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    It’s Time to Ditch the Double Tax

    Taxing corporate income is counterproductive — more states should learn from Texas and Nevada

    D. Dowd Muska  |  January 27, 2023

  • Policy Brief

    A Tale of Two Policy Models

    Job-creation in the region is surging again — excluding California and New Mexico, of course.

    D. Dowd Muska  |  January 25, 2023

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    ‘Unpleasantly Surprised Almost Every Single Day’

    Is promoting tourism a legitimate government function?

    D. Dowd Muska  |  January 23, 2023

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    The Lone Star State’s Very Good Year

    Texas has seen a significant increase in population and economic growth in recent years, attracting both domestic and foreign investment, largely due to the state’s favorable policies including no income tax, a reasonable regulatory burden, restrained…

    D. Dowd Muska  |  January 9, 2023

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    The Unintentional Consequences of Banning Specialized Emergency Loans

    Specialized emergency lenders play a crucial role in providing access to credit for individuals who may not qualify for traditional loans from banks or credit unions, and can be a lifeline for those facing unexpected expenses…

    Patrick M. Brenner  |  January 5, 2023

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    Proposed Rail Acquisition Undermines American Competition and Economic Growth

    At this time of uncertainty in the global marketplace, it is imperative to promote competitive and efficient supply chain solutions for the good of American economic security and competitive markets.

    Originally published inThe Center Square

    Patrick M. Brenner  |  December 28, 2022

  • Policy Brief

    It’s Time to Redistribute New Mexico’s Government-Accumulated Wealth

    As the oil and gas industry in New Mexico booms, the state’s projected revenue for the 2024 fiscal year is close to $12 billion. We believe it’s time for the state to consider redistributing some of…

    Patrick M. Brenner  |  December 13, 2022

  • White Paper No. 1

    A Bright, Shining Disappointment

    Solar Photovoltaic’s Failure in the Southwest.

    D. Dowd Muska  |  November 30, 2022

  • Policy Brief

    Direct Democracy: Two Wins, Four Losses

    The red wave turned out to be more of a red trickle.

    D. Dowd Muska  |  November 11, 2022

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    What’s Past is Prologue: David Silberman’s History of Attacking the Products He’s Now Tasked With Studying

    David Silberman has a history of weaponizing the government to routinely and aggressively target the very products he is now charged with assessing the safety and affordability of.

    Patrick M. Brenner  |  October 23, 2022

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