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Wisconsin Gubernatorial Candidates Share Their Vision for the State
Wisconsin Gubernatorial Candidates Share Their Vision for the State What’s Next for Wisconsin? Candidates for Governor Weigh In As Wisconsin prepares for its next gubernatorial election, voters deserve a clear understanding of where candidates stand on the issues that...
IRG Poll: Wisconsin Voters Want Cheaper Food, Lower Taxes and Smaller Government
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 24, 2026 Contact: [email protected] IRG Poll: Wisconsin Voters Want Cheaper Food, Lower Taxes and Smaller Government A new poll finds continued sweeping, cross-party demand for affordability Delafield, Wis. —...
Oversight Hearing Success: IRG Testifies as GOAT Committee Starts Shining a Light on DPI
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 15, 2026 Contact: [email protected] Oversight Hearing Success: IRG Testifies as GOAT Committee Starts Shining a Light on DPI Superintendent Underly skips hearing, sends staff who were not part of the water park conference in...
IRG Files Complaint Over DPI’s Secret Meeting to Lower Testing Standards
IRG Files Complaint Over DPI’s Secret Meeting to Lower Testing Standards Action Could Lead to Court Striking Down DPI’s Lowered Test Score Standards DELAFIELD, Wis. — The Institute for Reforming Government (IRG) announced on Tuesday that it filed a complaint to hold...
IRG: DPI Teacher Report Requires Smart Solutions, Not More Spending
IRG: DPI Teacher Report Requires Smart Solutions, Not More Spending Failure to train, staff, and retain better is creating a crisis for schools Delafield, Wis. – The Institute for Reforming Government (IRG) analyzed the 2024 Educator Preparation Program and Workforce...
New Hire Brings State Government and Oversight Expertise
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 1, 2026 Contact: [email protected] New Hire Brings State Government and Oversight Expertise Maryjane Behm will immediately help reform and accountability efforts at IRG Action and IRG Delafield, Wis. – Momentum at the...