On the Edge: America Faces the Entitlements Cliff
A new book, “On the Edge: America Faces the Entitlements Cliff,” shows how the U.S. can move away from the crumbling patchwork of unsustainable government programs and easily address funding for healthcare, welfare, and retirement in a way that is financially sustainable long-term.
Local Governments Want to Expand Broadband--and Their Tax Grab
The FCC is proposing to reaffirm its cable franchising rules, which are needed to limit local governments' efforts to increase their reach, regulations and fees (i.e., taxes).
The Great Tax Cut Story
In his State of the Union address, President Trump highlighted an economy that has grown much stronger on his watch, in large part thanks to his tax reform legislation.
Venezuelan Socialism Destroyed Its Energy Industry--and the Country
Socialism has destroyed Venezuela's energy industry, which cut off one of the country's primary revenue sources. For some reason, U.S. democratic socialists think that's a good model.
Smart Tech Needs Sound Policy
Innovation continues to outpace government, especially the capacity of legislatures to design sound policy frameworks. The danger is that poor policy will hamper the rollout of smart technology.
Well, of Course the Number of Uninsured Is Rising
Yes, the uninsured rate is rising, not because of President Trump's policies, but because of the way Democrats designed Obamacare.
President Trump Gets No Credit for Helping Defund Vladimir Putin
We don't know whether there was any Trump-Putin collusion; but we do know that Trump's energy policies are reducing Russia's revenue and making it harder for Putin to engage in global mischief.
De Blasio Offers a Health Care Splash, but Little Cash
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio wants to provide low-cost or free health care to all of the city's uninsured. He's about to find out just how expensive "free" health care can be.
New Congress Must Solve the Internet Sales Tax Problem
Congress needs to create a clear standard that defines physical presence and other key terms, and protects small and modest-sized sellers from the burdens of onerous multi-state audits.
Nancy Pelosi: Pay No Attention to Your Fatter Paychecks
Would someone please tell Nancy Pelosi that paychecks are already getting fatter—without her tax increases and redistributionist efforts.