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Which Federal Tax Plan Is Better?
Majority of taxpayers lose under both plans, but in different ways.
Nov 28th, 2017 by Tamarine Cornelius
Is State Elections Process “At Risk”?
Elections Commission, legislators, predict problems if staff not restored.
Nov 27th, 2017 by Steven Walters
A New Wisconsin Neo-Hate Group?
State chapter of “Proud Boys” is anti-immigrant, anti-feminism, pro-"western values.”
Nov 26th, 2017 by Alexandra Hall
Measuring How Polarized We Are
That’s what Craig Gilbert is doing, as he discusses with Mike Gousha.
Nov 21st, 2017 by Dave Fidlin
Will Democrats Set Record for Governor Race?
A record 16 candidates have registered, making predictions difficult.
Nov 20th, 2017 by Steven Walters
Schimel Chats Up Big Donors at Trump Resort
Event sponsored by group that gave $300,000 to state campaigns in 2014 election.
Nov 17th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Walker, Vukmir Court the Israel Lobby
A great way to get donations from billionaires like Sheldon Adelson.
Nov 16th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Historic Preservation in Peril
Job-creating historic preservation tax credits face cuts again, this time from Congress.
Nov 15th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Foxconn Signing Is a Love Fest
Walker rhapsodizes about the deal, and welcomes workers from Illinois.
Nov 13th, 2017 by Graham Kilmer
Can Walker Win Reelection?
And what’s the secret -- so far -- of his success?
Nov 13th, 2017 by Steven Walters
State Sees Rise in Hate Groups
Increase in anti-Semitic, racist incidents reflects national increase in hate groups.
Nov 13th, 2017 by Mukhtar Ibrahim
Trump-GOP Tax Plan in Five Charts
Provisions will have huge impact on Wisconsin taxpayers.
Nov 10th, 2017 by Tamarine Cornelius
Walker Retreats From Foxconn Deal
It was supposed to assure his reelection. What happened?
Nov 9th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Opioid Crisis Hits City Hard
County’s huge increase isn’t just suburban whites, city and minority residents hurt, too.
Nov 9th, 2017 by Edgar Mendez
Voter Suppression Hurts Everyone
New research shows votes -- for both blacks and whites -- were suppressed in 2016.
Oct 31st, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Make America Safe From Domestic Terrorism
Most U.S. terrorists are American citizens, but little attention is paid to them.
Oct 27th, 2017 by Masood Akhtar
Secret Corporate Cash Funded GOP Hideaway
Ryan and Republicans enjoyed fancy post-convention “cloakroom" paid for by 20 companies.
Oct 26th, 2017 by Carrie Levine
The Fight Against Great Lakes Algae
Federal funding Trump wants to end has helped Wisconsin, other states.
Oct 24th, 2017 by Steven Maier
Walker’s 2018 Campaign Baggage Is Heavy
The negative issues and squabbles he must handle keep growing.
Oct 24th, 2017 by James Rowen
Wisconsin One of Cheapest States
Gives little to charity, report shows. Milwaukee is much more generous than state.
Oct 19th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Can Democrats Beat Ryan, Grothman?
Odds are slim. But the added turnout for those races could help reelect Tammy Baldwin.
Oct 12th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Who Benefits from Trump Tax Cuts?
In Wisconsin the top 1% will get 61% of the tax cut.
Oct 10th, 2017 by Tamarine Cornelius
We’re All Running For Governor
Ten Democrats are running, and most were at this forum, chastising Walker.
Oct 9th, 2017 by Michael Horne
Trump Tax Plan’s $10 Billion Impact on State
Residents could be hurt and helped by changes.
Oct 9th, 2017 by Steven Walters
Why Farms Need Undocumented Workers
Immigrant labor produces 79 percent of nation’s milk. Can they be replaced?
Oct 9th, 2017 by Dee J. Hall and Riley Vetterkind
Schimel and Pruitt, the Anti-Environmentalists
State attorney general and federal EPA head never met a green policy they liked.
Oct 8th, 2017 by James Rowen
The Lessons of Repeal and Replace
Republicans never had an actual plan. Bernie Sanders might learn from that.
Oct 4th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
US Treasurer’s Name Misspelled on Official Site
Her name goes on all U.S. dollars, but Trump administration unsure of spelling.
Oct 4th, 2017 by Michael Horne
Sykes On ‘How The Right Lost Its Mind’
Former talk show host talks up his new book, stresses he's still a conservative.
Sep 28th, 2017 by Dave Fidlin
Can Milwaukee Win The Amazon Challenge?
If a lower cost of living for employees is a key criteria.
Sep 20th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
Mr. Gou – Your Turn
An open letter to the chairman of Foxconn.
Sep 18th, 2017 by Steven Walters
The Online Legacy of Sheriff Clarke
His use of government social media set an ugly precedent which must be rejected.
