Data Wonk
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
Can Democrats Still Contest Gerrymander?
Strange Supreme Court decision on Wisconsin redistricting leaves some room for hope.
Jun 27th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Comparing Badger Economy to Border States
Wisconsin does both better and worse than neighboring states.
Jun 20th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Solving Murders in Milwaukee
Milwaukee’s arrest rate in murder cases outpaces that of most other large U.S. cities.
Jun 13th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
The Republican Love of Big Government
Are Republican states the most socialistic?
Jun 6th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
