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Almost three years ago, the Republican leadership in Wisconsin found new ways to give their big donors and their corporate buddies more power to influence our elections and our public policies.
Chances are slim that the Scott Walkers and Leah Vukmirs of the world will mingle with the workers when there’s work to be done for those with the deep pockets.
The column below reflects the views of the author, and these opinions are neither endorsed nor supported by WisOpinion.com. As a member of the Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board, I am excited about the launch of the Five for
It took the arrival of Foxconn, the world’s leading contract manufacturer of consumer electronics, to open more homegrown corporate eyes to taking on more risk by making technology investments at home and abroad.
State lags the Midwest in renewable energy, yet suddenly making great progress.
The column below reflects the views of the author, and these opinions are neither endorsed nor supported by WisOpinion.com. Growing up as a boy in Ethiopia my mother taught me to only say nice things about people. My mother never
Given the increasingly bleak environment for traditional print media, I still have hope for the future of the Journal Sentinel as its diligent reporters and editors attempt to find ways to do more with less. My column — and all opinion columns — are ending to make room for what’s called “solutions-based journalism,” which is reporting that aims to lift up those people and organizations already working on possible answers to problems.
I’m proud to work with my colleagues and the experts in our state agencies to provide everyone in Wisconsin with even more drinkable, fishable and swimmable water.
Problems with the WisVote software are being blamed for the Milwaukee County canvass of the August 14 Democratic Sheriff’s primary showing almost exactly double the number of votes actually cast on Election Day.
65% in this state get insurance at work. Would they support Medicare for All?
When Ted Warshafsky nominated Julian Bond for vice president, they suddenly found themselves talking about poverty, racism and war on national TV. It was beautiful.
Libertarian Phil Anderson’s education plank is that, “Any revenues raised to pay for K–12 education should be controlled by parents, who may use the funds for public schools, private schools, or home schooling.” Their kids are not “our children.” Let parents choose.
Think you know everything about Tommy Thompson? Guess again.
Governor is so unpopular he must bludgeon his opponent or change his identity. Or both.
New state report shows roads funding down 28%, yet debt service doubling under Walker.
Are TIFs – tax increment districts – necessary tools for economic development in blighted areas – or just “smoke and mirrors” designed to spend taxpayer money on projects that do not need it?
It’s been little more than eight months now, but we’re already seeing yet more proof that trickle-down economics doesn’t work. Never has, never will.
Tuesday’s announcement that Foxconn is partnering with three of Milwaukee’s most prominent corporate citizens to create a venture capital fund has the potential to be a watershed moment for southeastern Wisconsin.
The Church must quickly act to hold the decision makers responsible for their choices and to make clear to others that there is no tolerance for those in authority who abuse their privileged positions.
Not a replacement facility. Community-based alternatives work much better, more cheaply.
Almost three years ago, the Republican leadership in Wisconsin found new ways to give their big donors and their corporate buddies more power to influence our elections and our public policies.
Chances are slim that the Scott Walkers and Leah Vukmirs of the world will mingle with the workers when there’s work to be done for those with the deep pockets.
The column below reflects the views of the author, and these opinions are neither endorsed nor supported by WisOpinion.com. As a member of the Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board, I am excited about the launch of the Five for
It took the arrival of Foxconn, the world’s leading contract manufacturer of consumer electronics, to open more homegrown corporate eyes to taking on more risk by making technology investments at home and abroad.
State lags the Midwest in renewable energy, yet suddenly making great progress.
The column below reflects the views of the author, and these opinions are neither endorsed nor supported by WisOpinion.com. Growing up as a boy in Ethiopia my mother taught me to only say nice things about people. My mother never
Given the increasingly bleak environment for traditional print media, I still have hope for the future of the Journal Sentinel as its diligent reporters and editors attempt to find ways to do more with less. My column — and all opinion columns — are ending to make room for what’s called “solutions-based journalism,” which is reporting that aims to lift up those people and organizations already working on possible answers to problems.
I’m proud to work with my colleagues and the experts in our state agencies to provide everyone in Wisconsin with even more drinkable, fishable and swimmable water.
Problems with the WisVote software are being blamed for the Milwaukee County canvass of the August 14 Democratic Sheriff’s primary showing almost exactly double the number of votes actually cast on Election Day.
65% in this state get insurance at work. Would they support Medicare for All?
When Ted Warshafsky nominated Julian Bond for vice president, they suddenly found themselves talking about poverty, racism and war on national TV. It was beautiful.
Libertarian Phil Anderson’s education plank is that, “Any revenues raised to pay for K–12 education should be controlled by parents, who may use the funds for public schools, private schools, or home schooling.” Their kids are not “our children.” Let parents choose.
Think you know everything about Tommy Thompson? Guess again.
Governor is so unpopular he must bludgeon his opponent or change his identity. Or both.
New state report shows roads funding down 28%, yet debt service doubling under Walker.
Are TIFs – tax increment districts – necessary tools for economic development in blighted areas – or just “smoke and mirrors” designed to spend taxpayer money on projects that do not need it?
It’s been little more than eight months now, but we’re already seeing yet more proof that trickle-down economics doesn’t work. Never has, never will.
Tuesday’s announcement that Foxconn is partnering with three of Milwaukee’s most prominent corporate citizens to create a venture capital fund has the potential to be a watershed moment for southeastern Wisconsin.
The Church must quickly act to hold the decision makers responsible for their choices and to make clear to others that there is no tolerance for those in authority who abuse their privileged positions.
Not a replacement facility. Community-based alternatives work much better, more cheaply.