Politics
Dirty dancing in the high court
A now-infamous campaign ad by State Supreme Court Justice Michael Gableman damaged the Court's reputation. Former Justice Janine Geske on how things went so wrong.
Jul 23rd, 2010 by Chris Beem
National health reform is here
Wisconsin is ahead of many other states in putting the new federal health care reform law to work.
Jul 19th, 2010 by Julie Sneider
$100 million already invested in high speed rail; public losing faith
Politicians and transportation wonks are giddy over the prospect of high-speed rail, though public interest is waning.
Jul 12th, 2010 by Patti Wenzel
Delay is no longer an option
Something needs to be done with the Hoan Bridge before the concrete chunks become too big for the nets. Save this Milwaukee icon now.
Jul 11th, 2010 by Patti Wenzel
Why we celebrate
As you enjoy the three-day weekend, reflect on the rights and freedoms fought and won for 234 years ago.
Jul 4th, 2010 by Patti Wenzel
Obama still campaigning after all these years
President Barack Obama stops in Racine Wisconsin for kringle and to talk up the economic stimulus package, financial reform and education.
Jul 1st, 2010 by Patti Wenzel
It’s time to go now!
As Ronald Reagan once said, "Never attack a fellow party member." Not only has Mark Neumann alienated his allies in the GOP, he's run his campaign into the ground. It's time to go.
Jun 25th, 2010 by Patti Wenzel
Politics as usual
It's comforting to know that no matter how urgent the crisis facing the American people, our politicians will find ample time to grandstand.
Jun 23rd, 2010 by Will Durst
apples to apples
Except for money and style, Ron Johnson and David Westlake are the same Republican candidate. Will Feingold be worried?
Jun 22nd, 2010 by Patti Wenzel
Board needs to focus on MPS, not Arizona
How is it appropriate for MPS to waste time on a resolution to boycott Arizona when its own roof is falling in? Conscientious objection, or PR smoke screen?
Jun 21st, 2010 by Patti Wenzel
Cowboy Down
Mister President, you are many things. But Chief Executive of Butt Kicking is not what we hired you for.
Jun 16th, 2010 by Will Durst
Walker taking on two Democrats in race to Madison
Scott Walker will likely face off against Tom Barrett in November, but he is clearly running a campaign aimed straight at Jim Doyle.
Jun 13th, 2010 by Patti Wenzel
