Laura Lane: Wisconsin’s energy system is outdated and unjust
Wisconsin’s utility system still rests on a framework shaped by the 1907 Public Utilities Law that granted utility corporations monopoly status. Today, this system allows top executives at utilities to take home massive salaries, while families struggle under high energy burdens.
Brad Olson: Farm policy reaches every grocery cart
Voting for legislators who support farmers helps to strengthen agriculture and build a strong and resilient food system so that everyone can access quality food at affordable prices. When agriculture wins, everyone wins.
Daniel Gage: Smartphones are creating increasingly isolated students
As a teacher, I saw firsthand what happens when young people become disconnected, but I also saw the profound transformation that occurs when they find belonging and purpose.
Phil Haslanger: Restorative Justice program gives prisoners a chance to heal
In the Restorative Justice program, a small group of selected prisoners go through an 11-week program learning about themselves, about the impact of crimes on victims, about how the justice system works (or doesn’t work), and about what life can be like on the outside.
Michael Lucas: What is America? How to read the Declaration
The problem with the American Creed is that it’s different for everyone. Both the Left and the Right can rightfully claim that the American Promise can only be kept by implementing their respective political programs. But the Declaration was never meant to establish a Creed. So how should Americans understand it
Gregory Humphrey: History lesson on a bike outing in Madison
Parents in Madison have a built-in history lesson every time they take the kids out for a bike ride.
Mitchell A. Sobieski: Trump’s Reflecting Pool repair scandal exposes the political double standard of his January 6 pardons
The issue was not whether federal property should be protected. It should be. The issue was why Trump showed mercy toward people connected to one of the most serious attacks on American democratic institutions in modern history, while he treated alleged interference with a failed pool liner as a public criminal threat worthy of escalation.
Vance calls Evers refusal to turn over SNAP enrollment ‘borderline criminal’
Vance, who addressed reporters and guests at the Wisconsin National Guard’s 128th Air Refueling Wing, said the guv’s refusal to provide the enrollment data meant the federal government could not check if immigrants were accessing the program illegally.
Wisconsin Right to Life: Wisconsin Right to Life statement on the passing of Paul Farrow
Wisconsin Right to Life is deeply saddened by the passing of Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow. Throughout his years of public service, Paul was known as a principled leader who approached his work with conviction, humility, and a sincere commitment
Primary interview series: Goodwin, Roman differ on state surplus in 12 AD Dem primary
While state Rep. Russell Goodwin, D-Milwaukee, continues to believe his vote for a $1.8 billion surplus package was the right move for his constituents, primary challenger Jordan Roman says he wouldn’t have supported it unless there were significant changes. Goodwin,
Ducks Unlimted and Groundswell Conservancy: Ducks Unlimited, Groundswell Partner to protect nearly 2,000 acres along Wisconsin’s Lower Sugar River
MADISON, Wis. (July 8, 2026) — Ducks Unlimited (DU) and Groundswell Conservancy have partnered to permanently protect nearly 2,000 acres along the Lower Sugar River in Rock County, Wisconsin. This marks one of the most significant land conservation efforts in
WisDems: Whine Wednesday: Van Orden’s Twitter use wrapped
MADISON, Wis. — Van Orden has had quite the head-spinning week as evidenced by his 128 tweets. From ANTIFA conspiracies to bad AI, you can find all the highlights (or lowlights) of Van Orden’s online presence this past week below. DVO’S DADDY
Dept. of Justice: Wisconsin DOJ joins amicus brief in United Farm Workers v. United States Department of Labor to protect wages for domestic and H-2A farmworkers
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) is joining a coalition in filing an amicus brief supporting the United Farm Workers’ (UFW) motion for summary judgment seeking to permanently enjoin the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) from applying its 2025
WisDems: ICYMI: Steil needs to abandon his vote suppression efforts
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, reporting from the Associated Press on new ACA enrollment numbers revealed that since the passage of the Big Ugly Bill and the GOP’s refusal to continue ACA funding, roughly 45,000 Wisconsinites have lost coverage under the ACA. Every member of
Milwaukee County Supervisor Taylor: Supervisor Steve F. Taylor issues statement on the passing of Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow
MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee County Supervisor Steve F. Taylor issued the following statement regarding the passing of Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow, who died Tuesday after a battle with cancer. “Paul Farrow was a fearless leader whose dedication to public service made a