Southwestern United States
geographical region of the USA
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Policy Brief
‘Unpleasantly Surprised Almost Every Single Day’
Is promoting tourism a legitimate government function?
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Policy Brief
Let the Sessions (and the Spending) Begin!
All eight states of the American Southwest are, or will soon be, in session. Will legislators return budget surpluses to inflation-battered taxpayers, or launch spend-a-thons?
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Policy Brief
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…
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Policy Brief
Solar in the Southwest: A Bright Shining Disappointment
Solar is a bust, even in the sun-drenched Southwest. If it can’t make it here, it can’t make it anywhere.
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Press Release
Megan De La Rosa Joins Southwest Public Policy Institute Board Of Directors
The Southwest Public Policy Institute is pleased to announce today that Megan De La Rosa has joined the organization’s board of directors.
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Litigation
SPPI Files Lawsuit Against Secretary of State of New Mexico
A failure by a government body to acknowledge a request to inspect public records is equivalent to an improper denial.
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Policy Brief
SPPI Job Index: Dark Clouds Are Gathering
Today’s fresh employment numbers from the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics are concerning.
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Policy Brief
COVID Recovery: How is the American Southwest Doing?
States throughout the region boast a wide disparity of economic recovery in the aftermath of the pandemic.
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Press Release
D. Dowd Muska Joins Southwest Public Policy Institute as Senior Fellow
The Southwest Public Policy Institute is pleased to announce today that Dowd Muska has joined as a senior fellow.