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Federal Shutdown Hurts Food Share Recipients
Demand for food pantries up due to delays getting benefits.
Feb 11th, 2019 by Rich Kremer
Why Foxconn’s Chinese Style Didn’t Translate
And why a mega-LCD plant was never likely to succeed in America.
Feb 8th, 2019 by Willy Shih
Ron Johnson Calls for Ending Tariffs
Study shows Wisconsin could lose 14,000 jobs from Trump’s tariffs.
Feb 8th, 2019 by Hope Kirwan
Foxconn Project in “Chaos”
Foxconn workers, insiders say Racine project is failing in Bloomberg story.
Feb 7th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Episode 011 – Bruce Murphy on We Energies, Foxconn
Why does We Energies advertise? And how can someone keep up on ever-changing Foxconn deal?
Feb 6th, 2019 by Urban Milwaukee
Texas Lawsuit Threatens Republicans
Vos and Fitzgerald support lawsuit overturning Obamacare, but voters don’t.
Feb 6th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
Harley-Davidson Earnings Down
Poor results due to Trump tariffs, changing consumer preferences.
Jan 31st, 2019 by Patty Murray
Why GOP Should Back Medicaid Expansion
Voters want it, just like they opposed government shutdown. Republican legislators, take heed.
Jan 30th, 2019 by Bill Kaplan
Republicans Oppose Gerrymandering
Voters overwhelmingly favor fair maps, yet Vos spends millions in taxes to fight this.
Jan 29th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
2018 Had Fewest Refugees In 10 Years
472 refugees to Wisconsin last year, down from 585 in 2017.
Jan 28th, 2019 by Will Cushman
Poll Shows Strong Support for Evers Proposals
Marquette poll finds majority favors Medicaid expansion, hiking special education funding.
Jan 25th, 2019 by Laurel White
Can MPS Be Fixed?
The school board seems opposed to any innovations that might fix struggling schools.
Jan 16th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
How Shutdown Is Hurting State
Impact on farmers, Native Americans, food processing companies and more.
Jan 14th, 2019 by Bill Kaplan
State Loses Political Power in Washington
Of all states, Wisconsin and Michigan have lost the most clout in D.C., experts say.
Jan 14th, 2019 by Steven Walters
Can Opportunity Zones Help State Economy?
Federal program could help development in challenged areas of Milwaukee and state.
Jan 14th, 2019 by Dave Fidlin
Why State’s Dairy Farms Face a Crisis
And why Gov. Evers should change the policies of his predecessor.
Jan 9th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
City Extending Streetcar to Convention Center
Short extension can be built without federal funds, adding more ridership.
Jan 8th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
New History Is Being Made
But will our current leaders live up to the example of our founders?
Jan 8th, 2019 by George Mitchell
The Eternal Campaign of Scott Walker
He’s earned $2.3 million from government, and is already running for office again.
Jan 8th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Welcome to Milwaukee, Mr. Walker
Governor who warned voters about evils of this city will now live here.
Jan 7th, 2019 by James Rowen
State Members of Congress Differ on Shutdown
Republicans support Trumps’s call for a wall, Democrats push to end shutdown, fund government agencies.
Jan 6th, 2019 by Danielle Kaeding
Tariffs Affecting Great Lakes Ports
Port Milwaukee’s traffic was down in 2018, but other ports in state see an increase.
Jan 5th, 2019 by Danielle Kaeding
10 Reasons To Obtain Trump’s Tax Returns
The House of Representatives can request them and should, for very compelling reasons.
Jan 4th, 2019 by Americans for Tax Fairness
Why the Government Shutdown?
Paul Ryan could have stopped it but took the low road for Trump.
Jan 3rd, 2019 by Bill Kaplan
Evers, Vos, Fitzgerald Must Compromise
There are many issues where they can forge agreements — and lead the state forward.
Jan 1st, 2019 by John Torinus
Health Coverage Growth Stalled in 2017
Slowdown comes after three straight years of growth, state tied for 10th in percent covered.
