Commentary
Happy 234th birthday, America
Here’s hoping your Independence Day is beyond terrific. No matter what side of the political spectrum your team plays on, this is a non-partisan party.
Jul 4th, 2010 by Will Durst
Why we celebrate
As you enjoy the three-day weekend, reflect on the rights and freedoms fought and won for 234 years ago.
Jul 4th, 2010 by Patti Wenzel
It’s time to go now!
As Ronald Reagan once said, "Never attack a fellow party member." Not only has Mark Neumann alienated his allies in the GOP, he's run his campaign into the ground. It's time to go.
Jun 25th, 2010 by Patti Wenzel
Politics as usual
It's comforting to know that no matter how urgent the crisis facing the American people, our politicians will find ample time to grandstand.
Jun 23rd, 2010 by Will Durst
apples to apples
Except for money and style, Ron Johnson and David Westlake are the same Republican candidate. Will Feingold be worried?
Jun 22nd, 2010 by Patti Wenzel
Board needs to focus on MPS, not Arizona
How is it appropriate for MPS to waste time on a resolution to boycott Arizona when its own roof is falling in? Conscientious objection, or PR smoke screen?
Jun 21st, 2010 by Patti Wenzel
Welcome new neighbors with new development
Low-income housing is not a bad idea, it's just had a lot of bad press. The misconception that affordable housing automatically equates to crime is an assumption that is both unfair and uninformed.
Jun 19th, 2010 by Patti Wenzel
Cowboy Down
Mister President, you are many things. But Chief Executive of Butt Kicking is not what we hired you for.
Jun 16th, 2010 by Will Durst
Cure ailing schools to improve kids’ health
Better education is related to better health.
Jun 14th, 2010 by Julie Sneider
Walker taking on two Democrats in race to Madison
Scott Walker will likely face off against Tom Barrett in November, but he is clearly running a campaign aimed straight at Jim Doyle.
Jun 13th, 2010 by Patti Wenzel
Is this really the future of bus transit?
Officials predict a $10.2 million budget shortage in 2011 which could lead to a 14 percent route reduction. It's time to save MCTS.
Jun 11th, 2010 by Patti Wenzel
The bright side of the BP oil spill
America has always been the Imperial Wizard of the International Optimists League. When we're handed lemons, we make lemonade. All we need is a couple of dump trucks full of sugar and ironically, some clean water.
Jun 9th, 2010 by Will Durst
