Data Wonk
The Impact of Obamacare
States that embraced it have greatly lowered the number of uninsured. What’s the impact on Wisconsin?
Jul 17th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson
Is Walker to Blame for Poor Job Growth?
Liberal and conservatives adamantly disagree. What does the data show?
Jul 9th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson
Supreme Court May Disappoint Conservatives
Their past decisions may force them to rule against those appealing the John Doe investigation.
Jun 30th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson
The Milwaukee Advantage
Why is population growth here better than in most Great Lakes states?
Jun 26th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson
The Democratic Disadvantage
Republicans can continue to control the legislature with 46% of the statewide vote. How can Democrats overcome this edge?
Jun 18th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson
Will New EPA Rules Hurt Wisconsin’s Economy?
Looking at the impact of efforts to combat global warming.
Jun 9th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson
Walker’s Record on Unemployment
Wisconsin has had less success reducing unemployment than surrounding states. Why?
May 28th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson
Milwaukee Is a Great Lakes Star
New census estimates show Milwaukee’s population is growing faster than any other Great Lakes city.
May 7th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson
Journal Sentinel Gets Snookered by Walker
Newspaper’s vaunted Politifact column approves of Walker’s very misleading claim about state job growth.
May 1st, 2014 by Bruce Thompson
Decline of the Dairy State
Walker’s policies may help depopulate farms. How will cities be affected?
Apr 16th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson
Why Utah Scores High on New Economy Rankings
Yes, it’s conservative, but it strongly supports rail transit and urban living. Final story of a series.
Apr 2nd, 2014 by Bruce Thompson
Why Wisconsin Lags in High Tech Economy
Are the state’s liberals too opposed to change? Part II in a series.
Mar 5th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson
