Data Wonk
Harris May Need More Than 51% of Vote
Wisconsin looks good, but she may need 3% lead in national vote to win electoral college.
Sep 11th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
Abortions Up In U.S., Down in State
Rising since 2017 and even after Dobbs decision. But declining in Wisconsin since 2022.
Sep 4th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
Will Trump Protect Social Security and Medicare?
So claims literature mailed by Republican Party of Wisconsin. Let's examine the facts.
Aug 28th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
WOW Counties Turning Less Republican
Ozaukee and Waukesha now less red while Washington County resists the trend.
Aug 21st, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
Why Do Republicans Say They’re Struggling?
Their positive views on economy turned sour even as the economy improved. What gives?
Aug 14th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
What Tuesday’s Election Tells Us
Two cynical structured and timed amendments and one race for Waukesha County DA that ignores actual data.
Aug 8th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
Did Trump Oversee The Best Economy in History?
The data for Wisconsin and nation offers a less euphoric conclusion.
Jul 31st, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
Why Those Proposed Amendments to State Constitution?
Why did Republicans craft them? And why did choose August election for the vote?
Jul 24th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
Why Absentee Ballot Drop Boxes Are Now Legal
The explanation begins with a highly unusual 2022 Wisconsin Supreme Court decision.
Jul 17th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
The Imperial Legislature Is Shot Down
6-1 decision by Wisconsin Supreme Court a surprise. What does it tell us about the court?
Jul 10th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
Counting the Lies By Trump
The other side of his debate with Joe Biden.
Jul 3rd, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
How Did Politics Affect Covid Deaths?
Data by state shows interesting trend for Wisconsin, the U.S.
Jun 26th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
