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January 24, 2022 at 5:10 PM

Podcast: A tax reform path to prosperity

How do we attract residents and businesses from our high-tax neighbors? Listen Now: A Tax Reform Path to Prosperity States with competitive tax structures are attracting residents and businesses from high-tax neighbors. Can Wisconsin ge…

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January 21, 2022 at 3:30 PM

Top Picks: Dividing child from parent?

Plus tax talk, work incentives and free-market healthcare solutions Top Picks is our weekly update. To receive more frequent content from the Badger Institute’s experts – or share with us your policy areas of interest – CLICK HERE Badger …

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January 18, 2022 at 4:04 PM

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One quick minute to update your preferences Hi John! Thank you for being part of the vibrant Badger Institute community! We'd like to know more about you. That way, we can better tailor our …

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January 14, 2022 at 4:03 PM

Welcome to the Badger Institute. Here’s what's next.

Thanks for being part of our community. Well, hello there John! We're so glad you're here! We’ll keep you updated on some of the major work we’re doing that may be of intere…

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January 14, 2022 at 3:01 PM

Top Picks: A run on disinfection robots

Plus, failing students, COVID cash and Big Tech Top Picks is our weekly update. If you’d like to receive more frequent content from the Badger Institute’s experts – breaking investigative news, policy research & analysis, events and opinion – click here …

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January 11, 2022 at 6:09 PM

Video: Closed schools, damaged futures

Milwaukee kids fall further behind while parents face impossible choices Click here to watch Milwaukee Public Schools are closed again, further depriving students of the classroom instruction they desperately need. Many of…

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January 10, 2022 at 4:29 PM

Podcast: Should government rein in Big Tech?

The implications would change the internet forever Listen Now: Should Government Rein in Big Tech? Social media is entering a turbulent new era as private companies with progressive agendas seem to be censoring speech and manipulating in…

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December 29, 2021 at 6:03 PM

Top 21 of 2021

What were the top 21 most read articles and commentaries of the year? Our readers are engaged and informed, so we wondered which Badger Institute content drew the most eyeballs in 2021. Some of the top performers surprised us. Check…

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December 24, 2021 at 3:02 PM

A special Christmas message

What does "blessed" truly mean? Click here to watch a special message from Badger Institute President Mike Nichols Friends, You see and hear the word “blessings” a lot at this time of year, and it made me wonder about the…

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December 20, 2021 at 3:05 PM

Podcast: Will the Mainstream Media Even Survive?

Two former Journal Sentinel columnists discuss the state of the media Listen Now: Will the Mainstream Media Even Survive? Should We Care? Is the state of the media in our state beyond repair? Can fair and honest reporting survive in this…

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December 16, 2021 at 4:16 PM

A judicial tool, no crystal ball

Pretrial risk assessment should be expanded, not scrapped, advocates say A judicial tool, no crystal ball Pretrial risk assessment should be expanded, not scrapped, advocates say By MARK LISHERON | December 16…

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December 10, 2021 at 3:12 PM

No patience for 'Latinx'

Individuals want to decide for themselves how they are defined No patience for 'Latinx' Individuals want to decide for themselves how they are defined By AARON RODRIGUEZ | December 9, 2021  If you’ve recently…

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December 9, 2021 at 5:45 PM

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One-minute to update your email preferences Take back your inbox! Today, everyone's inbox is cluttered. That’s why we’re offering you the opportunity to select how often you’d like to receive emails from the Badger In…

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December 8, 2021 at 5:31 PM

Streamlined licensing process becomes law

Professionals should be able to secure state-required credentials in days, not months FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Streamlined licensing process becomes la…

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December 6, 2021 at 3:06 PM

Podcast: Is Guaranteed Income Inevitable?

American cities are testing the concept of no-strings-attached guaranteed income Listen Now: Is Guaranteed Income Inevitable? From coast to coast, American cities are testing the concept of no-strings-attached guaranteed income. Now this …

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December 3, 2021 at 6:04 PM

Video: Our policy plan to move Wisconsin forward

A message from Mike Nichols, President of the Badger Institute Hello John, I suspect you'll agree that most people don't expect Washington to provide meaningful solutions to problems that matter most to American families – and why more Americans are looking to the states for a…

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December 1, 2021 at 3:24 PM

Act 10 is 10

The former governor reflects and responds to his critics Act 10 is 10 The former governor reflects and responds to his critics  By JOHNNY KAMPIS | Fall 2021  This is the 10th anniversary year of Act 10, the bill…

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November 30, 2021 at 1:20 PM

It’s Giving Tuesday ... and we don’t want your money today

No, really, it's true! Today is #GivingTuesday and I’m writing with a radical message: we don’t want your money today. No, really, it’s true. Giving Tuesday began as a simple idea in 2012: a day that encourages people to do good. Th…

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November 29, 2021 at 6:01 PM

Studies find correlation between good oral health and lower risk of severe COVID infection

Wisconsin can expand options by allowing dental therapists to practice Studies find correlation between good oral health and lower risk of severe COVID infection Wisconsin, with one of the lowest rates of dental care in th…

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November 25, 2021 at 3:03 PM

A special Thanksgiving message

What are you thankful for this year? Click here to watch a special message from the Badger Institute team Friends, There is a children’s book you may remember, whether your parents read it to you long ago or you read it t…

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November 23, 2021 at 9:30 PM

Wisconsin Must Tackle Labor Shortage

State should roll back aid expansion, reinstate work incentives Wisconsin must tackle labor shortage That means rolling back expanded aid By ANGELA RACHIDI | November 23, 2021 | RealClear Policy It’s an understa…

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November 22, 2021 at 3:01 PM

Wisconsin welfare numbers increase while economy rebounds

New podcast discussing what’s contributing to the labor shortage Listen Now: What Gives? Wisconsin Welfare Numbers Increase While Economy Rebounds How can the number of welfare recipients continue to grow while businesses have more job op…

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November 19, 2021 at 5:49 PM

Parents revolt against education bureaucracies

Critical race theory in schools prompts pushback by parents in Wisconsin and across the nation Parents revolt against education bureaucracies Critical race theory in schools prompts pushback by parents in Wisconsin and acr…

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November 18, 2021 at 3:00 PM

Overwhelmed by COVID-19 relief

Local governments, awash in federal cash, still trying to spend down millions from the CARES Act Overwhelmed by COVID-19 relief Local governments, awash in federal cash, still trying to spend down millions from the CARES …

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November 12, 2021 at 3:02 PM

A welfare spasm to dwarf the Great Society

Progressives ignore past failures, and have no idea how to pay for a 'greater society' A welfare spasm to dwarf the Great Society Progressives ignore past failures, and have no idea how to pay for a 'greater society' …

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November 11, 2021 at 4:31 PM

Policy Analysis: Rethinking the evaluation of police shootings

A proposal to enhance public credibility The following is a policy analysis by Steven Biskupic, former U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin. This paper is part of the Badger Institute’s ongoing assessment of policing issues, includ…

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November 10, 2021 at 8:36 PM

Federal unemployment insurance benefit slowed employment growth

Unemployment rate fell faster in 22 states that eliminated supplemental benefits early Federal unemployment insurance benefit slowed employment growth Unemployment rate fell faster in 22 states that eliminated supplemental benefits earl…

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November 10, 2021 at 6:44 PM

Gov. Evers signs bill requiring transparency in police hiring

Four Badger Institute police reform recommendations have been signed into law FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Gov. Evers signs bill requiring transparency in po…

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November 8, 2021 at 3:01 PM

Should taxpayers fund venture capital in our state?

New podcast and articles on a proposed $100 million venture capital program Listen Now: Taxpayer-Funded Venture Capital? Should taxpayers be on the hook for a $100 million venture capital program? In our newest episode of Free Exchan…

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November 5, 2021 at 5:04 PM

An assault on free speech

Young conservatives fear and loathe cancel culture An assault on free speech Young conservatives fear and loathe cancel culture By REMSO MARTINEZ | Fall 2021 Young conservatives in Wisconsin say the threat of…

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October 29, 2021 at 4:31 PM

Video from Mike Nichols: Getting Wisconsin back on track

Can't miss video and policy update We are at a pivotal moment in America, and in Wisconsin. We're concerned about the explosion of big government, reckless spending and socialist fantasies.That's why we are taking action to get Wisconsin back on track. I invite you to watch our …

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October 26, 2021 at 7:19 PM

An infrastructure Trojan horse

Inside a $1.2 trillion bill, state Republicans say, is a progressive spending dream list An infrastructure Trojan horse Inside a $1.2 trillion bill, state Republicans say, is a progressive spending dream list By …

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October 22, 2021 at 2:03 PM

New podcast: Black and Conservative

What does it mean to be a Black conservative in America today? Listen Now: Black and Conservative Why does being a "black conservative" in America today sound like such a contradiction to some people? Available now on our podcast Fre…

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October 20, 2021 at 9:31 PM

McIlheran joins Badger Institute to lead Mandate for Madison project

New staff and board members will increase institute’s reach and impact FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE McIlheran joins Badger Institute to lead Mandate for Madi…

