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Wisconsin, will you heed the Fable of the Fox and the Badgers?
The Foxconn deal isn't done yet. Will the Badgers learn from an allegorical tale? more
David Michael Miller
Overserved
The Biergarten at Olbrich Park offers a scenic view of Lake Monona and the soft pretzels are stellar. But alcohol is everywhere in Madison. We should not allow more bars in public parks. more
Jul 27, 2017
BadgerCare for all a good sign for Dems
Democrats have introduced a bill that would allow all Wisconsin residents the chance to purchase BadgerCare. This pragmatic, realistic proposal shows that the minority party is ready to govern again. more
Jul 12, 2017
David Michael Miller
Soglin’s gubernatorial potential is intriguing
If the playbook worked for Bernie, it can work for Soglin. more
Jun 9, 2017
David Michael Miller
The worst ideas from Andy Gronik’s StageW
Parisi is out, but Milwaukee businessman and Democrat Andy Gronik is pondering a challenge to Gov. Scott Walker. He has no experience, but he’s rich. So he must be qualified. more
Apr 26, 2017
West Bend transplant invites fellow Badgers to visit his diverse Queens neighborhood
West Bend native Dan Backhaus invites any Wisconsin Trump voter to visit him in Queens. The DIY exchange program was inspired by this weekend’s anti-Muslim ban protests. more
Jan 30, 2017
Don’t abandon UW’s principles over a white supremacist
It’s depressing to learn that a white supremacist who was convicted of arson attacks on black churches is now a UW-Madison student. But changing the university’s admissions policies will only hurt those who genuinely deserve a second chance. more
Jan 27, 2017
High-impact uses approved for Badger Ammo site
State board approves motorcycles, rockets, dog training at Badger Army Ammunition Plant near Baraboo. But with a lawsuit pending, the matter may not be settled. more
Dec 15, 2016
8:07 PM
Carolyn Fath
The city of Madison needs to embrace innovation in its food cart scene
There are more food carts in Madison than ever before, but city regulations are restricting innovation and healthy growth. There are three things the city needs to do to move forward. more
Nov 25, 2016
9:00 AM
David Michael Miller
How to Survive the next four years
The next four years will not be okay for progressives. And the emotional toll will be even greater than the legislative ones. But Republicans will likely overreach. And that bodes well for 2018. more
Nov 10, 2016
12:28 PM
David Michael Miller
Bob Dylan, Nobel Laureate
The announcement that Bob Dylan is the recipient of the 2016 Nobel Prize for Literature is music to the ears of longtime fan Stu Levitan. more
Oct 14, 2016
6:00 PM
David Michael Miller
Karen McKim and the problem with single-issue candidates
Karen McKim is running a spirited campaign for Dane County clerk. Unfortunately, she’s pinning her campaign on a single issue. more
Oct 11, 2016
8:00 AM
David Michael Miller
With clinic's closing, what can pro-choice Madisonians do?
With the permanent closure of Planned Parenthood's abortion clinic in Appleton, the only state clinics are in Madison and Milwaukee. One program aims to help those traveling from afar for these services. more
Aug 25, 2016
3:15 PM
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“He’s a relic”
Paul Soglin has upset the apple cart in next year’s race for Madison mayor. His opponents say he’s been mayor long enough. more
The salvage man
Architectural salvage, reclaimed lumber, used building materials and a treasure trove of memorabilia from Oscar Mayer. It’s all at Walsh Road’s DeConstruction Inc. more
We still like beer
Beer has been having a national moment, but Madison is way ahead of the curve. Four more breweries are slated to open in our area. more
Overwhelming demand
One year after opening, Madison’s homeless day shelter is serving far more people than anticipated — including a surprising number of families. Despite the struggles, The Beacon seems to be hitting its stride. more
