Bruce Thompson: The irony of the government shutdown
States that overwhelmingly backed Donald Trump now stand to lose the most in ACA subsidy battle.
Ruth Conniff: Tariffs and Trump’s immigration crackdown take a toll on Wisconsin farmers
If farmers are not already feeling seasick as the Trump administration spins the ag economy around on a cycle of tariffs and bailouts, the administration’s immigration crackdown is also making them queasy.
Alex Dallman: Celebrating October as Manufacturing Month
From agriculture, to computer equipment, to machinery and plastic products – Wisconsin’s manufacturing industry contributes nearly $74 billion to our state’s Gross Domestic Product and provides nearly 500,000 jobs throughout our state, according to the Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce.
Mark Treinen: Costs shouldn’t be used to deter records requests
Some Wisconsin school districts quoted enormous fees when the Cap Times asked for public records about teachers accused of sexual misconduct.
Dave Cieslewicz: Latest handicap for Wisconsin governor
With Josh Kaul now out of the race for Wisconsin governor, let’s take a look at where we’re at.
Mark Belling: Widen I-94
Western Waukesha County segment’s growing clog is unsafe and slowing economic boom
WisDems: ICYMI: Tariffs and Trump’s immigration crackdown take a toll on Wisconsin farmers
MADISON, Wis. — Today, a devastating new report was released detailing the impact of the GOP’s tariff taxes and immigration policies on Wisconsin farmers. According to the report, tariff taxes are driving up the cost of equipment while also making it more difficult for
Jenna Piwowarczyk: Why my generation won’t move on from Charlie Kirk’s death
We still feel the loss heavy on our hearts, but the majority of us are ready to get back out there on the battlefield.
Lee Rasch: Staying silent amid chaos has its own cost. People must be willing to speak up.
Most of us don’t live in political extremes hogging the mic. We trust our neighbors and local leaders. We help one another without hesitation when tragedy strikes. We show up for one another.
John Torinus: Please: More love, less hate from our CEO
What kind of tone is set for the country when our CEO — President Trump -– says with vehemence: “I hate my opponent”?
Gregory Humphrey: Witnessing a betrayal of American ideals with Trump’s military on city streets
We must remember Gov. Franklin D. Roosevelt’s horror. We must remember the Bonus Army. And we must remember that when the government turns its weapons on its own people, it is not protecting the nation. Instead, it is desecrating it.
Bob Lindmeier: Climate denial by the Trump administration is costing lives
Before the government shutdown, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency was moving forward with a plan to revoke its longstanding position that climate change is indeed a threat to human health.
IRG Action Fund: To testify on administrative law reform
“An activist Supreme Court and a progressive administration have undermined legislative oversight” Delafield, Wis. – IRG Action Fund’s Jake Curtis will testify in front of a joint Wisconsin Senate Committee on Licensing, Regulatory Reform, State and Federal Affairs and Assembly
Sen. Dassler-Alfheim: Authors bills to improve college access and affordability
Legislation aims to lower costs, increase student success to meet Wisconsin’s workforce needs MADISON, WI – Today, Senator Kristin Dassler-Alfheim (D-Appleton) authored four bills to keep higher education affordable and accessible for Wisconsin families. The legislation aims to ensure students
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Poultry shows, exhibitions in four Wisconsin counties suspended due to highly pathogenic avian influenza
MADISON, Wis. – In an effort to prevent the spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is suspending all poultry shows, exhibitions, swap meets, and movement of poultry to other