Murphy’s Law
Walker Bets on the Radical Right
He plans to beat Bush and Rubio from the far right. But his success could make him unelectable in the general election.
Jun 2nd, 2015 by Bruce MurphyArena Plan is Massive Tax Shift to Milwaukee
County taxpayers will pay far more than predicted, as state legislators back away from the deal.
May 29th, 2015 by Bruce MurphyWhy Russ Could Beat Rojo
As the polls suggest, Johnson hasn't really tried to connect with voters. That could be fatal.
May 27th, 2015 by Bruce MurphyRace for State Democratic Chair Gets Muddier
Bruce Murphy adds an update to his story on mudslinging in the race for party chair.
May 26th, 2015 by Bruce MurphyRace for Democratic Chair Gets Dirty
Some mudslinging at the candidates may stick to Democratic insider and consultant Thad Nation. This story was updated at 6:30 p.m., May 26.
May 21st, 2015 by Bruce MurphyWe Must Imitate Other Cities
New study says we must build a Bucks arena and bigger convention center. But its data actually tells a much different story.
May 19th, 2015 by Bruce MurphyThe Disappearance of Dan Bice
The state’s top political reporter has disappeared. Is the Journal Sentinel killing his column?
May 14th, 2015 by Bruce MurphyGas Tax Insanity
Bipartisan opposition to the gas tax is causing potholes and rising car repair bills, and hurting the state economy.
May 12th, 2015 by Bruce MurphyLady MacBeth of the Supreme Court
Pat Roggensack has shamed herself and the high court in the ugly way she’s handled her elevation to chief justice.
May 7th, 2015 by Bruce MurphyMMAC Plays Hardball on Bucks Arena
A misleading poll, pressure on legislators and more misinformation are all used to sell the NBA arena.
May 5th, 2015 by Bruce MurphyDoes Milwaukee Run a Debtor’s Prison?
Study finds Milwaukee Municipal Court jails thousands of poor people for failing to pay fines. Why?
Apr 30th, 2015 by Bruce MurphyWhat Makes Scott Walker Run?
A recent story about his upbringing may shine a sad -- and revealing -- light on Walker’s personality and political views.
Apr 28th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy