Patrick M. Brenner
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Op-Ed
Need a $200 Loan? You’re Mostly Outta Luck
Originally published at realclearmarkets.com on June 21, 2023 In New Mexico, an interest rate cap on specialized emergency loans when into effect in January. Since then, big-bank promoters have endorsed the small-dollar short-term loan products offered by U.S. Bank, Bank…
Originally published inRealClearMarkets
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Policy Brief
In which Southwest states do residents pay the most sales tax?
New Mexico and Nevada lead the region, while Oklahoma and Utah report the lowest sales tax burdens.
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Event
Introducing “Off the Record”
“Off the Record” is a new regular event by the Southwest Public Policy Institute.
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White Paper No. 4
No Loan for You, Too!
The unintended consequences of price controls on consumer access to credit.
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SPPI-TV
Bitcoin and Decentralized Finance
Join us for the next episode of SPPI-TV titled "Bitcoin Mining and Decentralized Finance" as we explore the fascinating world of cryptocurrency and its impact on the economy, energy grid, and the environment. Our guest speakers…
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SPPI-TV
Powering the Future
Join us for the next episode of SPPI-TV titled "Powering the Future" as we delve into the current state of energy production and distribution. Our guest speakers for this episode are D. Dowd Muska, the Vice…
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Policy Brief
Embracing Universal School Choice: A Win-Win Solution for Arizona Education
Embracing universal school choice can provide more funding for students at a lower cost to taxpayers, offering diverse educational opportunities and debunking misconceptions about its impact on public schools.
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Policy Brief
Tesla Facility Opens on Santa Ana Pueblo with Spectacular Ribbon-Cutting Event
The largest all-electric vehicle manufacturer is prohibited from selling their vehicles in New Mexico. Santa Ana Pueblo capitalized on it.