Sep 14th, 2017 by Isiah Holmes
Flynn Blasts “Incompetent” Report
“We want to talk about reform,” police chief says, not DOJ report’s many errors.
Sep 7th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
A Tale of Two Millennials
Two young Assembly reps in each party, two very different tales.
Sep 5th, 2017 by Steven Walters
Community Groups Hail Clarke’s Resignation
Anti-Clarke groups declare victory, push Walker on replacement he appoints.
Sep 5th, 2017 by Jabril Faraj
Why Did Sheriff Clarke Resign?
It’s all about his love of Donald Trump -- and the media spotlight.
Sep 1st, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Joint Finance Okays School Choice Expansion
Powerful voucher lobby, including Betsy DeVos, has spent millions to support state politicians.
Aug 31st, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Trump Says “You’re Fired” to Republicans
He’s at war with nearly every GOP leader; where does that leave the party?
Aug 31st, 2017 by John Torinus
Ron Johnson’s Hypocrisy on Federal Judgeship
Violates his pledge and adopts policy he once condemned to get conservative appointed judge.
Aug 22nd, 2017 by Margo Kirchner
Trump Impacts Dairy Farms, Milwaukee Police
Crackdown on illegal immigrants, “sanctuary cities” may force changes in county and state.
Aug 15th, 2017 by Andrew Becker and Patrick Michels
Right-Wing TV News Kingdom Rising
Sinclair Broadcasting could become biggest player in state’s top media markets.
Aug 15th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Rojo Is a Trump-Style Loose Cannon
Ron Johnson insults McCain, supports Trump’s reckless rhetoric on North Korea.
Aug 15th, 2017 by Bill Kaplan
Unlawful Tactics Used Against Immigrants?
Federal investigators use surveillance technology on anyone living in a known gang area.
Aug 13th, 2017 by Isiah Holmes
Will Stepp Join U.S. EPA Wrecking Crew?
Her radical reshaping of state DNR may make her the perfect candidate.
Aug 10th, 2017 by James Rowen
Walker’s Health Care Gamble Exposes State
He bet on health care exchanges and against expanding Medicaid, which could hurt Wisconsin.
Aug 9th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
Wisconsin A Key State for Russian Hacking
And Ryan, Johnson, Duffy may have many questions to answer.
Aug 8th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Foxconn, Wisconsin’s Manufacturing Future?
Deal will cost $500 for every person in the state.
Aug 2nd, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
Council Approves BRT Route Restrictions
Learn more about what alderman Bauman claims is a route worth studying
Aug 1st, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Foxconn Could Be Environmental Disaster
Marginal jobs for enormous tax subsidies, plus air and water pollution.
Jul 31st, 2017 by Ron Legro
Why I Oppose Foxconn Deal
Rep. Brostoff on corporate extortion, suicide nets and the race to the bottom.
Jul 30th, 2017 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
Walker’s Reelection Now A Certainty
Foxconn deal would make him a 10 point favorite if Las Vegas offered odds.
Jul 28th, 2017 by George Mitchell
Foxconn Loves Wisconsin, Walker
Gou says governor is top reason Foxconn coming. Abele has county site in play.
Jul 27th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
$8.5 Million Reasons Why GOP Expanding Vouchers
Multi millions in campaign donations, mostly from out-of-state voucher supporters.
Jul 26th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Obamacare “Fixes” Will Shortchange Wisconsin
Latest GOP approach is bad news for this state and others.
Jul 25th, 2017 by Jon Peacock
Trump Tax Cut Massive Gift to Wealthy
Top 1% in Wisconsin would get more than half the tax cut.
Jul 21st, 2017 by Jon Peacock
The “Democrats Are Evil” Trap
National Review’s David French blames this for GOP loyalty to Trump. Let us consider the irony.
Jul 19th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
Walker Building Yesterday’s Economy
GOP throws ever more money at declining manufacturers, gets nothing back.
Jul 13th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Who Wins From Global Warming?
Wisconsin wins; Florida, Texas, southern states big losers.
Jul 12th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
Foxconn Lands in Milwaukee
Foxconn plane at General Mitchell, closed-door meetings scheduled in Racine County.
Jul 10th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Walker’s Dreadful Dilemma on Health Care
Why is he so vague on Obamacare? Because its repeal could kill his reelection.
Jul 6th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
How Will Trumpcare Affect Wisconsin?
The bottom line: worse health and 1,000 additional deaths per year.
Jul 5th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
The Medicare Advantage
It has consumer choice, competition and lower costs. A better model than Medicaid.
Jun 30th, 2017 by John Torinus
Will Supremes Rule on State Redistricting?
Past cases show Supreme Court is reluctant to overrule district courts.
Jun 28th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
How Trucks Destroy Our Roads
And how a fee on trucks could solve state’s transportation problem.
Jun 22nd, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Trump Budget Will Hurt State Workers
Yet his campaign promised new opportunities for workers.
