Economy

Protect Our Electric Grid from Terror

The Electromagnetic Pulse (EMP) threat is not sciencefiction and its consequences cannot be overstated.

The Little College That Couldn't

The debate over Jane Sanders's legacy in Burlington.

Obama Looted Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac

President Obama never was shy about using his phone and pen to achieve what he could not get from Congress on regulatory matters.

Could this be the worst owner in professional sports?

The Marlins Are Suing a Fan to Seize His Building

Passage of paid-family-leave act shows power of working together

The data show that parents who can take paid family leave devote more time to feedings and doctors’ visits, and their children are healthier.

New menu item: The Blue State 'Health fee' special?

Some Minneapolis Restaurants Adding Fee To Fund Health Care

Is Pelosi really willing to work together?

"Democrats extend the hand of friendship, and look forward to our working together in the regular order for the good of the American people,"

Fed finds (again!) that Durbin Amendment hurts consumers

The fight to repeal the Durbin amendment isn't over. There's too much evidence against this policy for it to be.

Dodd-Frank Has Held Down the US Economy for Too Long

In truth, citizens of every American community are losing economic opportunities due to Dodd-Frank.

First statewide bicycle tax in nation

The state Legislature’s approval of the first statewide bike tax in the nation has fallen flat with riders.

Facebook worker living in garage

As the Facebook CEO travels across the US to ‘learn about people’s hopes and challenges’, the cafeteria workers at his company struggle.

Why not consider ending the gift tax?

axes should not be triggered by a death in the family and Americans should not be forced to make critical life-impacting financial decisions

To buy or not to buy?

Self-made millionaire David Bach says that not prioritizing homeownership is "the single biggest mistake millennials are making."

Is Space Exploration a Bipartisan Issue

The Trump Administration’s current budget will give NASA a chance to be successful with space exploration in the near future.

California government will spend more than ever

California government spending will hit a record high in the budget that begins July 1, up some $12 billion in just a single year.

How hospitals got richer off Obamacare

After fending off challenges to their tax-exempt status, the biggest hospitals boosted revenue while cutting charity care.

NYC's $32M multi-agency Rat Task Force

New York City announced a $32 million multiagency plan to reduce its rat population.

5 things to know about the proposed 'Forever' GI Bill

It’s an idea that gained momentum with veterans groups and bipartisan support.

Trustees project biggest Social Security increase in years

Millions of Americans who rely on Social Security can expect to receive their biggest payment increase in years this January.