The Contrarian
George Mitchell is a former journalist and veteran observer of government who has held positions in federal, state, and county government and served as a consultant to various governmental and private sector groups.
The Rise and Fall of Scott Walker
He accomplished much, then was consumed by an insular hubris.
Dec 14th, 2018 by George Mitchell
Tony Evers Faces Tough Choices
With a structural deficit and transportation fund debt, delivering a “people’s budget” won’t be easy.
Dec 13th, 2018 by George Mitchell
Tony Evers’ Best Chance for Enduring Reform
Restructure transportation funding, using the model of electric utilities.
Nov 30th, 2018 by George Mitchell
Let the Debate Over Vouchers Begin
Tony Evers ran against school choice. But his DPI data shows choice and charter schools do better.
Nov 27th, 2018 by George Mitchell
Giampietro Nomination Deserves Full Hearing
Sen. Baldwin should reconsider her opposition to his judicial nomination.
Nov 16th, 2018 by George Mitchell
Shorewood Looks Silly
High School cancels “Mockingbird” even as it gets performed and lionized nationally.
Nov 1st, 2018 by George Mitchell
Tommy Thompson Is Wrong About Prisons
He regrets 1991 plan I wrote. But he never implemented it.
Sep 14th, 2018 by George Mitchell
Roads Spending Way Down, Debt Way Up
New state report shows roads funding down 28%, yet debt service doubling under Walker.
Aug 28th, 2018 by George Mitchell
Dallet’s Curious Attack on Justice System
Her call to re-examine black incarceration rate raises question of her role in that system.
Aug 17th, 2018 by George Mitchell
Ron Johnson To The Rescue?
His attempt to bring peace between Vukmir and Nicholson backers is welcome.
Jul 21st, 2018 by George Mitchell
The Siren Song of Criminal Justice Reform
The increase in incarceration since early 1990s actually led to less crime.
Jul 9th, 2018 by George Mitchell
McAdams Owes Victory to WILL
MU professor reinstated, was represented by Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty.
Jul 6th, 2018 by George Mitchell
