Politics
How to Prevent Crime
53206 zip code has high crime, high imprisonment. We need a different approach.
Jul 9th, 2017 by Mayor Cavalier JohnsonHow to Follow the Transportation Debate
And why a real solution will probably never be reached.
Jul 7th, 2017 by George MitchellBarrett Recall Announced
Curious cast of characters behind effort, which will require 52,000 signatures.
Jul 7th, 2017 by Bruce MurphyHigh Court Buries Recusal Decision
Rejection of recusal petition by 50 judges quietly released on July 4th weekend.
Jul 6th, 2017 by Matt RothschildWalker’s Dreadful Dilemma on Health Care
Why is he so vague on Obamacare? Because its repeal could kill his reelection.
Jul 6th, 2017 by Bruce MurphyHospitals Group Pays for Capitol Clout
Wisconsin Hospital Association spends millions on lobbying, campaign donations.
Jul 6th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy CampaignHow Will Trumpcare Affect Wisconsin?
The bottom line: worse health and 1,000 additional deaths per year.
Jul 5th, 2017 by Bruce ThompsonRoads Debate Much Ado About Nothing
Walker’s stance prevents any real debate about transportation budget.
Jul 5th, 2017 by George MitchellWe Couldn’t Find Any Voter Fraud
Ex legislator Dale Schultz exposes Republican scam on voter fraud.
Jul 5th, 2017 by Bruce MurphyMedicaid’s Future A Key Campaign Issue
Republicans want big cuts. Democrats don’t. Likely issue in 2018.
Jul 5th, 2017 by Steven WaltersFireworks Industry Has Capitol Clout
Bipartisan donations help pass laws expanding fireworks use in state.
Jul 4th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy CampaignBalanced Budget Amendment Is Dangerous
It removes deficit spending, a key tool to combat recessions and a depression.
Jul 3rd, 2017 by William L. Holahan and Charles O. Kroncke