Data Wonk
Why Mortality is Rising for Middle Aged Whites
Since 2000, the death rate for this group has begun rising. Are there political causes?
Nov 11th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Has Wisconsin Become a Can’t Do State?
State’s still lagging economy points to problems with political leadership.
Nov 3rd, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Do More Guns Lower Crime?
That’s the theory behind proposed bill to permit guns in college buildings. Is the theory true?
Oct 28th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Marching Towards Ideological Conformity
Ideology prevents Republicans from offering real solutions. Ditto for liberal charter school haters.
Oct 20th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
What Explains Trump’s Popularity?
Polls of Wisconsin voters and other data provides disturbing clues.
Oct 13th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Is ObamaCare Working in Wisconsin?
Yes, because Walker used one part of Obamacare to replace what he rejected.
Sep 30th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
The Fall of Scott Walker
Did the Club for Growth contribute to the rise of Donald Trump and the fall of Scott Walker?
Sep 23rd, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Why Was Cindy Archer Lawsuit Pursued?
It’s certainly not helping conservatives who filed it. Another John Doe mystery.
Sep 16th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
The Mysterious Silence of John Chisholm
His unwillingness to answer challenges to John Doe raises questions.
Sep 9th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Mysteries of the John Doe investigation
The probe has left many mysteries and unanswered questions. First of two parts.
Aug 31st, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Will Walker Plan to Replace ObamaCare Work?
He’s the only Republican to present a specific plan, but its results might explain why.
Aug 24th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
The John Doe Fiction Continues
National Review doubles down on dubious claim of “paramilitary raids.”
Aug 18th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
