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A lesson in government intervention - for better or worse?

In reality, no stores will close, no employees will be laid off, and Kroger and Albertsons are doing exactly what the government has told th

School districts, budget cuts, and expectations of funding

Declining school enrollment and budget constraints require policymakers to fundamentally rethink their approach to education - and that can

Training and inspiring the next generation of free market leaders

At the end of the program, MSPC's Board of Directors will select at least one participant to receive a $5,000 scholarship.

How many introduced bills actually become law?

Lawmakers across the region have introduced more than 4,000 new laws in 2023 legislative sessions.

Quick compare of Idaho, Washington final budgets

The legislative sessions in Washington and Idaho have wrapped up with polar opposite decisions regarding government spending.

Washington's gas price pain is Idaho's gain

There's always been a difference between Idaho and Washington prices - after all, Washington's gas tax is nearly 20 cents more per gallon.

Are advisory votes a good idea? It depends

Lawmakers in Washington State are moving forward with a bill to abolish the state's requirement for non-binding advisory votes on tax...

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