Murphy’s Law
Crystal Ball for 2014
25 predictions that are certain (well, maybe) to come true this year.
Jan 3rd, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Crazy Casino Politics
Both Gov. Walker and Mary Burke have mishandled the Kenosha Casino issue.
Dec 30th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
The Disconnected City
New study shows no way for workers to get to jobs. What are its solutions?
Dec 19th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Tom Ament Strikes Again
Author of infamous pension plan also devised a 1990 measure giving supervisors unconstitutional power over executive appointees.
Dec 17th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
$1 Billion Needed for Milwaukee Facilities
Public Policy Forum study says $400 million needed for NBA arena, $300 million for convention center and rest for other facilities.
Dec 12th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
The Legacy of Betty Quadracci
Her impact on local journalism and the creation of Quad/Graphics was great -- and greatly underestimated.
Dec 10th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Why the Minimum Wage Should Be Increased
It could do more than anything to reduce the income gap in this state.
Dec 5th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
The New Non-Profit Kingpins
As SDC declines, groups like Community Advocates and Next Door are on the rise.
Dec 3rd, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Can Burke Beat Walker?
The 2014 campaign may depend on which candidate has the best story to tell.
Nov 26th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Can County Board Solve Taxicab Problem?
The board's resolution got media play, but will probably accomplish nothing.
Nov 21st, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
New Probe is Big Trouble for Walker
Both the first and second John Doe have focused on his campaigns, suggesting a disturbing pattern.
Nov 19th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Who Will Run the County Buses?
You need a scorecard to follow all the bizarre changes on this issue.
Nov 14th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
