Local governments against entrepreneurs
It’s no secret that local politicians are a unique breed that is arguably more of a threat to personal liberty and economic freedom than any Congress or president has ever…
Refusing federal money with strings attached
How often do you see stories about local governments turning down millions of dollars in federal aid? Rarely to never. Except that’s exactly what a small Texas town (among others)…
A six figure fine for “incorrectly” parking in her own driveway
As we’ve noted before, the federal government and official Washington aren’t the only sources of bad politicians, politics, and policies. Local governments – through sheer numbers – are far more…
The convention center debt problem
Like their federal cousins, local government officials have a habit of spending taxpayers money – or worse, issuing mountains of debt – on projects they assure residents are guaranteed money…
The result of a ridiculous law is needless violence
State and federal codes groan under the weight of dumb laws passed with little to no understanding that, eventually, they may be enforced with extreme violence. Such was the case…
State and Local Governments Don’t Need a Bailout
State and local governments are poised to reap around $350 billion from the president’s proposed $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief package. The drumbeat behind the federal aid is that states and…
Billions in Proposed Tax Hikes on State and Local Ballots Nov. 3
More than just candidates for office are on the4 ballot Nov. 3. Hundreds of ballot issues will be decided as well, including a number that propose to hike taxes at…
Time to End Uncle Sam’s Bullying Influence Over State and Local Governments
Article from For Liberty by Norm Leahy. Long before the coronavirus prompted some state and local politicians to seek a massive infusion of federal aid to help close their budget…
The Fiscal Future Looks Grim for State and Local Governments
Article from For Liberty by Norm Leahy. We all know the federal government has a spending problem. With every trillion dollars added to the $23 trillion national debt (you can…
