Data Wonk
How Fair Are Wisconsin’s Taxes?
And how will they be affected by Trump tax cuts?
Dec 4th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
Is Raising the Minimum Wage Good Policy?
Or just good politics? Let's consider the data for both.
Nov 27th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
What the 2024 Election Tells Us About Wisconsin Voters
Wisconsin was the most competitive state in America. Which issues mattered?
Nov 20th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
What Kind of Economy Will Trump Inherit?
Across the board the numbers all tell a similar story.
Nov 13th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
Is Immigration A “Happy Problem?”
People are voting with their feet to come to the U.S., despite how Trump characterizes it.
Oct 30th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
Were We Better Off Four Years Ago?
It's a central claim in Trump campaign. But the data tells an interesting story.
Oct 26th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
Is It Finally Time For Wisconsin To Accept Medicaid Expansion Dollars?
And would Donald Trump reduce the number of uninsured people?
Oct 16th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
Fact Checking Trump and Vance
The data show they are lying about crime, the economy and health insurance coverage.
Oct 9th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
Should Wisconsin Legalize Marijuana?
What do the people want? Let's look at the data.
Sep 18th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
Harris May Need More Than 51% of Vote
Wisconsin looks good, but she may need 3% lead in national vote to win electoral college.
Sep 11th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
Abortions Up In U.S., Down in State
Rising since 2017 and even after Dobbs decision. But declining in Wisconsin since 2022.
Sep 4th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
Will Trump Protect Social Security and Medicare?
So claims literature mailed by Republican Party of Wisconsin. Let's examine the facts.
Aug 28th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
