Tom Still

Cities that try to block ‘shared economy’ risk missing an innovation trend

Whether the phenomenon is called the “shared economy” or the “on-demand economy,”...

Internet access battle far from over in Congress

Two weeks ago during a Washington, D.C., “fly-in” of technology groups, companies,...

When does ‘right to choose’ on vaccinations hurt others?

I asked a top infectious disease expert at the National Institutes of...

Evolution and religion can coexist, although détente may depend on which religion

Gov. Scott Walker’s dust-up over Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution began with...

In the 114th Congress, tech issues could unite Republicans, Democrats on growth

Even in a city where partisanship is a way of life, there...

Options for state transportation financing range from novel to complex

Coming up with ways to pay for highways, ports, and other forms...

Company ‘speed dating’ aimed at producing business opportunity matches

If you have ever gone on a “speed date,” and even if...

Coming debate over UW funding, structure deserves public attention

The stage is set for a state Capitol debate over the future...

Low gasoline prices ideal for consumers, major challenge for alternative fuels

With gasoline prices hovering around $2 per gallon or less for regular...

Cybersecurity talent shortage matter of economic and national security

In the (first) Cold War, Americans worried about nuclear attack and a...