Dec 29th, 2018 by Malia Jones
Top 10 Stories of 2018 Affecting Democracy
How Wisconsin went forward -- and backward -- in democratic government.
Dec 29th, 2018 by Matt Rothschild
County Looks to Grow Hemp at the Domes
Proceeds could be used for Domes' aging infrastructure.
Dec 28th, 2018 by Corrinne Hess
Vos and Fitzgerald Trash Urban Voters
Affirming the alignment of Republicans with voters from shrinking counties.
Dec 26th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Duffy Supports Funding for Border Wall
But Wisconsin congressman not so sure about Trump’s idea of shutting down government.
Dec 15th, 2018 by Rich Kremer
What Do Democrats Stand For?
They can’t just be anti-Trump or anti-Walker, they need a clear theme. Like what?
Dec 13th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Anti-Immigrant Policies Spread Fear, Experts Say
Speakers at UWM panel urge more information to combat ignorance about immigrants.
Dec 7th, 2018 by Analise Pruni
Sheriff Lucas Pledges to Restore “Integrity”
Sees challenges, promises changes to county office run by David Clarke for 15 years.
Dec 6th, 2018 by Corrinne Hess
The Republican War Against Democracy
Details in lame duck bills show disdain for democracy by Vos and Fitzgerald.
Dec 5th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
“Not Guilty” Ruling Doesn’t Make Things Right
Reporter Edgar Mendez reflects on his arrest and treatment by Milwaukee Police for doing his job.
Dec 4th, 2018 by Edgar Mendez
How Walker Transformed Wisconsin’s Courts
One-third of all judges in state appointed by Republican governor.
Dec 3rd, 2018 by Steven Walters
The War Against Ala Carte Medical Pricing
It's the most expensive way to go and payers are increasingly rebelling.
Nov 29th, 2018 by John Torinus
Rich Pay the Least in State Taxes
Poor and middle class pay much higher percentage of their income in taxes.
Nov 26th, 2018 by Tamarine Cornelius
Time’s Running Out on Vos, Fitzgerald
Vos says Democrats are "sore losers” and proceeds as though Republicans won.
Nov 23rd, 2018 by James Rowen
Write No Obituary for Scott Walker
He accomplished a lot and ran for office 13 times. He’ll probably run again.
Nov 20th, 2018 by John Torinus
Is Gallagher A Reformer?
Wisconsin congressman proposes reforms, but ignores the elephant in the room.
Nov 19th, 2018 by Bill Kaplan
Walker Failed to Lead on Election Night
Not giving a concession speech showed his lack of character. And not the first such failure.
Nov 16th, 2018 by Gregory Humphrey
Giampietro Nomination Deserves Full Hearing
Sen. Baldwin should reconsider her opposition to his judicial nomination.
Nov 16th, 2018 by George Mitchell
Why Walker Lost
He seemed to have the perfect strategy. The top 10 reasons he failed.
Nov 13th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Voters Demand Compromise
But are there issues Ever and Republicans could agree on? Yes.
Nov 9th, 2018 by John Torinus
Southwest Wisconsin Swings Democratic
Four key counties that helped elect Trump switched to Evers, Baldwin.
Nov 8th, 2018 by Hope Kirwan
7 Numbers That Explain Election
The election results would have been completely different if not for this.
Nov 7th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Governor Race Closest Since 1950s
Evers makes history in his defeat of Gov. Scott Walker.
Nov 7th, 2018 by Laurel White and Bridgit Bowden
33 Election Winners and Losers
Beyond the vote totals, who were the election’s other big winners and losers?
Nov 7th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Last of the Republican Upstarts
Of 11 GOP governors who flipped states In 2010, Walker Is only one seeking a third term.
Nov 5th, 2018 by Shawn Johnson
Why Schimel’s Lawsuit Makes No Sense
Even conservatives suggest the AG’s suit against Affordable Care Act is bad law.
