Former state Sen. Robert Cowles reflects on the detrimental effects of a 2015 Wisconsin law that allowed unlimited campaign spending. As the state gears up for a Supreme Court election, Cowles notes the prevalence of attack ads from special interest groups and the staggering $80 million already spent, surpassing previous records. He believes this financial influence has shifted the focus from substantive issues to sensationalized messaging, undermining meaningful discussions among candidates and voters.
Ten years ago, when Wisconsin lawmakers approved a bill to allow unlimited spending in state elections, only one Republican voted no. 'I just thought big money was an evil,...'
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