Data Wonk
The Impact of Republican Tax Cuts
It relies on supply side economics. So how well is that working?
Sep 19th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Making Wisconsin More Like Texas
Schimel and Walker support changes in Affordable Care Act most voters oppose. Why?
Sep 12th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Walker Cost State 80,000 Jobs
Jobs grew 33 percent less under him compared to other states, the data shows.
Sep 5th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
The Case for Single Payer Care
65% in this state get insurance at work. Would they support Medicare for All?
Aug 29th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Must Democrats Have a Unified Message?
So claims a NYT story. But the party generally fares better by allowing differing views.
Aug 22nd, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Why Republicans Lack Health Coverage
Trump’s attack on Affordable Care Act mostly hurts Republicans, the data shows.
Aug 15th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
The Trouble with Freedom Indices
Assumption that government spending reduces freedom limits the ability to assess government programs.
Aug 8th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
How Government Helps the Economy
A government safety net is the best way of assuring the economy can evolve and grow.
Aug 1st, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
The Rise of Federalist Society Judges
Nationally and in Wisconsin they have become activists and super legislators.
Jul 25th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Why Roys Is Wrong On School Choice
And what this may say about the Democratic Party.
Jul 18th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
McAdams Decision Is a Travesty
Cyber-bullying was championed by state Supreme Court, while trashing faculty governance.
Jul 11th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
How Trump Threatens State’s Exports
As parties flip-flop on free trade, can Wisconsin’s export economy be protected?
Jul 5th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
