Data Wonk

• How Trump Threatens State’s Exports

  Jul 5th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson

  As parties flip-flop on free trade, can Wisconsin’s export economy be protected?

• Can Democrats Still Contest Gerrymander?

  Jun 27th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson

  Strange Supreme Court decision on Wisconsin redistricting leaves some room for hope.

• Comparing Badger Economy to Border States

  Jun 20th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson

  Wisconsin does both better and worse than neighboring states.

• Solving Murders in Milwaukee

  Jun 13th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson

  Milwaukee’s arrest rate in murder cases outpaces that of most other large U.S. cities.

• The Republican Love of Big Government

  Jun 6th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson

  Are Republican states the most socialistic?

• What’s Wrong With Illinois?

  May 30th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson

  Its economic problems stem from political gridlock over how to pay for its commitments.

• More Ways Minnesota Beats Wisconsin

  May 23rd, 2018 by Bruce Thompson

  Less people leaving state, more getting health insurance in Minnesota.

• Yes, Minnesota Beats Wisconsin

  May 16th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson

  But is its better economic performance due to more liberal policies?

• Trickle Up Economics

  May 9th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson

  The Great Recession’s huge impact on employment shows why trickle down doesn’t work.

• Is California the Future?

  May 2nd, 2018 by Bruce Thompson

  The data about California may have political and economic lessons for Wisconsin.

• Why Is City’s Student Achievement So Low?

  Apr 25th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson

  NAEP results show notable progress in Chicago, but discouraging results here.

• What Do Voters Want from Justices?

  Apr 18th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson

  Screnock’s defeat suggests they want integrity, not a Supreme Court bought by special interests.