http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/high-voltage-lines-farms-s5.jpgMeasures of the economy are split, with some booming counties and others struggling. We need to use our funds wisely when we invest in schools, roads and economic development.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/hicap-longlake2-s5.jpgState of State Address Again Ignores Reality.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/affordablecareact-s5.jpgWill not undo damage from years of sabotage says non-partisan healthcare group. Opening BadgerCare as a public option, and other reforms, are needed to make coverage affordable.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/grocery-store-checkout-s5.jpgA new bill pending in the Senate would require FoodShare participants to show a photo ID at the store. History has shown such a requirement is very costly and has little impact on fraud, a problem Wisconsin took far more effective steps in the past to reduce.