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Crowley, Tiffany weigh in on open government
By Jonathan Anderson, Special to NEW Media Whoever wins the Nov. 3 election to become Wisconsin’s next governor — whether it be Republican Tom Tiffany or Democrat David Crowley — will inherit a state whose long tradition of open government is replete with opportunities for improvement. With that in mind, the Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council last month sent questionnaires about government transparency to both candidates. Crowley answered our questions, while Tiffany did not.
Contenders for Governor Weigh In On Open Government
Jonathan Anderson. Submitted. by JONATHAN ANDERSON, Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council Whoever wins the Nov. 3 election to become Wisconsin’s next governor – whether it be Republican Tom Tiffany or Democrat David Crowley – will inherit a state whose long tradition of open government is replete with opportunities for improvement. With that in mind, the Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council last month sent questionnaires about government transparency to both candidates.
Opinion | How Wisconsin's governor candidates view open government
Whoever wins the Nov. 3 election to become Wisconsin’s next governor — whether it be Republican Tom Tiffany or Democrat David Crowley — will inherit a state whose long tradition of open government is replete with opportunities for improvement. With that in mind, the Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council last month sent questionnaires about government transparency to both candidates. Crowley answered our questions, while Tiffany did not.
Here's where David Crowley and Tom Tiffany stand on FOI laws | Opinion
Whoever wins the Nov. 3 election to become Wisconsin's next governor — whether it be Republican Tom Tiffany or Democrat David Crowley — will inherit a state whose long tradition of open government is replete with opportunities for improvement. With that in mind, the Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council last month sent questionnaires about government transparency to both candidates. Crowley answered our questions, while Tiffany did not.
Here's where David Crowley and Tom Tiffany stand on FOI laws | Opinion
Oct. 16, 2026, 5:03 a.m. CT Wisconsin's gubernatorial candidates have differing approaches to government transparency. Both candidates support closing a loophole that exempts state legislators from record retention rules. Democrat David Crowley answered a questionnaire on transparency, while Republican Tom Tiffany did not. Tiffany has promised to improve state data portals, while Crowley supports anti-SLAPP legislation. Whoever wins the Nov.
Here's where David Crowley and Tom Tiffany stand on FOI laws | Opinion
The Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council last month sent questionnaires about government transparency to both candidates. Crowley answered our questions, while Tiffany did not. Jonathan Anderson Special to Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Oct. 16, 2026, 5:03 a.m. CT Whoever wins the Nov.
Josh Kaul and Eric Toney respond to public records questions | Opinion Original
Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul states that more funding is needed to speed up public records requests. Kaul's requests for additional staff positions to handle records were cut from the 2025-27 state budget. Kaul's Republican challenger, Eric Toney, did not respond to a recent questionnaire but has previously cited a lack of funding as a challenge. Kaul also advocates for modernizing sunshine laws and removing the Legislature's exemption from record retention rules.
Your Right to Know: Contenders for governor weigh in on open government
Reading Time: 3 minutes Whoever wins the Nov. 3 election to become Wisconsin’s next governor — whether it be Republican Tom Tiffany or Democrat David Crowley — will inherit a state whose long tradition of open government is replete with opportunities for improvement. With that in mind, the Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council last month sent questionnaires about government transparency to both candidates. Crowley answered our questions while Tiffany did not.
Contenders for governor weigh in on open government
“Your Right to Know” is available for publication at no cost. Download column Download headshot Whoever wins the Nov. 3 election to become Wisconsin’s next governor — whether it be Republican Tom Tiffany or Democrat David Crowley — will inherit a state whose long tradition of open government is replete with opportunities for improvement. With that in mind, the Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council last month sent questionnaires about government transparency to both candidates.
Opinion | Josh Kaul wants money to provide more public records access
Requesting public records in Wisconsin can sometimes mean waiting weeks, months and even longer for government officials and agencies to respond. What could help speed things along? At the state Department of Justice, which has recently come under scrutiny for its own delays in releasing records, Attorney General Josh Kaul says the agency he leads needs more money.
Your Right to Know: More money is needed for records access, Attorney General Josh Kaul says
Reading Time: 3 minutes Requesting public records in Wisconsin can sometimes mean waiting weeks, months and even longer for government officials and agencies to respond. What could help speed things along? At the state Department of Justice, which has recently come under scrutiny for its own delays in releasing records, Attorney General Josh Kaul says the agency he leads needs more money.
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