Data Wonk
Do Tax Cuts Lead to Economic Growth?
What the historic evidence since 1960s shows.
Nov 2nd, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Three Visions of the Future
Comparing the Trump, Clinton and Ryan tax plans and their impact on the economy.
Oct 26th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Is Obamacare Failing?
Rhetoric aside, what does the data show?
Oct 19th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Global Warming and Wisconsin’s Economy
Will state’s leaders heed the example of Warren Buffett on alternative energy?
Oct 5th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Does Big Government Threaten Freedom?
The Church of the Gipper argues big government threatens freedom. But what about private parties? Such as Donald Trump.
Sep 14th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
The Decline of Reaganism
The Church of the Gipper is defied by Donald Trump. Will Republicans adjust their ideology?
Sep 7th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Redistricting and Democracy
Gerrymandering has eliminated nearly all competitive legislative and congressional districts.
Aug 24th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Which Candidates Lie the Most?
Aggregating the Politifact ratings of candidates for president and U.S. Senate.
Aug 17th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
The Further Adventures of John Doe
U.S. Supreme Court signals it might take appeal of decision shutting down John Doe probe.
Jul 22nd, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Schools With Low-Income Students Can Succeed
But they tend to be charter schools. Will Abele use OSPP to create more?
Jul 20th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Can MPS Learn From the Data?
Its rejection of the Opportunity Schools Partnership is merely one sign the answer is no.
Jul 13th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
