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There's never a shortage of political news in Wisconsin, from the governor's office to the Legislature to the state's elected officials in Washington, DC. Join WUWM host Maayan Silver and Wispolitics.com editor JR Ross as they highlight and provide context to the latest developments.

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Capitol Notes: Democrats Jockey For Position in Governor's Race 16.10.2017 5:32

The race for governor is more than a year away. But, the field of Democratic hopefuls seems to grow just about every week. More than a half-dozen have entered the race – or are seriously considering making the move.

Capitol Notes: Why Did WEDC Hesitate on Foxconn Deal? 02.10.2017 3:59

Gov. Scott Walker had been expecting Foxconn officials to sign a deal with the state any day now. The Taiwanese company plans to build a huge LCD screen manufacturing plant in southeastern Wisconsin, with the help of $3 billion in state incentives. But late last week, the board that will oversee the deal, delayed voting on it.

Capitol Notes: Potential Impact of Foxconn on Wisconsin Governor's Race 25.09.2017 4:09

Gov. Scott Walker signed two huge pieces of legislation into law last week -- the state budget and the Foxconn deal. The state would give the Taiwanese electronics giant $3 billion to build a huge LCD manufacturing plant in southeastern Wisconsin.

Capitol Notes: Analysis of Foxconn, Budget Negotiations in Madison 18.09.2017 4:00

Gov. Scott Walker will sign the huge Foxconn incentives package in Racine County today. It will help the Taiwanese electronics giant build a massive plant, to manufacture LCD screens in southeastern Wisconsin. Lawmakers in Madison put the final touches on the deal -- and the overdue state budget -- last week.