Op-Ed

Op-Ed: In Defense of Milwaukee
Op-Ed

In Defense of Milwaukee

City is making progress on foreclosures and the report claiming 40% of mortgages are underwater is hogwash.

Op-Ed: The Inside Story on ALEC
Op-Ed

The Inside Story on ALEC

Rep. Chris Taylor attends conference to detail the agenda and techniques of the corporate-funded group.

Op-Ed: The Real Scoop on the Skills Shortage
Op-Ed

The Real Scoop on the Skills Shortage

Hard technical skills aren’t lacking but soft skills are. And the focus should be on small businesses.

Op Ed: Why Thornton Is Leaving MPS
Op Ed

Why Thornton Is Leaving MPS

It's all about moving back home, not about frustration with Milwaukee.

Op-Ed: Conservatives Support Hike in Minimum Wage
Op-Ed

Conservatives Support Hike in Minimum Wage

Nationally, many conservatives embrace it as a way to reduce government dependence. But Wisconsin continues to resist.

Op-Ed: How to Improve Inner City Housing
Op-Ed

How to Improve Inner City Housing

A state legislator suggests city/state cooperation could address the problem of foreclosed homes.

Op-Ed: Shopping Centers Make Access Difficult for Disabled
Op-Ed

Shopping Centers Make Access Difficult for Disabled

Area malls are moving bus stops out of malls and making access for bus passengers more difficult.

Op-Ed: How to Meet Waukesha’s Water Needs
Op-Ed

How to Meet Waukesha’s Water Needs

A solution based on true market prices is the best way to go.

Op-Ed: Don’t Take Away Our School Buildings
Op-Ed

Don’t Take Away Our School Buildings

Republican bill would force MPS to sell buildings used to expand successful schools like Golda Meir.

Op-Ed: In Defense of County Bus System
Op-Ed

In Defense of County Bus System

MTS has done a great job of running county transit and shouldn’t be replaced.

Op-Ed: Send in the Cops?
Op-Ed

Send in the Cops?

Ald. Donovan wants more cops in MPS, Chief Flynn wants a different approach. Who’s right?

Op-Ed: Why Kimberly Walker Was Fired
Op-Ed

Why Kimberly Walker Was Fired

The county board had ample grounds for dismissing the Corporation Counsel.