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October 18, 2021 at 3:20 PM

Check out our Fall edition of Diggings

D.C. takes over, Wisconsin just takes D.C. takes over, Wisconsin just takes Dear Friend, Bob Woodson — the Black, onetime civil rights act…

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October 11, 2021 at 5:02 PM

Policy brief: Despite strong economic recovery, participation in government programs remains high

WI lawmakers should reinstate work requirements to encourage labor force participation, says author FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Policy brief: Despite Wiscon…

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October 8, 2021 at 6:08 PM

Wisconsin taxpayers to benefit from tax withholding change

Many workers will see more in their 2022 paychecks as a result FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wisconsin taxpayers to benefit from tax withholding change …

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October 1, 2021 at 5:03 PM

New podcast: Breaking the Cycle with Jon Ponder

How successful reentry programs can give the formerly incarcerated a real second chance. Listen Now: Breaking the Cycle of Incarceration With Jon Ponder A majority of those in Wisconsin’s prison system will be out in a few years. Unf…

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September 28, 2021 at 2:15 PM

Have you grabbed your ticket? Only 3 weeks until the Annual Dinner

October 19 in Milwaukee Reserve your seat at the Annual Dinner with keynote speaker Robert Doar AEI President | Morgridge Scholar | Poverty Expert Listen to a 30-second message from…

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September 17, 2021 at 5:00 PM

New podcast: The Future of School Choice in Wisconsin

Two experts shine a light on the road ahead for advancing school choice Listen Now: The Future of School Choice in Wisconsin School shutdowns, mask mandates and the teaching of critical race theory have once again made school choice a…

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September 14, 2021 at 1:08 PM

A personal video from Robert Doar about the Annual Dinner

October 19 in Milwaukee A personal message from Annual Dinner keynote speaker Robert Doar Click here to watch a special 25-second note from Robert Doar Can we really beat China, poverty and the…

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September 8, 2021 at 6:01 PM

Have you registered for Sept. 15 yet?

Reserve your seat today. Reminder to join us next week for a thought-provoking, collaborative event. Don't forget to reserve your seat for this Sept. 15 discussion of Partnerships and Pathways for Successful Reentry in Wisconsi…

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September 1, 2021 at 6:45 PM

Mayors pushing for guaranteed income

Milwaukee, Madison and Wausau plan to pay certain low-income families monthly stipends with no strings attached Wisconsin mayors embrace emerging local welfare plan Milwaukee, Madison and Wausau plan to pay certain low-inco…

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August 31, 2021 at 1:24 PM

OPINION: Last Call to Save Milwaukee Public Schools

With $800 million at stake, it’s time to finally dismantle the School Board and give control to a reform-minded leader OPINION: Last Call to Save Milwaukee Public Schools With $800 million at stake, it's time to finally dis…

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August 30, 2021 at 5:02 PM

New podcast: Heather Mac Donald corrects the crime narrative

Is a false narrative and political agenda contributing to the dramatic increase in violent crime? Listen Now: Is a False Narrative and Political Agenda Driving the Increase in Violent Crime? Milwaukee and other American cities are sett…

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August 24, 2021 at 8:02 PM

Reserve your spot: Partnerships and Pathways for Successful Reentry

Sept. 15 at UW-Milwaukee Join us for a thought-provoking, collaborative event Reserve your seat for this Sept. 15 discussion of Partnerships and Pathways for Successful Reentry in Wisconsin. The event features an array of expert…

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August 12, 2021 at 5:03 PM

New podcast: Can Ranked-Choice Voting Heal the Partisan Divide?

What are the pros and cons of this alternate voting system? Listen and learn today. Listen Now: Can Ranked-Choice Voting Heal the Partisan Divide? America is more polarized than ever. Is ranked-choice voting the remedy? In this wee…

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August 2, 2021 at 5:01 PM

New podcast: Is New Orleans' school transformation a model for Milwaukee?

How opportunities taken in post-Katrina New Orleans can be applied here Listen Now: New Orleans Did Away with its Troubled Public Schools, Can Milwaukee do the Same? In this week's edition of the Free Exchange podcast, Badger Institut…

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July 26, 2021 at 4:45 PM

Save the Date! October 19 Annual Dinner

In-person at the Wisconsin Club How to Beat China, Poverty and the Chicago Bears Robert Doar, the godson of Packers legend Johnny “Blood” McNally, leads the American Enterprise Institute – one of the nation’s most in…

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July 19, 2021 at 4:25 PM

A Positive Alternative to Criticizing CRT (P.S. last chance to register)

Also appearing on WISN 1130AM this week Last chance to register to meet Bob Woodson this week! Replace Critical Race Theory with “Radical Grace Theory" Fox News & Wall Street Journal Contributor • …

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