Dirty dancing in the high court
A now-infamous campaign ad by State Supreme Court Justice Michael Gableman damaged the Court's reputation. Former Justice Janine Geske on how things went so wrong.
Jul 23rd, 2010
Sorry Ron, some “freedoms” are not worth the cost
George Will's tribute to Ron Johnson in the Washington Post ignores the realities of Ron Johnson's Randian brand of "freedom."
Jun 2nd, 2010
Is America on the verge of social collapse?
In 2009, Chris predicted that the economic crisis might force society to become more compassionate. Recent evidence suggests otherwise, but he hasn't given up hope
May 11th, 2010
Feel free to play along
So now that health care is passed, things are going to settle down a little on the Hill, right? Not so much
Apr 17th, 2010
Can privatization save our parks?
Scratch the surface of Milwaukee Parks' recent gold medal and you'll find a rotting foundation.
Mar 17th, 2010
Talk Radio in a civil society
Scientists have learned that politics is about finding stuff that makes us feel good. But at this very moment, our politics manifests a partisanship that slouches toward pathology.
Feb 25th, 2010
Obama’s presidency one year in
Author Chris Beem examines the first year of Obama's presidency and provides a helpful guide to understanding his modus operandi.
Jan 20th, 2010
State Supreme Court’s Gableman and loophole logic
Public funding for judicial elections may open a can of worms the state can't afford to chance.
Dec 15th, 2009
Taking their show on the road
The "dynamic" duo prepare to hit the campaign trail. But outside Milwaukee county, will anyone care?
Nov 24th, 2009
