Opinion
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Bryan Boland
Proceed with eyes open
Opinion | The “Stop the Steal” rally featured many familiar alt-right talking points — demonization of the media and claims that Democrats hate conservative voters. Republicans were not free from their ire, either. Read more
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Delisting wolves will mean an increase in illegal killing
Endangered Species Act protection for the gray wolf is removed under a new Trump administration rule. Read more
Nov 2, 2020
Take back our presidential debates
Debates should give us a chance to see how candidates perform under pressure, find out what they know, hear their vision for the country, and evaluate their highest priorities. Read more
Sep 30, 2020
Close the CAFOs
In just the past 14 years, the number of CAFOs in Wisconsin has more than doubled. Read more
Sep 3, 2020
Judith Davidoff
Is Madison ready to prioritize people over property?
Community activists push back on the city for prioritizing the use of public funds to repair private property while taking no meaningful steps towards racial justice Read more
Aug 27, 2020
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Why I can't get my brother help
Noah told a doctor four years ago that he can’t stop drinking. “I can’t stop. I’ve tried. This isn’t about getting drunk and having fun — that ended years ago. If I stop drinking, I’m sick and in pain, so I drink to stop the pain.” Read more
Aug 24, 2020
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A triple threat
Congress’ failure to extend a pandemic-related moratorium could place more than 29 million Americans at risk of homelessness by the end of the year. Read more
Aug 3, 2020
Institutional racism makes everything worse
Ald. Rebecca Kemble defends her vote to delay a State Street recovery proposal. Read more
Jul 28, 2020
11:13 AM
Dylan Brogan
Jun 8, 2020
3:30 PM
When will we be real to you?
The erasure of my candidacy by Citizen Dave is not just an erasure of my story as a black immigrant Muslim woman, but the erasure of the struggle of many Madisonians who live in crushing disadvantage. Read more
May 12, 2020
5:00 AM
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We can do better
How can we take today's problems and find long-term solutions that extend far beyond the current pandemic? Read more
May 8, 2020
3:15 PM
Ross Zentner
One magical night
After months of rehearsal and preparation, Children’s Theater of Madison had to cancel its production of “Peter Pan” after dress rehearsal. The show’s director shares her thoughts on the experience. Read more
Mar 23, 2020
4:00 PM
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Dear white people
Opinion | A vote for Donald Trump was not an accidental co-sign of his rhetoric this time around. It was a clear indication that for millions, blatant white supremacy is to be rewarded with four more years of authoritarian leadership. Read more
Robin Vos target of own probe
In the days following the Nov. 3 election, Robin Vos ordered the chair of the Assembly Committee on Campaigns and Elections to use his committee’s subpoena powers if necessary to get to the bottom of voting “irregularities.” Read more
A new barrel
One Barrel will close its Schenk’s Corners taproom through spring. Owner Peter Gentry will revamp the brewery space, adding a small kitchen. Read more
Proceed with eyes open
Opinion | The “Stop the Steal” rally featured many familiar alt-right talking points — demonization of the media and claims that Democrats hate conservative voters. Republicans were not free from their ire, either. Read more
Dane delivers
Voter turnout was massive and at record levels: 89.2 percent in Dane County and 84.7 percent in the city of Madison. Read more
