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The Insiders
by WisPolitics
"The Insiders" is a weekly WisOpinion web show featuring former Democratic Senate Majority Leader Chuck Chvala and former Republican Assembly Speaker Scott Jensen. The two discuss the latest in Wisconsin politics.
Episodes
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'The Insiders' take up the battle for control of the Wisconsin Legislature
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, take up the battle for legislative majorities in the Wisconsin Senate and Assembly. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' assess the race for Wisconsin governor
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, look at the 2026 Wisconsin race for governor with Nov. 3 Election Day less than four weeks away. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' look at major cases on the Wisconsin Supreme Court's docket
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, look at the major cases on the docket for the Wisconsin Supreme Court 2026-27 session. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' handicap Wisconsin's top congressional races
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, examine the races for Wisconsin's 1st and 3rd Congressional Districts as Democrats seek to unseat Republican incumbents. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' examine the battle for control of the Wisconsin Legislature
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, review the upcoming races to control the Wisconsin Legislature and the issues that favor each party. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' discuss Wisconsin's race for governor
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss the Wisconsin race for governor between Republican U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany and Democratic Milwaukee County Exec. David Crowley. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' discuss perennial delays in Milwaukee absentee ballot results
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss an election worker's error that led to delayed Milwaukee results for the August primary and broader issues resulting in late absentee ballot results from Milwaukee's central count facility in prior elections. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties...
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'The Insiders' examine the post-primary battle for control of Wisconsin's Legislature
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, consider how the recent legislative primary will affect the November election. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' analyze the Van Orden-Cooke rematch in Wisconsin's 3rd CD
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen look at the rematch in Wisconsin's 3rd Congressional District between Dem Rebecca Cooke and Republican incumbent Derrick Van Orden. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' analyze Wisconsin's gubernatorial primary results
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, review the recent Wisconsin gubernatorial primary, its late-stage twists and turns, and the general election dynamics for November. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center for Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' take a last look at Wisconsin's Dem primary for governor ahead of Tuesday's vote
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, take a final look at the candidates vying to win the primary for Wisconsin governor on August 11. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center for Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' debate who will pay the political price for rising energy costs
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss which party has a better message on energy costs facing voters in the 2026 midterm election. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' discuss the parade of Trump surrogates visiting Wisconsin
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss the use of Trump surrogates campaigning on behalf of GOP candidates in Wisconsin. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' discuss the debate among GOP candidates for state's 7th CD
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss the recent debate among GOP candidates for Wisconsin's 7th CD. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' examine the Dem primary for Wisconsin governor with Crowley, Hughes out
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, examine the Dem field for governor with David Crowley and Missy Hughes dropping their bids to back Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' analyze top Wisconsin primaries
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, consider the chances for candidates vying to win top Wisconsin primary elections in August. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' discuss how the 3rd CD race could tip control of Congress
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss how candidates in Wisconsin's 3rd Congressional District might tip partisan control of Congress in the midterm elections. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' handicap the Dem field for Wisconsin governor
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, handicap the Democratic contenders for governor as the Dem primary moves into high gear. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' preview the 2026 WisDems state convention
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, preview the Democratic Party of Wisconsin's state convention two months before the primary election. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership. Follow WisPolitics-State Affairs coverage of the...
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'The Insiders' discuss lawsuits challenging Wisconsin's congressional lines
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, look at efforts to appeal lawsuits challenging Wisconsin's congressional lines after three-judge panels dismissed them. This episode was recorded before the Wisconsin Supreme Court agreed to hear an appeal in one of the cases, which argued the current...
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'The Insiders' examine Wisconsin's 7th CD GOP primary
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, look at Wisconsin's 7th Congressional District primary, where big money is backing competing GOP hopefuls. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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The Insiders: Could recent GOP retirements shift Assembly control to Dems?
