The Wisconsin Scott Walker Watch

kokonut · 06-05-2012, 10:55 AM

Today voting ends on whether the people of Wisconsin pick Scott Walker to continue as governor or Democrat Tom Barrett to replace the governor seat of Scott Walker in this recall effort.

One poll yesterday had Walker up by 12 points among likely voters compared to being up by 7 points last week in a different poll. Note the bold below:

Quote:

So, as fireworks continue to explode over the political horizon in the Dairy State, we asked 1,570 likely voters who they support in the June 5 election. Here are the results. …

Those surprising results would project at a 56-44 final win for Walker. HOWEVER, while Walker continues to lead Barrett, we once again caution readers that this is an extremely difficult election to predict. Turnout is king in all elections, and it may be even more important in this one. Wisconsin’s labor movement is keen to get as many of the anti-Walker voters to the polls as possible and have displayed the ability to rally their troops effectively. And Wisconsin regulations allow Election Day voter registration with a minimum of residency documentation–something that has both sides whispering of potential abuse from their opponents.

Who Survives? | weaskamerica.com

Polls at the voting booths end at 8 PM in Wisconsin.
RECALL ELECTION GUIDE: Voting Info, Sample Ballot, Polling Places - Hudson, WI Patch

kokonut · 06-05-2012, 11:09 AM

Expect a recount demand as some say this will "go down to the wire."

Quote:

Brace yourself: Wisconsin Democrats say they are preparing for the event that the hotly contested recall race could drag on for weeks, or even longer.

Floating the prospect of a recount is, of course, a message that bolsters the party’s claims that the race is closer than people think and that it will go down to the wire — despite polls showing Walker with the lead. …

“We’re very much anticipating that there’s a chance that we could be in a recount scenario,” said Mike Tate, chairman of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin. He said the party will have more than 440 lawyers in the field on Tuesday “doing election protection activities but also tasked with recount preparation, making sure that we know where absentee ballots are at, making sure that we have a strong handle on what’s happening out there.”

Wisconsin Walker recall: Dems prep for recall recount - POLITICO.com

kokonut · 06-05-2012, 11:38 AM

When voting intimidation backfires....

Mailings that list voting records set off some neighbors - JSOnline

You're not suppose to list the names and their home addresses of those who didn't vote in the effort to try and shame them.

kokonut · 06-05-2012, 11:49 AM

The DOJ to monitor the election.
PICKET: DOJ to monitor Wisconsin recall election - Washington Times

kokonut · 06-05-2012, 11:52 AM

Historic turnout?

Election official: turnout 'going to be very, very high' - 620 WTMJ - Milwaukee's Source for Local News and Weather

**Foxrac** · 06-05-2012, 12:03 PM

Wisconsin is tossup state so recall election will be very neck to neck so any recount can be possible if too close to call. The article polls aren't reliable and it doesn't prove for election so only final election result will telling.

It doesn't matters if republican and democrat governor wins so WI will have deadlocked state legislative that forced republican and democrat to work together. If democrat governor wins so conservatives will recall the governor so turn to election again in next year and more people are abusing the recall now. The government system in WI is getting more flaws now due to deadlock and recall.

My cousin lives in WI and he said both of republican and democrat governor candidates are crook. He is going move to CA this fall due to new job.

Many Americans are moving to sunbelt states for years and it isn't very long for internal migration turns into disappear with very high content of international migration. It is uncertain for WI to change the influence on election.

kokonut · 06-05-2012, 12:22 PM

Obama sort of campaigns for Barrett.

Quote:

President Barack Obama followed up his tweet in support of Mayor Tom Barrett’s efforts to unseat Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker today with a blast email to Wisconsin email lists beloning to his campaign and the Democratic National Committee.

Sent early Tuesday morning, the email says Barrett has “been a dedicated congressman and a great mayor, and he would make an outstanding governor for Wisconsin,” but makes no mention of Walker. The email’s late timing means it’s unlikely to make much of a difference in an election that has dominated airwaves with tens of millions of advertising dollars.

Obama Emails For Barrett

**TXgolfer** · 06-05-2012, 12:31 PM

Just another case of unions hurting the U.S. Walker will win and the state will have lost alot of money

kokonut · 06-05-2012, 12:32 PM

Obama makes a bold tweet yesterday in support of Barrett

Quote:

"It's Election Day in Wisconsin tomorrow, and I'm standing by Tom Barrett. He'd make an outstanding governor. -bo"

Obama Emails For Barrett

Although he went to Afghanistan but wouldn't set foot in Wisconsin.

kokonut · 06-05-2012, 12:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TXgolfer

Just another case of unions hurting the U.S. Walker will win and the state will have lost alot of money

Yeah. Like I pointed out at the very beginning of this thread, this election will likely be an extremely close one...down to the wire stuff....and that recounts will be demanded and dragged out for the next 2 or 3 weeks.

