Data Wonk
The Decline of Reaganism
The Church of the Gipper is defied by Donald Trump. Will Republicans adjust their ideology?
Sep 7th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Redistricting and Democracy
Gerrymandering has eliminated nearly all competitive legislative and congressional districts.
Aug 24th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Which Candidates Lie the Most?
Aggregating the Politifact ratings of candidates for president and U.S. Senate.
Aug 17th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
The Further Adventures of John Doe
U.S. Supreme Court signals it might take appeal of decision shutting down John Doe probe.
Jul 22nd, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Schools With Low-Income Students Can Succeed
But they tend to be charter schools. Will Abele use OSPP to create more?
Jul 20th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Can MPS Learn From the Data?
Its rejection of the Opportunity Schools Partnership is merely one sign the answer is no.
Jul 13th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
The Radical State Supreme Court?
Three cases reveal the court overruling precedent while claiming it isn’t.
Jul 7th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Why Trump’s Hostile Takeover Succeeded
The data shows how he stole Republican Party despite opposition of its leaders.
Jun 23rd, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
How to Fix Medicaid
State officials wrestling with problem of rising costs ignore the obvious solution.
Jun 22nd, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Possible Solutions to Murder in Milwaukee
Should it be treated as health epidemic? And why are shootings now more lethal?
Jun 16th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Murder in Milwaukee
What do the statistics tell us about homicides and why they happen?
Jun 9th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