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, consider whether recent retirements by GOP Assembly legislators in Wisconsin will shift the majority to Democrats in fall elections. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' discuss the Wisconsin Senate shooting down the $1.8B surplus deal
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, take up the state Senate vote shooting down the $1.8 billion tax cut and school aid package that Gov. Tony Evers worked out with GOP leaders. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' preview the 2026 WisGOP state convention
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, preview the Republican Party of Wisconsin's upcoming state convention and discuss challenges facing the party going into the midterms. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' examine the tension between funding Wisconsin schools, reducing property taxes
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss whether state school funding or lowering property taxes is the more dominant political issue. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' discuss Evers' end-of-session vetoes, bill signings
The WisPolitics.com Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss Governor Evers' vetoes and bipartisan bill signings for the recent legislative session. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' discuss regents' firing of Rothman as Universities of Wisconsin president
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, look at the UW Board of Regents' removal of Jay Rothman as Universities of Wisconsin president. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center for Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' analyze Taylor's 20-point win over Lazar in Wisconsin's Supreme Court race
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss the large margin of victory for liberal Judge Chris Taylor over conservative Judge Maria Lazar in Tuesday's Supreme Court election. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center for Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' debate affordability and the midterm elections in Wisconsin
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, look at the affordability issue and how it will play in the upcoming midterm elections in Wisconsin. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' review how Wisconsin governor candidates fared in the Marquette Law School poll
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, look at support for candidates in recent polls during these early stages of the race for Wisconsin governor. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' analyze the race for Wisconsin Supreme Court
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, look at the upcoming Wisconsin Supreme Court election in April and how that race has changed in recent years. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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"The Insiders" consider whether Evers, GOP leaders can reach a deal on tax relief, school funding
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss whether Gov. Tony Evers and GOP legislative leaders will come to an agreement on proposals to use the state's $2.5 billion budget surplus for property tax relief and school aid. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G....
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'The Insiders' check in on Wisconsin's Supreme Court, midterm elections
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, look at upcoming Wisconsin elections and the impact of President Donald Trump's endorsement of candidates. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center for Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' consider whether Wisconsin is next target for ICE surge
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, look at federal immigration enforcement actions in other states and consider whether Wisconsin is next. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' discuss how election-year politics may shape plans for Wisconsin's $2.5B surplus
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss how the 2026 legislative elections will shape plans to spend Wisconsin's $2.5 billion budget surplus. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' weigh in on the political fight over data centers in Wisconsin
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, look at the political uproar over data centers and legislation for siting them in Wisconsin. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' consider how Evers will spend his final year in office
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, consider what Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers will do in his final year in office. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership
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'The Insiders' discuss how the right of first refusal lost its spark
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, consider how a transmission line bill dubbed "right of first refusal" lost support in the Wisconsin Legislature. The bill would have given utilities with existing infrastructure in Wisconsin the first crack at building transmission lines. Sponsored by…
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'The Insiders' discuss Wisconsin Republicans' election-year legislative agenda
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, consider the Wisconsin's GOP-controlled Legislature's possible agenda for the 2026 election year. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' debate what's behind Wisconsin's rising property tax bills
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss property tax increases facing property owners and how Wisconsin legislators could address the issue. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' look ahead to 2026 in Wisconsin politics
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss the big issues they see impacting Wisconsin politics in 2026. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' crown their political winners and losers of 2025
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, take a look back on the political winners and losers in Wisconsin in 2025. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' discuss the federal ban on hemp-derived THC products
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, take up the federal ban on hemp products containing THC and its effect on a multi-million dollar industry in Wisconsin. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' discuss Wisconsin Congressional redistricting cases now before judicial panels
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, look at court cases seeking the redrawing of Wisconsin's Congressional district boundaries. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' consider top issues before the Wisconsin Supreme Court
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, consider cases the Wisconsin Supreme Court plans to address and other issues it may take up. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' analyze the race for Wisconsin attorney general
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, take an early look at the race for the Wisconsin attorney general. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public leadership.
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'The Insiders' discuss a bipartisan vote to audit the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss the recent bipartisan Legislative Audit Committee vote to audit the Department of Public Instruction following a series of issues involving the department. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on…
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'The Insiders' weigh in on what Dem victories nationally mean for Wisconsin's governor's race
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss the impact of the recent Democratic victories nationally on Wisconsin's race for governor in 2026. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' discuss Ortiz-Velez's break from the Wisconsin Assembly Dem caucus
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, share differing views on a series of issues involving Milwaukee Democratic state Rep. Sylvia Ortiz-Velez, who has left the Wisconsin Assembly Dem caucus. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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'The Insiders' discuss legislation to allow early processing of absentee ballots
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss legislation to allow clerks to process absentee ballots the day before election day. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
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"The Insiders" is a weekly WisOpinion web show featuring former Democratic Senate Majority Leader Chuck Chvala and former Republican Assembly Speaker Scott Jensen. The two discuss the latest in Wisconsin politics.
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