Data Wonk

• The Rise in Income Inequality

  Dec 8th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson

  The problem is national, but choices made by Walker and the Republicans may widen or reduce it in Wisconsin

• Walker Decision on Obamacare Is Costly

  Nov 26th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson

  New numbers allow for analysis of Affordable Care Act’s impact nationally and in Wisconsin.

• Do Democrats Have a Future?

  Nov 14th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson

  They need to get 55 percent of the vote to get back the legislature. Will any strategy work?

• Evaluating The Burke and Walker Jobs Plans

  Nov 3rd, 2014 by Bruce Thompson

  Can either reverse the state’s long-term trend of lagging national job growth?

• The Assault on Wisconsin’s Campaign Laws

  Oct 28th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson

  Given higher court’s slap-down of Judge Randa’s decisions overthrowing Wisconsin laws, just where does the law now stand?

• Both Sides Wrong About Walker’s Impact on Jobs

  Oct 20th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson

  Actually, the data shows Gov. Walker has had little impact, positive or negative, on how the state grows jobs.

• Why the Appeals Court Slapped Down Conservatives

  Oct 8th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson

  In John Doe case, the Republican-leaning court tossed out 7 suits against John Chisholm, and chastised Judge Randa. Why?

• What Explains the Democratic Economic Advantage?

  Sep 25th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson

  Possible explanations for why the economy and stock market perform better under Democratic presidents.

• Are Democrats Better for the Economy?

  Sep 10th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson

  The data shows Democratic presidents have better economic growth. But is the data meaningful?

• The Curious Contradictions of Christian Schneider

  Aug 29th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson

  Journal Sentinel columnist admits killing Obamacare would hurt Wisconsin, even as he bashes it.

• Will Liberal Democrats Undermine Mary Burke?

  Aug 20th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson

  Opposition to a pro-business Democrat could help Walker win reelection.

• Obamacare’s Success So Far

  Aug 11th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson

  Uninsured rates decline in most states, more so for those “embracing” the legislation, and Wisconsin finds itself in the middle of the pack.