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Historical Essay

The History of Recall Elections in Wisconsin

Read an account of the history of recall elections in Wisconsin. This article also includes a Wisconsin recall timeline and citations of scholarly sources.
Historical Essay

Origins of the Wisconsin Primary (presidential or state?)

Learn about Robert M. La Follette's efforts to instill primary elections in the Wisconsin political system, replacing bribery by party bosses.
Historical Essay

Milwaukee Sewer Socialism

How Wisconsin Became America's Most Socialist State
Discover how Milwaukee, Wisconsin became America's first Socialist city.
Historical Essay

Historic Changes in Wisconsin Primary Law

Learn about Robert M. La Follette's significant role in establishing the direct primary elections in Wisconsin.
Historical Essay

Progressivism and the Wisconsin Idea

The History of the Movement
Discover how Robert "Fighting Bob" La Follette, the Wisconsin Republican Party and the Progressive Movement reformed state and national government.
Historical Essay

Robert M. La Follette

Governor and Progressive
Discover how Robert "Fighting Bob" La Follette and the Progressive Movement reformed state government and the Republican Party.
Historical Essay

Wisconsin Governors

View a chronological list of Wisconsin governors.

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