit Wisconsin's congressional delegation as Democratic candidates beat Republican incumbents in the state's 1st and 3rd districts, setting up a 4-4 split in partisan representation.

November 6, 2026 • West Central Region