**TXgolfer** · 06-05-2012, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by kokonut

Yeah. Like I pointed out at the very beginning of this thread, this election will likely be an extremely close one...down to the wire stuff....and that recounts will be demanded and dragged out for the next 2 or 3 weeks.

If this election ends up close or in a Walker loss we are closer to civil war than I thought.

**Foxrac** · 06-05-2012, 12:38 PM

nevermind

**Foxrac** · 06-05-2012, 12:39 PM

nevermind.

**TXgolfer** · 06-05-2012, 12:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kokonut

Obama makes a bold tweet yesterday in support of Barrett

Obama Emails For Barrett

Although he went to Afghanistan but wouldn't set foot in Wisconsin.

Probably the smartest thing obama has done.... He would have hurt the effort by showing up not to mention hurting his effort by tying himself to a loser

kokonut · 06-05-2012, 12:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TXgolfer

If this election ends up close or in a Walker loss we are closer to civil war than I thought.

Well, Eric Holder is taking a special interest in the Wisconsin election. So is his interest in Florida on stopping Florida's effort to address ineligible registered voters (dead or alive) which do not count in an election.
Is Eric Holder Interfering in Wisconsin Recall... | Gather

kokonut · 06-05-2012, 12:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TXgolfer

Probably the smartest thing obama has done.... He would have hurt the effort by showing up not to mention hurting his effort by tying himself to a loser

Any support from him is usually a kiss of death.

**TXgolfer** · 06-05-2012, 12:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kokonut

Well, Eric Holder is taking a special interest in the Wisconsin election. So is his interest in Florida on stopping Florida's effort to address ineligible registered voters (dead or alive) which do not count in an election.
Is Eric Holder Interfering in Wisconsin Recall... | Gather

Yeah they are desperate. But that is the Chicago way..... Bring in the criminal thug to watch over things. Maybe that will keep him from killing border patrol agents though.

**Foxrac** · 06-05-2012, 12:46 PM

nevermind

kokonut · 06-05-2012, 01:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TXgolfer

Yeah they are desperate. But that is the Chicago way..... Bring in the criminal thug to watch over things. Maybe that will keep him from killing border patrol agents though.

Yeah, that Eric Holder reveals himself more and more each day.

kokonut · 06-05-2012, 02:05 PM

Dang it, why didn't Obama go to Wisconsin?

Not even 1,000 people even showed up when Bill Clinton showed up in support of Barrett. Maybe that's why?

kokonut · 06-05-2012, 02:08 PM

Predictable. Dems cry foul only four hours into election. Paranoia reigns.

WisPolitics Election Blog: Dems cry foul early into Election Day; Sen. Taylor demands investigation

**TXgolfer** · 06-05-2012, 02:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kokonut

Dang it, why didn't Obama go to Wisconsin?

Not even 1,000 people even showed up when Bill Clinton showed up in support of Barrett. Maybe that's why?

I doubt Barrett wanted Obama there.....it would have hurt his chances. Look how Obama showing up affected the 2010 races.....and he is less popular now.

kokonut · 06-05-2012, 02:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TXgolfer

I doubt Barrett wanted Obama there.....it would have hurt his chances. Look how Obama showing up affected the 2010 races.....and he is less popular now.

Doesn't matter. Obama lent his support via tweet and email blast....kiss of death I'd say.

**TXgolfer** · 06-05-2012, 02:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kokonut

Doesn't matter. Obama lent his support via tweet and email blast....kiss of death I'd say.

I certainly hope so

**Foxrac** · 06-05-2012, 03:52 PM

nevermind

**Foxrac** · 06-05-2012, 03:53 PM

nevermind

**TXgolfer** · 06-05-2012, 04:47 PM

Looks like there will be massive voter fraud in Wisconsin. Madison clerk is reporting a 119% turnout. Somewhat possible since Wisconsin allows same day registration.....a practice that would invite voter fraud. Our nation is in trouble.

**Foxrac** · 06-05-2012, 06:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TXgolfer

Looks like there will be massive voter fraud in Wisconsin. Madison clerk is reporting a 119% turnout. Somewhat possible since Wisconsin allows same day registration.....a practice that would invite voter fraud. Our nation is in trouble.

Some Wisconsinites disagree with you.

However, it looks suspicious.

kokonut · 06-05-2012, 07:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TXgolfer

Looks like there will be massive voter fraud in Wisconsin. Madison clerk is reporting a 119% turnout. Somewhat possible since Wisconsin allows same day registration.....a practice that would invite voter fraud. Our nation is in trouble.

