Op-Ed
More Police Is Not the Answer
Better trained police — and spending on services for under-served neighborhoods — is a better approach.
Nov 1st, 2016 by Common Ground's Black Caucus
Signs of Progress at MPS
More families choosing the system and more students succeeding.
Oct 28th, 2016 by Darienne Driver
Will President Hillary Clinton Heal Divide?
Her opportunity is great… if she can overcome her flaws.
Oct 27th, 2016 by John Torinus
Petri and Schultz Won’t Vote for Trump
Former Wisconsin congressman, former state senator are among long list of GOP dissenters.
Oct 26th, 2016 by Bill Kaplan
Assembly Dems Point Way to Reform
Their Clean Elections Act seeks to fix broken campaign finance law.
Oct 25th, 2016 by Matt Rothschild
All the Way With the WMC
Wisconsin Manufacturers honors 65 legislators who followed their dictates on 100% of votes.
Oct 22nd, 2016 by Matt Rothschild
Public Safety Plan Ignores the Community
Aldermen should work harder to consult residents and target underlying causes of crime.
Oct 21st, 2016 by Markasa Tucker
Can Republicans Recover From Trump?
Party needs a new brand, new policies, more pragmatism.
Oct 19th, 2016 by John Torinus
Walker’s Lead Poisoned Politics
Lead paint manufacturer gives illegal donation; Walker protects companies from legal action.
Oct 18th, 2016 by Mary Bottari
Wisconsin Open for Bribery
State Ethics Commission allows GOP legislator to create his own PAC, ignoring “bright line” in the law.
Oct 17th, 2016 by Matt Rothschild
Health Costs And Rise of Trump, Sanders
The costs fueled a revolt, and are still rising under Obamacare. Is there a better way?
Oct 13th, 2016 by John Torinus
Concealed Carry Hasn’t Prevented Crime
Aggravated assault with guns has risen 43% since concealed carry legalized.
Oct 10th, 2016 by Chris Walker
