Economics
Foxconn’s 1 Million Square Feet; Of What?
Despite media claims, new facility unlikely to be a Gen 6 manufacturer. So what will it be?
Jan 23rd, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
Evers Calls Special Session on Dairy Crisis
His State-of-State speech also announces nonpartisan redistricting commission.
Jan 23rd, 2020 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public Radio
High CEO Pay Due to Stock Buybacks?
It’s definitely one cause. It may also make the American economy less productive.
Jul 17th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
Yes, Minnesota Beats Wisconsin
But is its better economic performance due to more liberal policies?
May 16th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Trickle Up Economics
The Great Recession’s huge impact on employment shows why trickle down doesn’t work.
May 9th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Is Wisconsin’s Economy “On Fire”?
Walker says so in new ad that slams Illinois. Is its claim true or false?
Nov 1st, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
You Dare Not Question Scott Walker
A Federalist column attacks my conclusion that governors have little impact on the economy.
Jun 7th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
Trump Tariffs Will Hurt State Workers
Manufacturers like Harley will suffer, as when a steel tariff was imposed in 2002.
Feb 2nd, 2017 by John Norquist
Milwaukee’s Economic Challenge
A new study shows Milwaukee is among the ten most distressed cities. Is it accurate?
Mar 1st, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
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
Tax Cuts Do Little to Spur Job Growth
Cuts skewed toward wealthy and haven't created jobs, statistics show.
Aug 19th, 2015 by Tamarine Cornelius
Abele and Lubar Help Startup Businesses
M7 region needs more entrepreneurs to reinvent economy.
Aug 4th, 2015 by John Torinus
