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The Economy

Dave Lemery: Pennsylvanians may be leaning toward loans to get by during downtime, but expert warns that could lead to bankruptcy

July 18, 2020April 19, 2021
Dave Lemery

Until the economy reopens, it does not make sense for the government to simply borrow to make sure everybody pays all their bills.
By Dave Lemery

Housing

Stu Bykofsky: No, ‘no cop zone’ in Philly

July 7, 2020April 19, 2021
Stu Bykofsky

Mayor Jim Kenney or Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw should give the order to reclaim the Von Colln sign and establish authority at the political encampment on the Parkway.
By Stu Bykofsky

The Economy

Tirzah Duren: Financial recovery is as important as ending the lockdown

June 25, 2020April 19, 2021
Tirzah Duren
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The Commonwealth should learn from states like Colorado to ensure financial stability for the state in the future.
By Tirzah Duren

The Economy

Jonathan Goldstein: Governors crushed small businesses — then abandoned them to anarchy

June 24, 2020May 14, 2021
Jonathan Goldstein
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The lesson is clear for anyone relying on the government to protect their future: prepare for disappointment.
By Jonathan Goldstein

The Economy

Curt Schroder: Pennsylvania needs stronger liability protections for a smart restart

June 23, 2020April 19, 2021
Curt Schroder

Pennsylvania’s recovery must not be squandered by lawsuits.
By Curt Schroder

The Economy

Hunter Tower: A three-month moratorium on public union dues would pump $63 million into coronavirus aid efforts

April 30, 2020April 19, 2021
Hunter Tower

A three-month moratorium on union dues paid by the state’s public employees would generate an additional $63 million for the Keystone State — without costing the taxpayers a dime. By Hunter Tower.

The Economy

Tirzah Duren: Is it easier to be Tiger King than buy booze in Pennsylvania?

April 22, 2020April 19, 2021
Tirzah Diren

Spoiler alert: You can likely purchase a live tiger with less hassle than you will encounter when trying to buy a bottle of your favorite spirit in Pennsylvania – all because of our archaic, state controlled liquor system.
By Tirzah Diren

The Economy

Howard Lurie: Medical research paramount when the dust settles on Covid-19

April 15, 2020April 19, 2021
Howard Lurie

We need to prepare for the next pandemic with major investments in medical research. By Howard Lurie.

Free Trade

Andrew Abramczyk: Coronavirus crackdown exposes failing government liquor monopoly

April 8, 2020June 30, 2021
Andrew Abramczyk
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Pennsylvania consumers are uniquely unable to get their hands on liquor to tide ourselves over during the pandemic. But why?
By Andrew Abramaczyk

The Economy

George Parry: Apocalypse meow

March 18, 2020April 19, 2021
George Parry

Why are the media affording Coronavirus “end-of-the-world-we’re-all-gonna-die!” coverage when apparently more deadly annual influenzas have rated far less hysterical treatment? By George Parry

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