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Kaitlin Washburn: The legacy and impact of McCain-Feingold
McCain served as a Republican senator for Arizona for over 30 years. While there were many policy issues he focused on throughout his tenure, one of his hallmark legislative achievements was in campaign finance reform.

Charlie Sykes: Give McCain his building
On the Daily Standard Podcast, deputy online editor Jim Swift joins host Charlie Sykes to discuss the life and legacy of John McCain, the plans to rename the Russell Senate Office Building after him, and more.

Matthew Rothschild: How the Wisconsin GOP rewrote the campaign law for its own benefit
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.

Dave Zweifel: Don’t expect to see Scott Walker at Monday’s LaborFest
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.

Joan Ballweg: Five for Families: Keeping Wisconsin families strong
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

Tom Still: As Wisconsin’s corporate ‘new kid,’ Foxconn motivating right playmates
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.

Bruce Murphy: Why Wisconsin resists clean energy
State lags the Midwest in renewable energy, yet suddenly making great progress.

Tariku Bogale: Your kids need you now
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

Emily Mills: A few thoughts and thanks as this chapter closes
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.

Robert Cowles: State leaders are advancing water quality in Wisconsin
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.

Jerry Bader: Software problem blamed for inflated Milwaukee Co. sheriff’s primary election results
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.

Bruce Thompson: The case for single-payer care
65% in this state get insurance at work. Would they support Medicare for All?

John Nichols: 50 years ago, progressive delegates commandeered the Democratic Convention
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.

Jim Maas: Education in Wisconsin: Who decides?
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.

Bill Lueders: 10 fun facts about Tommy Thompson
Think you know everything about Tommy Thompson? Guess again.

Bruce Murphy: Why Walker must go negative
Governor is so unpopular he must bludgeon his opponent or change his identity. Or both.

George Mitchell: Roads spending way down, debt way up
New state report shows roads funding down 28%, yet debt service doubling under Walker.

Mike Fischer: Smoke & mirrors: The streetcar, Couture, and TIFs
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?

Dave Zweifel: ‘Trickle down’ isn’t working this time either
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.

Alan Talaga: Lower Lake Mendota
Policy changes are needed to avert future flooding.

Kaitlin Washburn: The legacy and impact of McCain-Feingold
McCain served as a Republican senator for Arizona for over 30 years. While there were many policy issues he focused on throughout his tenure, one of his hallmark legislative achievements was in campaign finance reform.

Charlie Sykes: Give McCain his building
On the Daily Standard Podcast, deputy online editor Jim Swift joins host Charlie Sykes to discuss the life and legacy of John McCain, the plans to rename the Russell Senate Office Building after him, and more.

Matthew Rothschild: How the Wisconsin GOP rewrote the campaign law for its own benefit
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.

Dave Zweifel: Don’t expect to see Scott Walker at Monday’s LaborFest
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.

Joan Ballweg: Five for Families: Keeping Wisconsin families strong
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

Tom Still: As Wisconsin’s corporate ‘new kid,’ Foxconn motivating right playmates
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.

Bruce Murphy: Why Wisconsin resists clean energy
State lags the Midwest in renewable energy, yet suddenly making great progress.

Tariku Bogale: Your kids need you now
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

Emily Mills: A few thoughts and thanks as this chapter closes
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.

Robert Cowles: State leaders are advancing water quality in Wisconsin
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.

Jerry Bader: Software problem blamed for inflated Milwaukee Co. sheriff’s primary election results
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.

Bruce Thompson: The case for single-payer care
65% in this state get insurance at work. Would they support Medicare for All?

John Nichols: 50 years ago, progressive delegates commandeered the Democratic Convention
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.

Jim Maas: Education in Wisconsin: Who decides?
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.

Bill Lueders: 10 fun facts about Tommy Thompson
Think you know everything about Tommy Thompson? Guess again.

Bruce Murphy: Why Walker must go negative
Governor is so unpopular he must bludgeon his opponent or change his identity. Or both.

George Mitchell: Roads spending way down, debt way up
New state report shows roads funding down 28%, yet debt service doubling under Walker.

Mike Fischer: Smoke & mirrors: The streetcar, Couture, and TIFs
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?

Dave Zweifel: ‘Trickle down’ isn’t working this time either
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.
