Few ideas are more popular than taxing the rich. And rightly so.

In February, Hong co-authored Assembly Bill 1028, which would have allowed Wisconsin counties and municipalities to impose an additional income tax on earnings above $1 million.

The state has built one of the better automatic-return systems in the country. Now it should stop treating that as enough.

Much of the criticism aimed at the Farm Bill is really criticism of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. In reality, the bill does not reduce SNAP benefits.

China is promoting direct renewable power connections for data centers, industrial parks, and export-oriented firms under a new 2026–2030 energy strategy.

Since the Constitution places the ultimate power in the hands of the people, we must always remain vigilant and protective of our founding principles.

The biggest D.C. scandal is Trump’s proposed military budget of $1.5 trillion.

We are better served by unity, by recognizing the interconnectedness of our histories, and by working together to secure the long-overdue material and symbolic repairs.

Hegseth’s racial and gender bigotry has been on display now for going on two years.

As we have gotten closer to America’s 250th birthday, I have spent a lot of time thinking about our Founding Fathers and those who laid the foundation for this great country. 

Milwaukee’s current wastewater treatment contract holder, Veolia Water Milwaukee, is under fire, with some calling for an audit.

The Barack Obama Presidential Center opening in Chicago gave us a complete contradiction of the times we’ve been living through. Community rather than chaos, lightness versus darkness, and hope instead of fear.

As a former Fox News host and retired Army major, Hegseth had loudly bemoaned the rise of “woke” politics and what he saw as affirmative action promotions within the military.

Mandela Barnes is by far the best choice to be our next governor.

This is bigger than campaign finance violations; it is identity theft to funnel foreign money.

Senate Republicans would do well by the country and themselves to heed Trump’s political instincts on this one.

When tuition continues to rise, students and parents deserve more than assurances that the money is being spent wisely.

While Father’s Day is still fresh in our memories, dads across our state are reflecting on the highlights of being parents. We were showered with praise, handmade cards, a cherished meal and heartfelt gifts. But often we forget to thank those who support us to be great parents: childcare workers.

When Democrats win legislative majorities, we will enshrine the will of the majority in our state constitution. We will pass the right to reproductive healthcare in both chambers, in two concurrent Legislatures, and when we do, the residents of our state will have the opportunity to vote on a constitutional amendment to guarantee this right for Wisconsin women.