Business
6 Trends Hurting State’s Workers
State’s shrinking middle class can’t be reversed unless these trends change.
Sep 5th, 2017 by Tamarine CorneliusFoxconn Multiplier Overstates New Jobs
The 2.7 economic multiplier is absurdly high. Here’s why.
Sep 2nd, 2017 by William L. Holahan and Charles O. KronckeMining Bill Will Pollute the State
And will overturn 1998 law passed overwhelmingly and backed by most voters.
Aug 30th, 2017 by Spencer BlackNewest Deal Shows Foxconn Flaws
Walker spends 11 times more per job on Foxconn than Haribo candy company?
Aug 29th, 2017 by Bruce MurphyWhere Are the People?
Bill to end occupational licensing backed by right wing groups, but just one worker testifies in favor.
Aug 29th, 2017 by State Sen. Kathleen VinehoutWould Democratic Governor Kill Foxconn Deal?
Democratic candidates for governor oppose deal. Could they kill it if elected?
Aug 28th, 2017 by Steven WaltersIllinois Loves Our Foxconn Deal
They get more jobs. We pay the entire $3 billion in taxes.
Aug 26th, 2017 by State Sen. Kathleen VinehoutFoxconn, Biking and State Roads
$3 billion spent on transportation would create more jobs, fix all roads, add bike lanes.
Aug 25th, 2017 by Dave CieslewiczFoxconn Should Embrace Green Goals
They’ve operated with high environmental standards in Mexico. Why not in Wisconsin?
Aug 24th, 2017 by John TorinusPaper Peddles Bogus Foxconn Report
Puffed-up report by Walker crony swallowed whole by Journal Sentinel.
Aug 23rd, 2017 by Bruce MurphyAlthea’s Lingerie Has a Unique Niche
The owners's goal: the perfect fit for every customer.
Aug 22nd, 2017 by Caroline BlairFoxconn Biggest Deal in State History
Review of past deals shows its 35 times more than biggest prior state payout.
Aug 21st, 2017 by Steven Walters