Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker's Victory Will Spur Other Governors

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"We must close union offices, confiscate their money, and put their leaders in prison. We must reduce workers' salaries and take away their right to strike."--­Adolf Hitler, May 2, 1933”

John Bryans Fontaine of CT 12:28PM March 11, 2011

The "Elliot Ness" of 2011, the "Wyatt Earp" of Wisconsin, the new "Gene Kelly", who danced into the hearts of the honest and hard-working American taxpayer!

You stood up to the bandits and thieves of government, and as such, you are to be praised, sir!

Scott Walker, POTUS, 2012!

Icanseeclearlynow of WI 12:24PM March 11, 2011

Walker's polls number have shot down due to this, and it's at least possible (if not probable) that Republicans will lose control of one of the state houses due to recall elections directly as fall-out from this bill. No one, no where is looking to emulate Scott Walker right now. What reality are you living in where his poll numbers are good and the Wisconsin residents are happy with him?

Bob of WI 11:46AM March 11, 2011

He did the right thing. I hope other states follow suit.

However, I have no doubt all articles, such as this one praising him, will be defaced by his detractors, who claim they want a democratic process, but only really want it when they win.

Instead of whining and hiding under the bed, just vote him out in 2015 if you think he is so bad. I bet he'll get another term if he wants, one, though. He'll get the state's budget back in order and in the end will be well-liked and respected.

NC of OH 11:46AM March 11, 2011

Peter Roff to ingest more cheeseburgers to augment his wattle

Jack Spoonwhistler of IN 11:41AM March 11, 2011

BumperSticker: Koch Addict Walker hates Middle Class!

New Drink: Mix Koch and Walker -- a White Collar SweatShop

RC of NJ 11:40AM March 11, 2011

Events in Wisconsin and strategies put forth by the GOP are exactly what America needs right now! How else can we preserve all the entitlements for the wealthy? They deserve their tax breaks, tax shelters, and endless loopholes that allow them a comfy 15% - 20% income tax. Warren Buffet pays 16% income tax, without tax shelters! I made less than $50,000 my best year and I paid 35% income tax. Now I am disabled and heartbroken that I can no longer help contribute my 35% to preserve the tax entitlements for the wealthiest, and bestest Americans ever. My apologies.

GOP supporter of CA 11:35AM March 11, 2011

I morn the death of democrocy. We have aloud the weathy 1% to get their way. It is a very sad day indeed.

juli of WI 11:33AM March 11, 2011

wonder if the guy above is a teacher..

wonder if he lives in Wisconsin...

wonder why he was not at work teaching...

dave of FL 11:17AM March 11, 2011

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Peter Roff

Peter Roff

Peter Roff is a contributing editor at U.S. News & World Report. Formerly a senior political writer for United Press International, he’s now affiliated with several public policy organizations including Let Freedom Ring, and Frontiers of Freedom. His writing has appeared in National Review, Fox News’ opinion section, The Daily Caller, Politico and elsewhere. Follow him on Twitter @PeterRoff.

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