Wisconsin’s $4.1 billion Foxconn boondoggle

12/5/2018

This article discusses the controversial deal between Foxconn and the state of Wisconsin to build a manufacturing plant. The deal, originally touted as a major job creator for the state, has faced numerous setbacks and criticisms. The article highlights how the promised job numbers have been significantly reduced, raising doubts about the economic benefits of the project. It also analyzes the substantial subsidies and incentives offered to Foxconn by the state, leading to debates over whether the investment is worth the taxpayer money. The article provides a critical examination of the Foxconn-Wisconsin deal and its implications for both the local economy and government policies.

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