While I’ve never been a big fan of fireworks, I know how important they are to this city.

All Trump rallies have a similar feel to them—always fun and full of positive energy and love for America. But something more significant occurred at the latest Trump rally in the Bronx, as Trump took a break from the blatantly politicized trial against him in New York to do a rally in one of the bluest areas of the country.

The world looks to the United States as a leader, with vital alliances, economic prowess, and a healthy dose of reason and sound judgment among those who are in our government or aspire for leadership.

June 5 is the anniversary of our recall election victory. It was the first time a governor survived such an effort. Each of the previous attempts resulted in the incumbent being removed from office.

Officials at the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction did not mince words in its letter warning Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Keith Posley that millions of dollars in school funds are in jeopardy because of his district’s failure to provide statutorily required financial data.

The Libertarian Party (LP) held their national convention in Washington, D.C. this past weekend. The event featured several big-name political figures, too—Vivek Ramaswamy, Robert Kennedy Jr., Donald Trump and Ron Paul all made appearances. Yet, despite their presence, none garnered nearly as much attention, or caused more commotion, than the LP’s presidential nominee—Chase Oliver.

Sociologist Brad Wilcox is modeling what he thinks more people with elevated platforms in American culture should do: He’s telling young people to marry because it will make them happier.

I’ve got former Shorewood Hills president and longtime utillity official David Benforado to thank for passing along a recent story from CBS News that ought to make your blood boil.

Arkansas. And us, the great State of Wisconsin. That’s it. That’s the list. And it is not a “good” list. This is not a good list for Wisconsin women. What list is this? It’s a list of the states that have refused to extend postpartum coverage for new moms on Medicaid from 60 days to a full year.