Commentary
Clarke v. Moews should be November ballot
Milwaukee County Sheriff David A. Clarke looks like a sure thing, but he has to face MPD Lt. Chris Moews in a race that pits the "Fox News Democrat" against a real Democrat.
Aug 12th, 2010 by Patti WenzelBlind justice flies the rainbow flag
George H.W. Bush appointee Chief Judge Vaughn Walker overturns Prop 8 under the crazy notion that the legality of marriage is not about values - it's about rights.
Aug 9th, 2010 by Will DurstReligious freedom for all
Muslims wish to worship within blocks of Ground Zero. This is what America is about; to say otherwise is an affront to our Constitution and democratic values.
Aug 8th, 2010 by Patti WenzelDo this, don’t do that
The summer of 2010 shall henceforth be known as the Summer of Boycotts. But it's sort of a good thing.
Aug 7th, 2010 by Erin PetersenOur grandchildren deserve better politicians
A good number of Republicans said they were thinking of their grandchildren when they voted down climate change legislation. Apparently the kids like hot weather.
Aug 5th, 2010 by Donald KaulAfghanistan, our own spa-spangled bog
To say the Afghan War Diary reveals a disparity between public position and ground-level reality is like pointing out the difference between yoga and bayonets.
Aug 2nd, 2010 by Will DurstNo Flyers, route reductions and fare increases in future
The Milwaukee County Transit Service proposes all of these measures to stay within the 2011 county budget constraints and goal to not raise the tax levy.
Jul 31st, 2010 by Patti WenzelBlind, reckless or just plain mean?
What is wrong with the GOP? They must see that reinforcing their stereotype as the Party Of The Rich is not a good idea. Or maybe not.
Jul 28th, 2010 by Will DurstThe battle over “Raw Love”
Ald.Donovan erupts and gets the whole city arguing over art vs. vandalism. TCD weighs in with the facts and visual arts writers Kat Murrell, Judith Ann Moriarty and Valerie J. Christell share their thoughts.
Jul 21st, 2010 by Third Coast DailyTroubling trends seen in teen drug use
After a decade of consistent declines, national data for 2009 reflect noticeable increases in teens’ alcohol and drug use.
Jul 12th, 2010 by Julie SneiderDelay is no longer an option
Something needs to be done with the Hoan Bridge before the concrete chunks become too big for the nets. Save this Milwaukee icon now.
Jul 11th, 2010 by Patti WenzelDowntown development plans seek connections
City planners want to restore the essence of grandeur to Wisconsin Avenue and connect the many boroughs of downtown, to create a sense of place and solidify Downtown Milwaukee as a statewide destination.
Jul 7th, 2010 by Patti Wenzel