It turns out to be 96% now.

Wisconsin recall turnout: 119 percent? Not exactly - POLITICO.com

kokonut · 06-05-2012, 07:25 PM

If you want to watch the votes come in as they are reported go here:

Ace of Spades HQ Decision Desk

Winner! Scott Walker
County Results - Election Center 2010 - Elections & Politics from CNN.com

That was in 2010. Good for comparison purposes. That page should get updated for the 2012 results after 8 PM Wisconsin time.

06-05-2012, 11:38 AM	#3 (permalink)
kokonut Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 15,348	When voting intimidation backfires.... Mailings that list voting records set off some neighbors - JSOnline You're not suppose to list the names and their home addresses of those who didn't vote in the effort to try and shame them. __________________ Before AD. After AD. "Restriction on free thought and free speech is the most dangerous of all subversions. It is the one un-American act that could most easily defeat us." -Thurgood Marshall, former Supreme Court Justice "... turns out they are telling the truth."

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kokonut Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 15,348	The DOJ to monitor the election. PICKET: DOJ to monitor Wisconsin recall election - Washington Times __________________ Before AD. After AD. "Restriction on free thought and free speech is the most dangerous of all subversions. It is the one un-American act that could most easily defeat us." -Thurgood Marshall, former Supreme Court Justice "... turns out they are telling the truth."

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kokonut Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 15,348	Historic turnout? Election official: turnout 'going to be very, very high' - 620 WTMJ - Milwaukee's Source for Local News and Weather __________________ Before AD. After AD. "Restriction on free thought and free speech is the most dangerous of all subversions. It is the one un-American act that could most easily defeat us." -Thurgood Marshall, former Supreme Court Justice "... turns out they are telling the truth."

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Foxrac Need Stormtroopers? Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Zaphias Posts: 32,646	Wisconsin is tossup state so recall election will be very neck to neck so any recount can be possible if too close to call. The article polls aren't reliable and it doesn't prove for election so only final election result will telling. It doesn't matters if republican and democrat governor wins so WI will have deadlocked state legislative that forced republican and democrat to work together. If democrat governor wins so conservatives will recall the governor so turn to election again in next year and more people are abusing the recall now. The government system in WI is getting more flaws now due to deadlock and recall. My cousin lives in WI and he said both of republican and democrat governor candidates are crook. He is going move to CA this fall due to new job. Many Americans are moving to sunbelt states for years and it isn't very long for internal migration turns into disappear with very high content of international migration. It is uncertain for WI to change the influence on election. __________________ In Moto We Trust Last edited by Foxrac; 06-06-2012 at 01:02 PM.

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kokonut Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 15,348	Dang it, why didn't Obama go to Wisconsin? Not even 1,000 people even showed up when Bill Clinton showed up in support of Barrett. Maybe that's why? __________________ Before AD. After AD. "Restriction on free thought and free speech is the most dangerous of all subversions. It is the one un-American act that could most easily defeat us." -Thurgood Marshall, former Supreme Court Justice "... turns out they are telling the truth."

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kokonut Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 15,348	Predictable. Dems cry foul only four hours into election. Paranoia reigns. WisPolitics Election Blog: Dems cry foul early into Election Day; Sen. Taylor demands investigation __________________ Before AD. After AD. "Restriction on free thought and free speech is the most dangerous of all subversions. It is the one un-American act that could most easily defeat us." -Thurgood Marshall, former Supreme Court Justice "... turns out they are telling the truth."

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06-05-2012, 04:47 PM	#27 (permalink)
TXgolfer Dream Weaver Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Everywhere Posts: 17,687	Looks like there will be massive voter fraud in Wisconsin. Madison clerk is reporting a 119% turnout. Somewhat possible since Wisconsin allows same day registration.....a practice that would invite voter fraud. Our nation is in trouble. airportcop likes this. __________________ Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good. - Romans 12:21 Sometimes at night, I see their faces. I feel the traces they've left on my soul

06-05-2012, 07:25 PM	#30 (permalink)
kokonut Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 15,348	If you want to watch the votes come in as they are reported go here: Ace of Spades HQ Decision Desk Winner! Scott Walker County Results - Election Center 2010 - Elections & Politics from CNN.com That was in 2010. Good for comparison purposes. That page should get updated for the 2012 results after 8 PM Wisconsin time. __________________ Before AD. After AD. "Restriction on free thought and free speech is the most dangerous of all subversions. It is the one un-American act that could most easily defeat us." -Thurgood Marshall, former Supreme Court Justice "... turns out they are telling the truth."

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