Murphy’s Law
Milwaukee Becoming More Unionized
Unions scoring notable victories, not in manufacturing but in the service industry.
Apr 24th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
The Return of County Cronyism
Or maybe it never went away. Push for 36% salary hikes echoes mentality behind infamous county pension plan.
Apr 15th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Climate Has Changed for Sewerage District
Once trashed by local media and some officials, MMSD now enjoys wide support.
Apr 10th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Is Legislature Biased Against Working Class?
Just two of 132 members come from working class backgrounds, report finds.
Apr 4th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Associated Press Will Decline in Wisconsin
Decision by Gannett and McClatchey to drop AP will reduce state news coverage.
Mar 27th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
City Attorney Race Is Vitally Important
Incumbent Tearman Spencer has caused countless problems for City of Milwaukee.
Mar 25th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Bradley Foundation Bankrolls Trump’s Disinformation
Milwaukee group the biggest funder of war to stop social media from purging election lies.
Mar 19th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
How Hovde Evaded Federal Taxes
He has said he wants to stop what the companies he invested in did: paying zero federal taxes on investments.
Mar 18th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
How to Grow Milwaukee to 1 Million
Mayor Cavalier Johnson is missing the key way to grow the city.
Mar 13th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
State Pension System Is a Huge Success
Retirement system that Gov. Walker tried to change is nationally renowned, helps reduce wealth gap.
Mar 12th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
How Utility Rates Hurt State’s Economy
Wisconsin’s once-low electric rates now the highest in Midwest. That’s a big problem for all of us.
Mar 6th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Top County Jobs No Longer Needed?
Positions of county treasurer, clerk and register of deeds should be eliminated, not given raises.
Mar 5th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
