INSIDE WISCONSIN
Get insights on technology, the economy and politics through "Inside Wisconsin" by Tom StillInsideWis: With deep roots in Wisconsin, search for cancer answers continues
By Tom Still MADISON, Wis. – Near the start of a Jan. 23 presentation by the director of Wisconsin’s signature cancer research center, I asked those attending how many had family members who had been touched by the disease over time. Nearly every hand in the room went...
InsideWis: With solid state budget numbers, Wisconsin can compete for growth
By Tom Still MADISON, Wis. – From red states such as Arizona, Florida and Indiana to blue states such as California, Massachusetts and New York, a common state budget theme is emerging: The post-pandemic spending party is over; a time of sober fiscal management is...
InsideWis: Alzheimer’s study at UW-Madison may improve odds for dementia treatment
By Tom Still MADISON, Wis. – With longer lifespans comes the possibility of dementia in one of its currently relentless forms, as I know all too well from experiences within my own extended family. Watching loved ones as they slowly lose their memories and even their...
InsideWis: Unique approaches can help attract foreign students to Wisconsin
By Tom Still MADISON, Wis. – As the nation enters the 2024 election year, one of the most fractious issues is immigration – illegal or otherwise. Many Americans are worried about the seemingly endless flow of migrants across the U.S. southern border; others want to...
InsideWis: Themes emerge in a year’s worth of columns
By Tom Still MADISON, Wis. – Part of the fun of writing a weekly column is looking back at recurring themes. Here’s a recap of 2023 that groups my “frequent flyer” subject areas, which collectively demonstrate I am both an economic optimist and perhaps a bit obsessive...
InsideWis: Holiday perks includes naughty and nice in Wisconsin politics
By Tom Still MADSON, Wis. – A source close to the toy industry has leaked a copy of Santa’s perks list for Wisconsin politicians, business leaders and other newsmakers. Here’s what the good boys and girls in Madison and Washington will reportedly find in their...