California is the last state we should emulate if we wish to rebuild our manufacturing economy.
By Ken Brier
Study finds ‘dirty-to-clean’ job transition rare
“The vast majority of workers in carbon-intensive jobs have not historically found work in green jobs,” the study’s authors said.
By Anthony Hennen
Norman Kennard: Communities across Pennsylvania benefit from water company expertise
Professional training and experience help deliver a better, safer product.
By Norman Kennard
Andy Bloom: American economic competitiveness is down
Deficit-financed government spending is crowding out private investment — to America’s detriment.
By Andy Bloom
Pennsylvania may let liquor licensees cater unlimited events
The bill presents an opportunity to loosen one of Pennsylvania’s post-Prohibition drinking restrictions.
By Anthony Hennen
Greg Moreland: Small business owners sound the alarm in Harrisburg over proposed bill to drastically hike the Pennsylvania minimum wage
The proposal comes as nearly half of small businesses have job openings they can’t fill.
By Greg Moreland
Republican senator cosigns $15 minimum wage
Senator Dan Laughlin joins Democrats in the latest attempt to boost the minimum wage for the first time since 2009.
By Christen Smith
Pennsylvania’s permitting delays, carbon taxes still vexing lawmakers
The slow environmental permitting process weighs down job creation, critics say.
By Anthony Hennen
Bradley Vasoli: Right-to-work is still right
Surveys suggest that people support the open shop. Will the state legislature listen?
By Bradley Vasoli
William C. Sproule: Philadelphia Carpenters support 76ers’ proposed Center City arena
The project will be privately funded and be built in collaboration with the community. No local real estate will be eliminated, no existing residents will be displaced.
By William C. Sproule