Data Wonk

• Ranking the Top States

  May 22nd, 2019 by Bruce Thompson

  Many of the lowest ranked states supported Trump. Wisconsin was one exception.

• The Surprising Strength of Obamacare

  May 15th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson

  Health exchanges working better than ever, particularly for Trump supporters.

• Is State a Leader in “Economic Freedom”?

  May 8th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson

  So says a Cato Institute report. There’s reason to doubt this.

• Democracy In Retreat

  May 1st, 2019 by Bruce Thompson

  It’s happening world-wide and in the U.S. with Wisconsin helping lead the way.

• Should State Expand Medicaid With Federal Funds?

  Apr 24th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson

  No, say two researchers. But their data is highly suspect.

• What Is The Future of Health Care?

  Apr 10th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson

  Who’s gained the most from ACA and why Medicare for All could be a trap.

• Walker Seeks to Gerrymander America

  Apr 3rd, 2019 by Bruce Thompson

  His new job: finance chair of national group opposing non-partisan redistricting.

• Who Are Those Education Reformers?

  Mar 27th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson

  Are conservatives or liberals pushing for charter schools?

• The Gerrymander Wars March On

  Mar 20th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson

  Wisconsin Republicans strategy is to support Maryland gerrymander that hurts GOP voters.

• How Walker, Trump Hurt Dairy Industry

  Mar 13th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson

  Their policies helped fuel a dairy crisis.

• Why is MPS Shrinking?

  Mar 6th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson

  Because it opposes the choices of many of its customers.

• Does the Manufacturing Tax Credit Work?

  Feb 27th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson

  Gov. Evers and Republicans differ on value of the Manufacturing and Agriculture Tax Credit. Who's right?