Politics
A Tough Year for Transparency
State leaders have worked to restrict open records and succeeded in several ways.
Dec 29th, 2015 by Bill Lueders
Wisconsin’s Top 10 Political Stories Of 2015
Walker and Republican legislators dominate this year's top political stories in Wisconsin.
Dec 28th, 2015 by Steven Walters
New Fellowship Helps Storytellers Address Race
Ex Fabula offers fellowships to local storytellers discussing race and oppression.
Dec 28th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Wisconsin’s Solitary Stance On Climate Change
This is the only state in America without a Clean Power Plan.
Dec 28th, 2015 by Tia Nelson
State’s Deficit Jumped by 28% in 2015
Bad news released quietly. But does it justify proposed constitutional change?
Dec 28th, 2015 by Jon Peacock
Crisis of Gun Violence Calls for Action
City is hurting and common sense reforms by legislature could help.
Dec 23rd, 2015 by State Rep. David Bowen
Which Companies Get Most State Subsidies?
New data base tracks all info; Top three are Brunswick/Global Marine, Kohl's and NM.
Dec 23rd, 2015 by Jon Peacock
How to Save the Middle Class
Wisconsin leads nation in middle class decline. How can state reverse trend?
Dec 22nd, 2015 by Joel Rogers
U.S. Supreme Court Must Meet John Doe
By hearing case, court would end legal confusion and might enhance its reputation.
Dec 22nd, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Are You Ready for Some Fantasy Football?
Two major fantasy sports firms are lobbying the legislature. Will they score big?
Dec 21st, 2015 by Steven Walters
WCD Board Says No Twice to Abele
Board won’t take over Marcus Center and won’t form committee to study idea. Might consider by 2020.
Dec 18th, 2015 by Virginia Small
Seven Gifts State Politicians Could Give Us
WisTax leader suggests seven ways to reduce partisanship and improve how we're governed.
Dec 18th, 2015 by Todd A. Berry
