Economics

Back in the News: Foxconn’s 1 Million Square Feet; Of What?
Back in the News

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?

Evers Calls Special Session on Dairy Crisis

Evers Calls Special Session on Dairy Crisis

His State-of-State speech also announces nonpartisan redistricting commission.

Data Wonk: High CEO Pay Due to Stock Buybacks?
Data Wonk

High CEO Pay Due to Stock Buybacks?

It’s definitely one cause. It may also make the American economy less productive.

Data Wonk: Yes, Minnesota Beats Wisconsin
Data Wonk

Yes, Minnesota Beats Wisconsin

But is its better economic performance due to more liberal policies?

Data Wonk: Trickle Up Economics
Data Wonk

Trickle Up Economics

The Great Recession’s huge impact on employment shows why trickle down doesn’t work.

Data Wonk: Is Wisconsin’s Economy “On Fire”?
Data Wonk

Is Wisconsin’s Economy “On Fire”?

Walker says so in new ad that slams Illinois. Is its claim true or false?

Data Wonk: You Dare Not Question Scott Walker
Data Wonk

You Dare Not Question Scott Walker

A Federalist column attacks my conclusion that governors have little impact on the economy.

Norquist: Trump Tariffs Will Hurt State Workers
Norquist

Trump Tariffs Will Hurt State Workers

Manufacturers like Harley will suffer, as when a steel tariff was imposed in 2002.

Murphy’s Law: Milwaukee’s Economic Challenge
Murphy’s Law

Milwaukee’s Economic Challenge

A new study shows Milwaukee is among the ten most distressed cities. Is it accurate?

Data Wonk: Has Wisconsin Become a Can’t Do State?
Data Wonk

Has Wisconsin Become a Can’t Do State?

State’s still lagging economy points to problems with political leadership.

Tax Cuts Do Little to Spur Job Growth

Tax Cuts Do Little to Spur Job Growth

Cuts skewed toward wealthy and haven't created jobs, statistics show.

Abele and Lubar Help Startup Businesses

Abele and Lubar Help Startup Businesses

M7 region needs more entrepreneurs to reinvent economy.