WISCONSIN (MacIver Institute) -- This week MacIver takes a hard look at radical gender ideology in foster care, the urgent need for real DPI accountability on school misconduct, and practical ways to protect families and rein in government overreach.
Here’s this week’s roundup of independent, no-nonsense reporting from the MacIver Institute.
Spotlight
Fostering Transgenderism, by Rule
Richard Moore exposes a new federal rule that pressures Wisconsin’s child welfare system to prioritize gender ideology over the best interests of children in foster care. The regulation effectively forces faith-based and traditional families to affirm transgender identities or risk losing placement opportunities — another example of bureaucrats substituting political correctness for child safety and parental values. Moore warns that this top-down mandate undermines religious liberty and common-sense foster care practices that should put kids first.
Read Richard's full article here.
Deep Dive
School District Lawsuit Part II: The Original Meaning of “Common” Schools
Michael Lucas continues his deep examination of the ongoing school funding lawsuit, diving into the constitutional meaning of “common schools” and what Wisconsin’s founders actually intended for public education. The analysis shows how expansive interpretations today stray far from the original limited, locally controlled vision — with major implications for school choice, taxpayer costs, and educational freedom.
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Coming Soon
Wimberger: DPI’s Lack of Answers Shows Need For Audit
Sen. Eric Wimberger is keeping the heat on the Department of Public Instruction following the Oconto Falls grooming scandal, demanding real answers and a full audit of how sexual misconduct allegations are handled statewide.
You Should Know
CON Laws Are Fading, but Their Logic Is Not
Courtney Graves examines certificate-of-need laws in healthcare and why, even as some restrictions ease, the underlying impulse for government gatekeeping remains a barrier to competition, innovation, and lower costs for Wisconsin patients.
Quick Click
Sen. Wanggaard Highlights Killers Who Could Be Freed By Gov. Evers
Benjamin Yount covers Sen. Van Wanggaard drawing attention to violent offenders who could be released under Governor Evers’ clemency or early-release policies, raising serious public safety concerns.
For Your Commute
MacIver CEO Annette Olson shares this week's MacIver News Minute talking about how Wisconsin's conservative reforms are on the chopping block after the liberal takeover of the Supreme Court. Give it a listen.
Last Update: Apr 20, 2026 1:54 pm CDT
