Data Wonk
How Republicans Are Killing Their Supporters
Right-wing anti-vaxxers help cause more deaths of Republicans nationally and in Wisconsin.
Dec 8th, 2021 by Bruce Thompson
The American Right’s Scary Views
The future of conservative thought after Trump looks dark.
Dec 1st, 2021 by Bruce Thompson
Rittenhouse Feared His Rifle Endangered Him
His case adds to data showing proliferation of guns makes us less safe.
Nov 24th, 2021 by Bruce Thompson
Comparing GOP And People’s Maps
Under GOP redistricting, Republicans can win majority of Assembly with 44% of the vote.
Nov 17th, 2021 by Bruce Thompson
What Explains the Virginia and New Jersey Election Results?
Huge increase in Republican turnout. Perhaps ‘critical race theory’ was a factor.
Nov 10th, 2021 by Bruce Thompson
Is Ballot Harvesting A Problem?
Kleefisch says so. The only two claims of this, both in other states, involved Republicans.
Nov 3rd, 2021 by Bruce Thompson
Measuring The Redistricting Plans
Which map is fairest and most democratic? Here are the experts’ analysis.
Oct 27th, 2021 by Bruce Thompson
GOP-Backed Legislation Could Worsen Gun Violence Epidemic
Data on gun violence indicates a correlation between proliferation of firearms and increased gun violence.
Oct 21st, 2021 by Bruce Thompson
Why is Milwaukee’s Murder Rate Increasing?
Systemic problems, the COVID-19 pandemic and policing failures appear to be responsible.
Oct 13th, 2021 by Bruce Thompson
Which Party Is Better For The Economy?
Economic data from the last 70 years suggest one party does a better job of managing the economy.
Oct 8th, 2021 by Bruce Thompson
Will 10 Years of Gerrymandering End?
The data shows huge advantage for Republicans. Will courts allow this to continue?
Sep 29th, 2021 by Bruce Thompson
Are The Rich Overtaxed?
So claim conservatives. But how much of the total tax burden are they including?
Sep 22nd, 2021 by Bruce Thompson
