Murphy’s Law
Local Hospitals Give Little Charity Care
Stingy numbers for hospitals in the state and county. Should state require more charity care?
Jun 7th, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
Brewers Floundering on Stadium Deal
Baseball Commissioner’s threat looks desperate, team’s lobbying looks inept.
May 29th, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
We Energies Wants Yet Another Rate Hike
Both consumer and business advocates castigate excess profits of utilities.
May 24th, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
National ‘Scam PACs’ Have State Roots
The operatives running them have connections to Scott Walker, Eric O’Keefe, and conservative groups.
May 23rd, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
The Wealth Of Children’s Hospital
Nonprofit has $1.5 billion in investments, but still gets many millions in charitable donations.
May 16th, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
Is Baldwin Vulnerable? Or Unbeatable?
The pundits disagree. And who is the likely Republican opponent?
May 9th, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
State Sales Tax Deal Toughest on City
Deal for Milwaukee County far better than for city. Why? Blame police union.
May 8th, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
County’s Debt Relief Program No Laughing Matter
Program with huge 100-to-1 return inspired by comedian John Oliver. Seriously.
May 3rd, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
Why Republicans Lose Younger Voters
Can Scott Walker lead the way to transforming the party’s aging demographics?
Apr 19th, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
Did Brooks Exceed His Authority At Wisconsin Center?
CEO’s decision to remove art works raises questions about governance of public entity.
Apr 18th, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
11 Lessons From The Democrats’ Victory
How did Protasiewicz win by so big in such an evenly divided state?
Apr 12th, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
Yes, Protasiewicz Could Be Impeached
And removed from office by Republican Senate supermajority. But then Gov. Evers could step in.
Apr 10th, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
