Archive: Economy & Jobs
Here’s What Small Business Owners Are Thinking—And Why it Matters
Investment and expansion become more likely when small business owners send less of their hard-earned money to Washington, D.C., and keep more in the form of investable capital.
Deduct SALT from Your Food Not Your Taxes
The unrestricted SALT deduction subsidized the tax-and-spend policies of a select few states at the expense of states that practice more responsible tax and fiscal policy.
Three Better Ideas Than a Vacant Storefront Tax for San Francisco
Commercial vacancy is a problem for SF neighborhoods. But the solution isn’t more government. It’s less.
The February Jobs Report and What It Could Mean for the Economy
Are we entering a labor market slide or is it just a glitch?
Swedish Model Is Far Better Than American Trillion Dollar Deficits
If left-wing Swedish politicians can boldly cut spending and taxes, the Trump administration and Congress have no excuse.
The Minimum Wage Debate
Does a minimum wage really work to combat poverty and reduce income inequality?
Arizona Considers New Airbnb Regulations
New bill poses threat to Arizona's position as leader in reforming and streamlining regulation.
Three Financial Tips for Cash-Strapped Millennials
Fiscal responsibility one day means financial health the next.
Innovation Isn’t Just About Tech
Policies targeting specific technologies fail to deliver results for innovation ecosystems by constraining trial and error.
Is Greater Automation Our Friend or Foe?
Tell us what you think!
Minimum Wage Hikes Come with Consequences
Even if They’re Well-Intended
Robots Aren’t Out to Get Your Retail Job
Even as automation spreads, human labor continues to be a key component of the retail market.