Data Wonk
Mysteries of the John Doe investigation
The probe has left many mysteries and unanswered questions. First of two parts.
Aug 31st, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Will Walker Plan to Replace ObamaCare Work?
He’s the only Republican to present a specific plan, but its results might explain why.
Aug 24th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
The John Doe Fiction Continues
National Review doubles down on dubious claim of “paramilitary raids.”
Aug 18th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Why David Brooks Is Wrong on Minimum Wage
He opposes raising it but uses bad math and incomplete research.
Aug 11th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
About Those John Doe “Paramilitary Raids”
Are right-wing accounts of the Doe investigation fictional?
Aug 10th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Why Conservatives Attack Minnesota
They condemn its business climate even as it out-performs Wisconsin.
Aug 3rd, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Doe Decision “Overrules” U.S. Supreme Court
Wisconsin justices knew coordination was occurring. So they simply tried to rewrite federal law.
Jul 22nd, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Why Is Minnesota Outperforming Wisconsin?
Does having a Republican or Democratic governor explain the difference?
Jul 15th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Why Transportation Costs Are Out of Line
U.S. and Wisconsin use a Soviet model, which results in shortages of funding and long lines of traffic.
Jul 8th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Who Wins From Court’s Obamacare Ruling?
Wisconsin and Walker are both big winners, while Rojo and Paul Ryan look foolish.
Jul 2nd, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Why is Wisconsin Last in Startup Businesses?
The state’s backward-looking business culture may be to blame.
Jun 24th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Will Jobs Record Hurt Walker’s Presidential Bid?
The numbers for Wisconsin are bad, yet Walker is a leading presidential candidate. Why?
Jun 17th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
