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Monthly Archives: September 2011
Rebuilding America’s Schools
It was no surprise that the 2009 Recovery Act included provisions to fund school construction projects. Those projects create well-paid jobs, invest in our future, and enhance competitiveness. But with most of the stimulus money spent, the program must be … Continue reading
ALEC Exposed – Prison Labor
Earlier this year, the Center for Media and Democracy released documents detailing some 800 model legislations crafted by the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC). Included in those documents was the Prison Industries Act, legislation that had already been established in … Continue reading
Toomey’s Supply-Side Extravaganza
When the Senate notoriously voted down both the President’s budget (unanimously) and the House-passed Ryan plan in May, it also rejected a proposal by freshman Sen. Pat Toomey (R-PA) by a tally of 42-55. With Toomey recently named to the … Continue reading
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The Infrastructure Bank – An Economic Elixir?
Click here to join our email list and be the first to know when new episodes are released. With Congress returning this week, 90 Second Summaries kicks back into gear for the fall. All eyes will be on President Obama … Continue reading
