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For Las Cruces, the True Consequences of Raising the Minimum Wage Have Yet to Come

Economy December 20, 2016

Last year the city of Las Cruces, New Mexico decided to raise the minimum wage, a move which some economists have warned could have serious unintended consequences. The recent hike

Tax Extenders Benefit the Rich at Everyone Else’s Expense

Business, Economy, Government Spending December 6, 2016

If the 2016 election has taught us anything, it’s that Americans are fed up with Washington insiders living by one set of rules while the rest of us are forced

Colorado Workers in Danger of Job Losses

Economy November 18, 2016

After nearly 10 years of sluggish economic growth, a weak labor market, and skyrocketing costs in healthcare, everyone can agree that Colorado workers have it rough. Yet with the recent

The Pretzel Logic of Big Government

Economy, Government Spending October 26, 2016

Ronald Reagan once said that the nine most terrifying words in the English language were, “I’m from the government, and I’m here to help.” Inevitably we find that the more

Hispanic Immigrants Help the US Economy Grow and Thrive

Economy October 12, 2016

September 15th marked the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month, a time in which we reflect upon the numerous contributions that Hispanics have made to our country. It also, during this

Lowering Licensing Requirements ALLOWs Hispanics to Succeed

Economy, Hispanic Heritage Month September 21, 2016

Currently, the Senate is in the process of considering the Alternatives to Licensing that Lower Obstacles to Work (ALLOW) Act, which reforms occupational licensing laws in the District of Columbia

Wisconsin Ranks Dead Last in Startup Activity for Second Year in a Row

Business, Economy September 14, 2016

For the second year in a row, Wisconsin has come in dead last in a ranking of startup business activity in the fifty states. The poor showing comes amid some

Albuquerque Special Interests Pushing for Regulations

Business, Economy, Government Spending, Role of Government August 22, 2016

In recent years, the sharing economy has made headlines throughout the country. At the same time, lawmakers at the local and state level have been debating how and whether to

Fort Worth OKs Ridesharing

Business, Economy August 5, 2016

Shortly after Austin’s disastrous vote to impose costly regulations on ridesharing, the City Council of Fort Worth voted against a similar set of proposed regulations. In effect, Fort Worth decided

All Items on Sale! (American Buyers Need Not Apply)

Economy, Role of Government August 3, 2016

Imagine you’re walking through a shopping mall, and there’s a banner in every store window announcing discounts and sales on all products, with just one catch: “foreigners only – Americans

Lights Out in Puerto Rico—The Real Cost Of “Free Electricity”

Economy, Infrastructure August 1, 2016

In the midst of the economic suffering caused by the Puerto Rican debt crisis, the people of the island are anxiously awaiting the light at the end of the tunnel.

The Fiscal Point of No Return? Even Closer Than CBO Prediction

Economy, Government Spending July 19, 2016

This week the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) released its annual snapshot of long-term federal spending and revenues. Unsurprisingly, the CBO’s projections confirm a trend that risks depriving future generations of

Fewer Loans To Hispanics: The Unintended Consequences Of Financial Regulation

Economy, Government Spending July 14, 2016

The Great Recession packed a double whammy for Hispanics. Not only was the Latino community hit harder than most during the housing crash and economic downturn, but they are more

From Tech Mecca to Capital of Regulations

Business, Economy, Role of Government June 27, 2016

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has dubbed the Lone Star State the country’s new “tech mecca,” and as the state continues to grow its technology sector, Austin has been the center

Sharing Economy Gets a Win in Copper State

Business, Economy, Role of Government June 22, 2016

What do we mean by ‘the sharing economy?’ Simply put, it’s what we call it when owners rent out something they may not be using – such as a house

The Human Cost of Fiscal Irresponsibility: The Debt Crisis in Puerto Rico

Economy, Government Spending June 21, 2016

Puerto Rico’s only active air ambulance suspended services on the island earlier this month. Unable to continue operations amid the fiscal uncertainty, Puerto Ricans are left without a key service

Overregulation puts the American Dream out of reach for U.S. Hispanics

Business, Economy June 20, 2016

U.S. Hispanics stand out from other demographic groups is their strong belief in the American Dream – but this faith has been tested lately. The most recent financial crisis and

The Best Way to Hurt American Industry? Deport Its Workers.

Economy, Immigration June 15, 2016

Want to hurt American industry? Then you should deport all unauthorized immigrants, according to a new study done by the American Action Forum. Currently, policymakers are still debating how to

America – Still the Land Of Opportunity?

Economy, Government Spending June 8, 2016

On Friday, the Bureau of Labor Statistics released their nationwide job statistics, and the results were discouraging. This monthly report functions as a type of “checkup” of the economy,

The Jones Act Has Got to Go

Economy, Government Spending May 27, 2016

Puerto Rico is currently in a state of financial turmoil, with soaring unemployment, crushing poverty, and an enormous debt level of $72 billion. The U.S. island territory has defaulted

The Silicon Valley of Texas? Not Anymore

Business, Economy, Role of Government May 27, 2016

As people gather their luggage at the Austin Bergstrom Airport these days, many may head to the pick-up area and try to call an Uber or Lyft – only to

Where Puerto Rico’s original sin really lies

Economy, Government Spending, Role of Government May 25, 2016

There has been much debate about the causes of the debt crisis that is quickly unfolding in Puerto Rico. The crisis intensified last week, when the Government Development Bank

Un modo de pensar viejo y fuera de época

Economy May 20, 2016

Este artículo apareció originalmente en Univisón.com.

Desafortunadamente, muchos en Washington están empecinados en un modo de pensar viejo y fuera de época. Sin darse cuenta real de las fallas que generan los

Wisconsin’s “Right to Work” Gives Workers the Right to Choose

Economy May 12, 2016

Should I join a union, or not? On March 9^th, 2015, workers in Wisconsin were finally able to make that choice for themselves. On that day, Wisconsin became the

Fixing the Broken Federal Budgeting Process Should Be Congress’ Priority

Business, Economy, Government Spending May 11, 2016

Each year, millions of Hispanic households face the necessity of coming up with a basic family budget in order to make ends meet. Whether it’s paying for school supplies, utilities,