Jun 20th, 2017 by Tamarine Cornelius
Workers Fleeing America’s Dairyland
Hostile rhetoric and immigration arrests pushing dairy workers out.
Jun 18th, 2017 by Alexandra Hall
Investing in Our Workforce
My Wisconsin Works for Everyone welfare reform package offers hands-on skills and job training.
Jun 15th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Does “Death Tax” Hurt State Businesses?
Paul Ryan says yes. The data shows less than 1% affected.
Jun 10th, 2017 by Cezary Podkul
Give Your Input on BRT Project
County will hold two open houses on Bus Rapid Transit line.
Jun 7th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Impeach Donald Trump
Evidence suggests he is radically changing US foreign policy for personal gain.
Jun 7th, 2017 by Matt Flynn
How Obamacare Helped One Family
And how the GOP’s plan will leave millions without health care.
Jun 6th, 2017 by Patrick Tomlinson
What We Need in a New Sheriff
If Clarke leaves, what kind of sheriff should replace him?
Jun 2nd, 2017 by Casey Hoff
Why Federal Election Study Needed
Trump’s Commission on Election Integrity could answer many important questions.
May 31st, 2017 by William L. Holahan and Charles O. Kroncke
How to Elect a New Governor
We need a progressive, Bernie Sanders-style candidate.
May 30th, 2017 by Robert Kraig
Trump Great Lakes Cuts Hurt Supporters
Great Lakes governors who supported him own that massive cut in Great Lakes funding.
May 30th, 2017 by James Rowen
Trump’s Massive Cost Shift to States
Under his budget state loses billions for health care, food stamps, schools.
May 26th, 2017 by Tamarine Cornelius and Jon Peacock
Trump Budget’s Massive Medicaid Cut
At risk are 1.2 million Wisconsinites.
May 25th, 2017 by Jon Peacock
Ryan, Priebus on a Sinking Ship
Paul Ryan and Reince Priebus may go down with the USS Trump.
May 23rd, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Minority Reproductive Care At Risk
Ending funding of Planned Parenthood will mostly hurt minority patients in city.
May 21st, 2017 by Naomi Waxman
Clarke Shouldn’t Get National Promotion
County Jail deaths on his watch disqualify him from Homeland Security Job.
May 18th, 2017 by U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore
Hendricks Not Paying Property Taxes?
The billionaire's Rock County mansion doesn't appear on tax rolls.
May 17th, 2017 by Michael Horne
Why Clarke Is Wrong About Trump
The sheriff’s defense of the president is out of touch with reality.
May 17th, 2017 by Chris Walker
Urban Milwaukee Wins Press Club Awards
Fifth-straight year the publication is honored by state-wide contest.
May 15th, 2017 by Urban Milwaukee
Trumpcare Can Be Stopped
It drastically reduces health coverage. Senate could, should resist it.
May 14th, 2017 by Bill Kaplan
Firing of Comey Is Disturbing
Trump's rationale is bogus. A special prosecutor must be appointed.
May 12th, 2017 by Chris Walker
How Federal Funding Hurts Cities
Liberals and cities would be better off opposing funding.
May 11th, 2017 by John Norquist
Why Not a 4% Flat Tax for State?
Proposal drops income tax to 4% for all, adds sales tax on gas.
May 9th, 2017 by John Torinus
Study on MAC Tax Credit Badly Flawed
Manufacturing and Agriculture credit goes to wealthy, not to job creation.
May 3rd, 2017 by Chris Taylor
Trump Should Go Big on Health Care
Turn states loose as innovators, create 50 different pilot plans.
May 1st, 2017 by John Torinus
ALEC and Wisconsin’s Economy
ALEC ranks state high for its policies, but they haven’t improved economy.
Apr 26th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
Student Debt Hits $1.4 Trillion
Solutions needed. Trump, Walker policies will drive debt level higher.
Apr 26th, 2017 by Analiese Eicher
The Lobbyist Governors Loved
The late Bill Gerrard was part of “permanent government” voters decry.
Apr 25th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
UWM Arts Instructor Seeks Justice
Nicolas Lampert creates designs for groups like Voces de la Frontera.
Apr 22nd, 2017 by Camille Paul
Trump Could Save the Great Lakes
Instead of cutting funding, he could address invasive species.
Apr 15th, 2017 by John Torinus
Milwaukee Joins March for Science
April 22 march planned in 294 cities, many in Great Lakes region.
Apr 14th, 2017 by Chao Yan
Bill Restricts Election Recounts
Inspired by Jill Stein recount, would make state more restrictive than most.
Apr 12th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Medicaid Expansion Could Save $380 Million
Total savings to taxpayers lost by June 2019: $1.07 billion.
Apr 11th, 2017 by Jon Peacock
7 Election Winners and Losers
Unions, Hmong community and county infighters were among the winners.
Apr 5th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Trump’s Energy Order Will Hurt State
Will harm environment, forego $55 million savings from energy efficiency.
Apr 4th, 2017 by Mark Redsten
