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The Blog at MSPC

The only thing we have to fear is government AI intervention itself

Government should protect individual rights and hold people responsible when they cause actual harm. But punishing harmful conduct is different from controlling the underlying technology.

18 hours ago4 min read

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Wyoming Supreme Court mostly stays in its lane on education policy

The people elect members of the state house and senate to represent their will. This decision allows the legislature to exercise its proper authority over how the K-12 public school system should be financed and the policies it should use to achieve lasting student success.

1 day ago2 min read

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Which state leads the way for educational freedom?

In 2025 alone, Idaho, Wyoming, Tennessee, Texas, and other states created or significantly expanded private education-choice programs.

2 days ago3 min read

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Taking the next steps to grow Montana’s workforce

Montana’s economy has momentum. Smart workforce and tax policies can help ensure that momentum becomes a lasting opportunity.

2 days ago3 min read

New Study: It's time to let nuclear energy meet our region's power needs

Electricity consumption could grow 300% over the next decade, while overall U.S. electricity demand is expected to increase by about 3.5% annually through 2040. The study warns that without additional dependable generation, parts of the country could face shortages of dispatchable power during peak summer demand hours by 2030.

5 days ago2 min read

Fact check: Washington has an income tax - why won’t the media call it one?

Supporters are free to make their case. They can argue that only a small percentage of Washingtonians will pay the tax. They can argue that its revenue is necessary to pay for government services and tax reductions elsewhere. But the media has a different job. It shouldn't make the branding decision for voters.

6 days ago3 min read

Idaho town sees major tech investment with new data center

Data centers act as the physical computing infrastructure of apps like Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, as well as AI models. It’s not just a place to store photos on social media apps; these computer server warehouses connect people, help small businesses, and promote overall economic productivity.

6 days ago3 min read

The $4,000 reason Montana needs a flat tax

The direction of the evidence is remarkably consistent. Lower and flatter income taxes are associated with faster growth, higher incomes, improved compliance, stronger competitiveness, and greater protection against future tax increases.

Sep 163 min read

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