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Proposed Constitutional Amendments to Secure Wisconsin Elections Get Public Hearing

Tue, 10/24/2023 - 13:21

Wisconsin lawmakers held a joint hearing on Tuesday, October 24, 2023 on three proposed amendments to the Wisconsin Constitution that would help secure the state’s elections. Read More Proposed Constitutional Amendments to Secure Wisconsin Elections Get Public Hearing

MacIver News Minute: Rep. Considine Attacks Women’s Sports

Thu, 10/19/2023 - 07:53

LISTEN - Last week, Democrat state representative Dave Considine (D-Baraboo) unwittingly demonstrated what happens when you follow the transgender agenda to its natural conclusion. Read More MacIver News Minute: Rep. Considine Attacks Women’s Sports

The Ugly Face of the Radicalized Left

Wed, 10/18/2023 - 09:10

As Dan O’Donnell writes, America’s radical progressive movement has finally dropped its mask as a massive group of left-wing organizations in Wisconsin openly celebrate the mass slaughter of innocent people. Read More The Ugly Face of the Radicalized Left

UW-O: Deficits, Protests, Underwear, and Grounds Beautification

Wed, 10/18/2023 - 01:52

UW-Oshkosh lays off staff while spending $10.8 million on campus beautification and even more DEI. Read More UW-O: Deficits, Protests, Underwear, and Grounds Beautification

Democrats Argue for Biological Boys in Girls’ Sports

Fri, 10/13/2023 - 11:35

Rep. Dave Considine (D-Baraboo) stole the show on the Assembly Floor Thursday as he fought against Republican bills that sought to keep biological males out of girls' and women's sports. His central message was that girls should have no trouble competing against biological boys if they try harder. He cited his own experience as a father and coach to back up his outlandish claims. Read More Democrats Argue for Biological Boys in Girls’ Sports

A Cavalier Cash Grab

Wed, 10/11/2023 - 08:28

Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson said for months he needed more shared revenue and a new sales tax for vital city services. But Dan O’Donnell discovered that he was really angling for massive raises for himself and his cronies. Read More A Cavalier Cash Grab

When Charges And Sentences Don’t Reflect Crimes

Wed, 10/11/2023 - 00:45

Under-sentencing, under-charging and plea bargaining make us all less safe, Read More When Charges And Sentences Don’t Reflect Crimes

85 Minutes in Jail

Fri, 10/06/2023 - 12:03

Joshua Pleasnick was arrested at the Capitol with a gun and Dane County only kept him in jail 85 minutes. Then he went back as he said he would. Read More 85 Minutes in Jail

The Vatican’s New Exhortation On “Climate Change” Has Many Errors

Fri, 10/06/2023 - 09:13

Briggs - Whoever wrote this exhortation has based it on a false premise. And, as Aristotle taught us, from a false premise come the greatest errors. Read More The Vatican’s New Exhortation On “Climate Change” Has Many Errors

Matt Gaetz, Underpants Gnome. The Art Of Performative Conservatism

Wed, 10/04/2023 - 08:11

MacIver Columnist Dan O'Donnell - How has conservatism advanced with the removal of McCarthy as Speaker? Read More Matt Gaetz, Underpants Gnome. The Art Of Performative Conservatism

The 2023 State Of Education Address Fails To Address Education In The State

Fri, 09/29/2023 - 06:58

Underly gives State of Education Address but leaves out parents, English, Math, graduation, achievement, proficiency, accountability... Read More The 2023 State Of Education Address Fails To Address Education In The State

The Debate We All Deserved

Thu, 09/28/2023 - 15:01

Dan O’Donnell on the question from last night’s Republican debate that perfectly captures the state of American politics. Read More The Debate We All Deserved

The MacIver Institute To Host Tucker Carlson

Tue, 09/26/2023 - 10:58

MacIver News Minute: The Push for “Ranked Choice Voting” in Wisconsin

Tue, 09/26/2023 - 10:18

LISTEN - It’s easy to see why democrats would love to bring ranked choice voting to Wisconsin. What’s not so clear, is why some republicans are working with democrats to make that happen. Read More MacIver News Minute: The Push for “Ranked Choice Voting” in Wisconsin

The Perils of Rank Choice Voting: A Cautionary Tale for Wisconsin

Fri, 09/22/2023 - 07:05

Perspective by Luke Hilgemann - RCV has eroded voter confidence, skewed election results, and pushed the political landscape further towards liberal progressivism, undermining the principles of freedom and democracy. Read More The Perils of Rank Choice Voting: A Cautionary Tale for Wisconsin

Be Damned To Your Masks & Your Idiot Moronic Effeminate Fear

Thu, 09/21/2023 - 21:36

Face masks, plastic shields, one-way shopping aisles… They’re coming back. William Briggs explains what motivates the experts to continue pushing these dubious safety measures. Read More Be Damned To Your Masks & Your Idiot Moronic Effeminate Fear

Good (Responsible) Budgeting Options for Local Governments

Thu, 09/21/2023 - 01:55

How can conservative local officials be responsible with the huge increases in state aid? Read More Good (Responsible) Budgeting Options for Local Governments

Justice Is The Whim Of A Judge

Tue, 09/19/2023 - 23:56

As abortions resume in Wisconsin, Dan O’Donnell tears apart the ridiculous ruling on which Planned Parenthood is relying. Read More Justice Is The Whim Of A Judge

Left Plots Next Move After Abortion Victory in Wisconsin

Mon, 09/18/2023 - 09:50

On Thursday, September 14th, Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin announced that it would be resuming abortions in Milwaukee and Madison on Monday. It started taking appointments that day. Liberals erupted in celebration on social media and laid out their plans to build off that victory. Read More Left Plots Next Move After Abortion Victory in Wisconsin

Sheriff Brent Waak On Defending the Second Amendment

Fri, 09/15/2023 - 11:27

WATCH - When the ATF announced it was banning pistol braces, Polk County Sheriff Brent Waak challenged its authority to do so. He also let the agency know that he would not allow it to enforce that rule in his county, because he believes it violates the US Constitution, which he took an oath to defend. He spoke about that situation during an event hosted by the MacIver Institute on Sept. 11th in Amery, Wisconsin. Read More Sheriff Brent Waak On Defending the Second Amendment