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The second wave

Some experts say the recent surge in COVID-19 cases may represent a second wave of infection sweeping through the country, while others think it is still the first wave, and still others think we're somewhere in between, kind of like a wave-and-a-half.

Taking another look at Wisconsin's bureaucracy

Some things never change, or at least change very slowly, and one of those things is the power of government bureaucracy.

Standing up to the leader of the mob

Mob rule has been a staple of America's leftist politics for a while now, and so it is hardly surprising the Left has now unleashed its version of it in the Northwoods, an uprising against honest debate and integrity that most assuredly will be countered and defeated.

The time is now to redevelop economic development

In the coming time following the pandemic and its lockdowns, there is likely to be an intense debate about economic recovery, as millions of Americans and small businesses try to get on their feet after the fierce blows that have put so many on the canvas.

Health department policy is irresponsible panic-mongering

As we report in today's edition, Linda Conlon, Oneida County's public health officer, has apparently decided that the economic hardships brought about by the Evers lockdown weren't dire enough, so she has now adopted a policy that will surely cause even more economic damage, that is, to name businesses that …
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The models aren't the problem

This past week, Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes made some curious and telling remarks at a task force meeting he was leading on climate change.

The Northwoods is open for business

This weekend, as is customary for Memorial Day weekend, a steady stream of visitors and second-homeowners will be pouring in to the area.

For Congress: Tiffany will give northern region a strong voice

In the strongest terms we can, we endorse Tom Tiffany for Congress in next Tuesday's election, and urge voters to cast their vote for a representative who we believe will give the Lakeland area and northern Wisconsin a strong voice in Congress - a much more spirited and forceful voice …

Right now, a time for shared sacrifice

These are tough times, and in tough times Americans unite. In so many crises, citizens have come together to equally bear the burden of battle; they have shared in the sacrifice. (subscriber access)

A glimmer of light in a Dark State

Of all the Sunshine Weeks we have covered, this is simultaneously one of the most discouraging ones and one of the best ones.
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'Tis the season for liberal folly

Actually, it's always the season for liberal folly, but these cheerless folks have given us a bounty during this holiday, for their single issue - impeachment - is a gift to conservatives that likely will keep on giving right through next November. (subscriber access)

Tony Evers, the Gov.-elect of ... what?

If you listen to the governor-elect these days, and to his Democratic allies, the calling of a special session to consider reforms the Legislature didn't get around to before the election is nothing short of a coup d'etat.

The incarceration nation

As we report in today's edition, Congress is in a rare position this holiday season to pass a significant piece of bipartisan social legislation - the First Step Act, which would be a true first step in criminal justice reform.

Giving thanks is good for you

In not a few Irish bars across the globe, patrons can look up to see a sign bearing what many take to be all the information they need to know: Guinness is Good for You.

A president of consequence

This week, President Trump announced his newest judicial selection, Neomi Reo, to fill the federal court of appeals seat vacated by justice Brett Kavanaugh.
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