Politics
Economists Call Michels’ Flat Tax ‘Disastrous’
Dozens of economists and researchers sign letter opposing tax plan.
Oct 26th, 2022 by Graham KilmerAge of Voters Will Decide Election
Key fact: a vast difference in political views between those under and over age 40.
Oct 26th, 2022 by Bruce MurphyIs Wisconsin ‘Flush With Cash’?
Why state has $4.3 billion surplus, what it means and how should it be handled.
Oct 26th, 2022 by Bruce ThompsonEarly In-Person Voting Begins In State
Even as election lawsuits continue, nearly 260,000 voters across Wisconsin have submitted absentee ballots.
Oct 26th, 2022 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public RadioSecretary Of State Race Could Be Critical
Overlooked office could help Loudenback, Republicans control elections, La Follette warns.
Oct 26th, 2022 by Jonah Beleckis, Wisconsin Public RadioThey Love Ron Johnson
At a rally for U.S. Senator, supporters extoll Johnson as an "honest man" and a fighter.
Oct 26th, 2022 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin ExaminerYouth Detention Center Overcrowded
After voting against sending some youth to Racine detention center, county now has more youth than beds at Vel Phillips Center.
Oct 25th, 2022 by Graham KilmerDead Bird, Image of Mandela Barnes Left Outside Kenosha NAACP President’s Home
Literature darkened Barnes skin. Latest in series of racially tinged campaign incidents.
Oct 25th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerStill More Tax Breaks for Ron Johnson
Paying no state income taxes on trust fund that pays for his million-dollar home.
Oct 25th, 2022 by Bruce MurphyWhat Do Milwaukee Voters Want?
Voces de la Frontera does voter education. BLOC goes door to door, finds people want 'housing and good jobs.'
Oct 25th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerProposed Budget Amendments Reverse Library, Fire Department Cuts
Majority of council supports $4.7 million amendment.
Oct 24th, 2022 by Jeramey JannenePoll Shows Barnes Nearly Even With Johnson
CNN's new poll on US Senate race has Johnson with 50%, Barnes with 49%.
Oct 24th, 2022 by Bruce Murphy