Nov 4th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
City a Leader in White Nationalism
New Berlin is headquarters for neo-Nazi party founded by George Lincoln Rockwell.
Nov 1st, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
“We’re In a Battle For America’s Soul”
Joe Biden campaigns for Baldwin, Evers, takes down Trump in Madison
Oct 31st, 2018 by Laurel White
Will Obama Visit Increase Black Turnout?
4,000 people attended, mostly North Side residents, whose votes could be critical.
Oct 30th, 2018 by Grace Connatser
“Most Important Election Of Our Lifetimes”
Obama’s speech here says health care, education, living wage are on the line.
Oct 29th, 2018 by Ximena Conde
LGBTQ Leaders Demand Transgender Rights
Protest at City Hall opposes Trump Administration's attempt to "erase" transgender people.
Oct 27th, 2018 by Jack Fennimore
How Now Brown Cows
Door County artist Craig Blietz, whose work is at MOWA, makes cows cool.
Oct 26th, 2018 by Catherine Jozwik
Grothman vs. Kohl Race Is Competitive
6th Congresssional District has been Republican since 1960s, but race is close, experts say.
Oct 25th, 2018 by Patty Murray
President Trump is Beyond Divisive
He respects no one, maybe not even himself, and never seeks win-win outcomes.
Oct 19th, 2018 by John Torinus
ACLU Attempts to End Stop-And-Frisk Policing
While at the same time, President Trump praises stop-and-frisk policing.
Oct 18th, 2018 by Edgar Mendez
Fitzgerald Downplays Pre-Existing Conditions Issue
Republican Senate leader says he lacks votes to pass bill, then says it could pass “in the future.”
Oct 17th, 2018 by Shawn Johnson
October Surprise for Walker, Trump?
Trade war, declining market, junk health insurance may stick to both candidates.
Oct 16th, 2018 by Bill Kaplan
Walker Mum About Medicaid Changes
He was going to get tough on Medicaid recipients, now runs away from the issue.
Oct 16th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Medicare For All Becomes Hot Issue
Many Democrats, including Tammy Baldwin, embrace it, as Republicans condemn it.
Oct 12th, 2018 by Shamane Mills
Cities Seek Climate Change Solutions
Milwaukee, Madison, Superior move toward solar and storm-sewer solutions.
Oct 12th, 2018 by Danielle Kaeding
Democrats Need Bread-And-Butter Issues
Republicans won’t protect workers pensions and health care, Democrats will.
Oct 11th, 2018 by Bill Kaplan
Schimel Suit Cost Workers $23 Million
Suit he joined stopped 165,000 Wisconsin workers from getting overtime pay.
Oct 9th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Let’s Talk About the American Dream
Haggerty Museum show offers videos by Dutch-born artist interviewing young Americans.
Oct 5th, 2018 by Catherine Jozwik
Voter Impersonation Very Rare, Studies Show
It's the rationale for photo ID, but as rare as getting struck by lightning.
Oct 5th, 2018 by Cameron Smith and Dee J. Hall
The Curious Campaign of Leah Vukmir
Her campaign seems to ignore poll data showing most disagree with her stands.
Oct 3rd, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Voter ID Lowered Turnout, Studies Show
Wisconsin, other states had lower turnout, especially by minority and college-age voters.
Oct 3rd, 2018 by Cameron Smith
The Rise of Absentee Ballots
Just 12% of all ballots in 2004, could hit 33% in 2020.
Oct 1st, 2018 by Steven Walters
Making Insurance Fake Again
Trump and Walker plans let health insurers end coverage of pre-existing conditions, sell junk policies.
Sep 27th, 2018 by William L. Holahan and Charles O. Kroncke
Young Voters, Black Voters Key to Election?
Two separate groups working on voter turnout could have big impact.
Sep 25th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Federal Agents Arrest 30 State Immigrants
Crackdown by ICE agents arrests two in Milwaukee, 11 in Madison.
