Economics
Data Wonk
Both Sides Wrong About Walker’s Impact on Jobs
Actually, the data shows Gov. Walker has had little impact, positive or negative, on how the state grows jobs.
Oct 20th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson
Data Wonk
Are Democrats Better for the Economy?
The data shows Democratic presidents have better economic growth. But is the data meaningful?
Sep 10th, 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
History and Walker’s Jobs Claim
On election night, Governor-elect Scott Walker promised Wisconsin 250,000 news jobs by the end of 2014. Critics claim the goal is unrealistic and his jobs plan as lacking and juvenile.
Nov 11th, 2010 by John Kovari
