Is the U.S. in Danger of Becoming Second-Rate in High Tech?
An entrepreneurial scholar, Dr. Scott Shane, ostensibly believes the United States has surrendered its global lead in technology. Here’s what needed.
[Read more...]WA Election Reminder: Business Issues to Ponder
There are valid reasons why Washington state public officials’ pleas of poverty have fallen on the deaf ears of most businesspeople. Before voting, here’s how to check the backgrounds and philosophies of political candidates.
[Read more...]Seattle Ranks Among Worst 5 Cities in Business Travel Taxes
If public officials in Washington state ever wonder why the volume of travel and convention visitors isn’t adequate, all they have to do is review the taxes they impose on business travelers in the region’s largest city.
[Read more...]How to Alleviate Business Uncertainty in Washington State
Washington state is comparatively healthy. But don’t tell that to most employers. Here’s a summary of what’s needed to brighten their outlook.
[Read more...]Big Surprise in Washington State Race for U.S. Senator
A new Rasmussen poll indicates a three-time incumbent senator might be in trouble. Sen. Patty Murray (D-WA) continues to slide in popularity. A two-time unsuccessful gubernatorial candidate, Dino Rossi, and a former National Football League star turned-farmer, Clint Didier, now hold narrow leads in the Senate race.
[Read more...]Tax Increases Will Cost Washington Businesses, Consumers $6.7 Billion Next 10 Years
The well-documented lack of transparency and suspension of voters’ rights by Washington state lawmakers in the 2010 legislative session will soak taxpayers an additional $6.7 billion over the next 10 years, according to a new study by the Washington Policy Center (WPC).
[Read more...]Budget: Is Washington State Asking the Right Questions?
Washington’s governor wants to overhaul the state budget process, and she has a list of eight questions. But the list of questions is incomplete.
[Read more...]I-1053: Critical to Washington State Businesses and Workers
Washington state voters face critical decision-making. The success of the state’s economy and job-creation efforts hinges largely on Initiative 1053.
[Read more...]Government Spending Causes Companies to Cut Back, Harvard Study
A Harvard study reveals that massive U.S. borrowing and spending has wasted trillions of dollars in flawed efforts to stimulate the economy.
[Read more...]Healthcare Reform Increases Costs to Workers, Study
If you work for a large company, your healthcare costs will likely increase and your coverage will decrease as a result of the new healthcare law.
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