Sep 25th, 2018 by Phoebe Petrovic
The Impact of Republican Tax Cuts
It relies on supply side economics. So how well is that working?
Sep 19th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Where Will Walker, Evers Take Economy?
State in slow growth mode. Two candidates have very different approaches to this.
Sep 18th, 2018 by John Torinus
Will State Prevent Election Cyber Attacks?
Cybersecurity experts warn Wisconsin’s system is vulnerable. What are state officials doing about it?
Sep 17th, 2018 by Grigor Atanesian
Trump Op Ed Author Revealed!
Who’s behind the anonymous NYT column about obstructing Trump’s craziness? Read on.
Sep 13th, 2018 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
Making Wisconsin More Like Texas
Schimel and Walker support changes in Affordable Care Act most voters oppose. Why?
Sep 12th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
How Republicans Helped Tammy Baldwin
They picked the wrong candidate. That could hand election to Baldwin.
Sep 12th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Catching Up on Summer’s Political News
Summer’s over. Election looming. What do you need to know?
Sep 4th, 2018 by Steven Walters
Trump Tariffs Hurt Milwaukee Port
Corn exports decimated, steel imports a concern.
Sep 4th, 2018 by Danielle Kaeding
Foxconn UW Funding Good News
State needs more research and development at flagship university.
Sep 4th, 2018 by Gregory Humphrey
Harley Riders Oppose Boycott of Company
But they do tend to support Trump’s tariffs, interviews at Harley's celebration suggest.
Sep 3rd, 2018 by Laurel White
Dark Money Helped Kill Lead Paint Claims
State Republicans facing recalls got $750,000 in secret cash, wrote law to bar suits to benefit lead poisoned children.
Sep 3rd, 2018 by Pawan Naidu
Why Walker Must Go Negative
Governor is so unpopular he must bludgeon his opponent or change his identity. Or both.
Aug 28th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
6 Senate Races Will Decide Party Control
Stakes are high, including control over 2020 redistricting.
Aug 27th, 2018 by Steven Walters
The Attack on Affordable Care
Walker, Schimel, Johnson would kill program; 2.4 million Wisconsinites with pre-existing conditions could lose insurance.
Aug 26th, 2018 by Steve Ohly
In Defense of Journalists
Trump is the enemy of truth. Journalists are still the best protection of a democratic nation.
Aug 20th, 2018 by John Torinus
Poll Has Evers 5 Points Up On Walker
Poll taken two days after election. Walker spokesman says they expect “tough canpaign.”
Aug 18th, 2018 by Laurel White
Election Had Big Democratic Turnout
100,000 more people voted in Democratic primary despite massive Republican spending on Senate race.
Aug 16th, 2018 by Shawn Johnson
Evers Could Benefit From Walker Fatigue
There is exhaustion with Walker’s ambition and relentless negative campaigns.
Aug 15th, 2018 by Bill Kaplan
Why Republicans Lack Health Coverage
Trump’s attack on Affordable Care Act mostly hurts Republicans, the data shows.
Aug 15th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
23 Election Winners and Losers
Beyond the vote totals, who were the other winners and losers in yesterday’s election?
Aug 15th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Wisconsin Residents See Democracy in Decline
Nationally and here in Wisconsin, citizens feel their voices aren't being heard.
Aug 6th, 2018 by Nicole Ki
Sly’s “Stand” Is a Great Call to Arms
Innovative song might be just what certain politicians need to get some courage.
Aug 3rd, 2018 by John Sieger
Huge Drop in Refugees to State
Big drop in 2017, 2018, part of national trend, biggest state impact on Milwaukee.
Aug 3rd, 2018 by Scott Gordon
How Government Helps the Economy
A government safety net is the best way of assuring the economy can evolve and grow.
Aug 1st, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Are Democratic Candidates Too Liberal?
Walker is very vulnerable, but his challengers are blowing it with far-left campaigns.
Jul 31st, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
