Murphy’s Law
Did Democrats Let Mandela Barnes Lose?
State Democratic chair says big donors wrongly concluded Barnes was far behind and deserted him.
Jan 2nd, 2023 by Bruce MurphyMost Popular Murphy’s Law Columns
Readers liked stories about Tims -- Michels and Ramthun. And Summerfest, its well paid leader and IRS complaint were hot stuff.
Dec 28th, 2022 by Bruce MurphyInside the State’s Conservative Bubble
The not-very-surprising views of Mike Nichols and the Badger Institute.
Dec 21st, 2022 by Bruce MurphyWill Vos Kill Shared Revenue Hike For City?
Assembly Speaker's comments blasting Milwaukee worries Mayor Johnson.
Dec 19th, 2022 by Bruce MurphyIs Historic Preservation Process Broken?
Some feel city's process needs to be reformed. Are they right?
Dec 13th, 2022 by Bruce MurphyThe Battle Over ‘Astounding’ State Surplus
Now up to an 'unprecedented' $6.8 billion. But can Evers and Legislature agree on any plans to spend it?
Dec 7th, 2022 by Bruce MurphyCrowley Corrects the County Board
Getting to be a pattern by the county exec, as the board makes questionable decisions.
Nov 30th, 2022 by Bruce MurphyWill Republicans Legalize Marijuana?
Gov. Evers and two-thirds of voters support it. How long will legislators resist?
Nov 25th, 2022 by Bruce MurphyYet More Staff Cuts for Journal Sentinel?
Parent company Gannett announces 6% staff reduction, coming on heels of November layoffs at Milwaukee paper.
Nov 21st, 2022 by Bruce MurphyBillionaire Seeks to Mend Partisan Divide
Democrat David Einhorn, son of right-wing, north-shore Republicans, funds effort to heal America.
Nov 16th, 2022 by Bruce MurphyDan Bice Undermines Elections Commission
Journal Sentinel reporter’s attack helps reinforce election lies.
Nov 14th, 2022 by Bruce Murphy21 Election Winners and Losers
Beyond the ballot totals, which groups, advocates and trends won or lost?
Nov 9th, 2022 by Bruce Murphy