Editor’s Note
In a free society, it’s better when we the people — not the government — make the decisions.
By Mike Nichols
Victor Berger: Virulent bigot
The untold story — finally — of Milwaukee’s socialist icon and his appalling views toward blacks, immigrants and women.
By Mark Lisheron
Badger Briefing: Here’s what we’re hearing
Numbers and nuggets from trends we’ve observed on topics from minimum wage to Wisconsin’s tax volatility to transportation debt.
The resurrection of socialism
Democrats on the far left embrace redistribution of income and other modern-day socialist ideals.
By Mike Nichols
The Hop’s influence is a flop
Claims that the streetcar swayed major development decisions in downtown Milwaukee are off track, according to a Badger Institute review and interviews.
By Ken Wysocky
Guest Opinion: Courage as a modern virtue
Rather than demand safe spaces and PC, exhibit mental toughness and focus on how to disagree better.
By Ryan Berg
Is it high time to legalize in Wisconsin? Yes …
Legal cannabis will bring health benefits, racial justice and personal freedom.
By Phil Anderson
Frontlines: On his own terms
Detours, obstacles and deals gone bad didn’t deter Mike Mooney, chairman of leading commercial real estate firm MLG Capital.
By Marilyn Krause
Is it high time to legalize in Wisconsin? No …
The harmful effects on health and society outweigh any potential benefits.
By Van Wanggaard
Culture Con: The changing landscape of retail exemplifies free enterprise at work
We no longer need the mall because we carry it in our pocket. What we have seen happen in retail is mirrored throughout the economy.
By Richard Esenberg
Protecting history or promoting agendas?
The use of historic designation nowadays often has nothing to do with preservation.
Analysis by Julie Grace
