Murphy’s Law
Wisconsin’s Rotten Return on Federal Taxes Paid
New report shows we’re the fourth worst state in federal spending received. Walker’s policies don’t help.
Jul 1st, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
The Incredible Rise of CEO Pay
Their pay has risen 997% since 1978, driving the wealth gap nationally and in Wisconsin.
Jun 23rd, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
The Strange Politics of Anti-Streetcar-ites
So when is that referendum coming, and where are those aldermanic opponents?
Jun 18th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Was Act 10 Necessary?
New analysis by bipartisan expert on good government explodes the myths about Walker’s signature achievement.
Jun 16th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Michael Grebe, Stealth Warrior
Is the Bradley Foundation CEO the real thinker behind Scott Walker’s policies?
Jun 9th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Abele Plan for Bucks Arena Won’t Work
The county has nowhere near $4 million in annual debt for state to collect -- and Abele may lack the power to deliver it.
Jun 4th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Walker Bets on the Radical Right
He plans to beat Bush and Rubio from the far right. But his success could make him unelectable in the general election.
Jun 2nd, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Arena Plan is Massive Tax Shift to Milwaukee
County taxpayers will pay far more than predicted, as state legislators back away from the deal.
May 29th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Why Russ Could Beat Rojo
As the polls suggest, Johnson hasn't really tried to connect with voters. That could be fatal.
May 27th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Race for State Democratic Chair Gets Muddier
Bruce Murphy adds an update to his story on mudslinging in the race for party chair.
May 26th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Race for Democratic Chair Gets Dirty
Some mudslinging at the candidates may stick to Democratic insider and consultant Thad Nation. This story was updated at 6:30 p.m., May 26.
May 21st, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
We Must Imitate Other Cities
New study says we must build a Bucks arena and bigger convention center. But its data actually tells a much different story.
May 19th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
