Badger Institute

Think TanksWisconsin, United States2-10 Employees

The Badger Institute is a small, nonpartisan think tank based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Founded in 1987, it aims to spur informed discussion and timely policy action on issues that affect the state's future. Through original research and public opinion polling, it examines state and local tax policy, government spending, and program accountability, with a focus on health care, education, transportation, and economic development. The organization emphasizes competitive markets, limited government, private initiative, and personal responsibility as elements of a functioning democracy.

Its audience includes policymakers, government stakeholders, and the public seeking evidence-based insights to guide policy decisions in Wisconsin. Recent developments include the expansion of its offices to Madison in 2023 and participation in the 2025 Speaker Series, reflecting ongoing engagement with state policy discourse.

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