Data Wonk
Is Waukesha County Becoming Less Red?
Perhaps not, but legislative districts straddling its border are changing.
Nov 22nd, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
Why Does GOP Want To Raise My Taxes?
And why do I get nothing back in return but a bigger federal deficit?
Nov 15th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
The Wisconsin Jobs Mystery
How can unemployment be low when jobs growth is so low?
Nov 8th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
Is Wisconsin’s Economy “On Fire”?
Walker says so in new ad that slams Illinois. Is its claim true or false?
Nov 1st, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
Who Benefits From Federal Housing Subsidies?
Higher income get more than low income, Waukesha more than Milwaukee.
Oct 25th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
The More Guns, Less Crime Scam
Questionable research shows Right To Carry reduces crime. Here’s the full story.
Oct 18th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
John Roberts’ Nightmare
His decision on gerrymandering case could ruin Supreme Court’s reputation.
Oct 11th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
The Lessons of Repeal and Replace
Republicans never had an actual plan. Bernie Sanders might learn from that.
Oct 4th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
Should Wisconsin Join The Amazon Bidding War?
If the Foxconn deal is the new standard, the subsidy for Amazon could reach $10 billion.
Sep 27th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
Can Milwaukee Win The Amazon Challenge?
If a lower cost of living for employees is a key criteria.
Sep 20th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
How to Build Wisconsin’s Economy
Bribing companies to relocate here doesn’t work. So what does?
Sep 13th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
Should State Look Beyond Manufacturing?
Rustbelt jobs have steadily declined since 1990. State should look elsewhere for answers.
Sep 6th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
