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Will Federal Tax Plan Succeed?
Past economic data suggests it won’t. And voters think it will fail.
Jan 10th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Foxconn’s Low Return on State Investment
Other state subsidies will have far greater jobs created per tax dollar spent.
Jan 8th, 2018 by John Torinus
Health Care Insurers Shaking Up Market
Some are even buying health care providers. Changes could be good for consumers.
Dec 21st, 2017 by John Torinus
Does Tax Plan Enrich Ron Johnson?
And will changes senator championed help small businesses? A look at the numbers.
Dec 18th, 2017 by Laura Thompson
Ron Johnson a Hero for Small Businesses
His objections push Republicans to add federal tax breaks for small businesses.
Dec 13th, 2017 by John Torinus
Buyout Of Rockwell A Bad Idea
Better for the company long term if Rockwell rejects takeover bid by Emerson Electric.
Nov 28th, 2017 by John Torinus
How CROWE Can Help State Economy
The launching of UW-Madison Center for Research on the Wisconsin Economy is much needed.
Nov 1st, 2017 by John Torinus
UW System Reorganization a Bold Plan
What’s good and what could be improved in UW President Ray Cross’s proposal.
Oct 19th, 2017 by John Torinus
Will Governor Candidates Duck Big Issues?
Health care reform and UW reorganization are big issues Walker and his opponent may punt.
Oct 3rd, 2017 by John Torinus
Environment Fading As Public Issue
Wisconsin needs a renewed dialogue on the protection of our natural resources.
Sep 27th, 2017 by John Torinus
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
Presenting the Milwaukee Filmmaker Alliance
Former DreamWorks SKG executive hired as director of new organization created to cultivate, connect, and catalyze Milwaukee area film industry
Aug 29th, 2017 by Milwaukee Film
Foxconn Should Embrace Green Goals
They’ve operated with high environmental standards in Mexico. Why not in Wisconsin?
Aug 24th, 2017 by John Torinus
The Health Care Speech Ryan Should Give
Try a managed cared plan that covers primary care for all.
Jul 11th, 2017 by John Torinus
Lubar Center Accelerates Startups
UWM's entrepreneurship center to be a highly visible hub for region’s startup economy.
Jun 13th, 2017 by John Torinus
Walker Is No Tommy Thompson
But in his less inclusive, more political way, he may be just as successful.
Jun 1st, 2017 by John Torinus
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
Trump Could Save the Great Lakes
Instead of cutting funding, he could address invasive species.
Apr 15th, 2017 by John Torinus
Please Rethink Those Trump Tariffs
A tariff wall will just force companies like mine to raise prices.
Mar 24th, 2017 by John Torinus
Where Will We Get Our Journalism?
Journal Sentinel’s dramatic decline leaves huge void to be filled.
Mar 17th, 2017 by John Torinus
Ryan Health Care Plan Misfires
Private companies left out of discussion, may be pushed to drop employee coverage.
Mar 9th, 2017 by John Torinus
Milwaukee Catching Madison On Startups
Two new venture funds could push this city ahead in startup companies.
Feb 15th, 2017 by John Torinus
UW System Needs Tighter Financial Controls
UW-Oshkosh scandal points to problem. Yet Walker opposed UW system audit.
Feb 1st, 2017 by John Torinus
In Defense Of The Press
President declares war on the media. But we’ll get a straighter story from them.
Jan 25th, 2017 by John Torinus
Grow UWM To Grow Metro Economy
More funding should get bipartisan support from governor, legislators. Will it?
Jan 16th, 2017 by John Torinus
Medicaid Block Grants Could Hurt Wisconsin
20% of state’s citizens, 1.1 million, depend on Medicaid. Block grant system would threaten them with cutbacks.
Jan 9th, 2017 by Barbara Beckert
Sykes Exits Cruel World He Helped Create
His talk radio show was part of the problem. Will he help find solutions?
Dec 20th, 2016 by John Torinus
How to Replace Obamacare
Here’s a blueprint for a GOP health care plan with seven key ingredients.
Nov 18th, 2016 by John Torinus
Treat Start-up Companies Like the Bucks
$250 million spent on NBA arena could launch 500 high-growth start-up businesses.
Nov 8th, 2016 by John Torinus
Agenda Items for Walker’s Second Act
Gov. Walker needs to focus on policy, including job creation in Milwaukee, not politics.
Sep 28th, 2016 by John Torinus
Two New Knees for Just $39,000
Value healthcare approach saves thousands of dollars for both employee and company.
Sep 22nd, 2016 by John Torinus
Anti-Trade Movement Will Hurt State
Wisconsin is a net exporter of products, yet Trump, Clinton, Feingold oppose global trade pacts.
Aug 10th, 2016 by John Torinus
The Problem With Publicly-Owned Companies
Wall Street kingpin Byron Trott, speaking in Milwaukee, extols private and family companies.
Jun 6th, 2016 by John Torinus
Will Republican Party Lose Its Soul?
GOP should stick to its principles and reject Trump. Ryan could lead the way.
May 23rd, 2016 by John Torinus
State Is Biased Against Newer Businesses
Hundreds of million in tax breaks for big companies, peanuts for small ones that create most jobs.
Apr 20th, 2016 by Marc Eisen
City’s Health Coverage a Huge Success
Milwaukee's success holding down costs of employee health care echoes that of some private employers.
Mar 20th, 2016 by John Torinus
Can Ryan Succeed as Speaker?
If he seeks innovative solutions, he might forge some grand compromises.
Nov 3rd, 2015 by John Torinus
Valley of Death Hurts Startup Businesses
State could help with WHEDA funding. Why not try it on a pilot basis?
May 11th, 2015 by John Torinus
Statement from Rep. Barca on massive layoffs at long-term care organization in Slinger
"The governor’s lack of planning and inclusiveness and failure to involve people in important public policy has had devastating consequences for the citizens of our state"
Apr 9th, 2015 by State Rep. Peter Barca
