By tracking the results of different states’ fiscal policies, economists are finding out what kind of economic medicine helps – and harms – job creation. Here’s what they’ve learned:
Evidence from state “fiscal laboratories” shows spending cuts hurt growth and jobs
March 19, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Bad math: Corporate lobbyists, conservative think tanks hawk snake-oil economics for WA
March 18, 2013 By 2 Comments
Economist Arthur Laffer is touted as a go-to source of wisdom by conservative think tanks and corporate lobby groups in Washington state. But a recent report shows his economic prescriptions are more likely to hurt than heal our economy.
Four ways Washington lawmakers can spend our tax dollars more wisely
March 13, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Recession or not, state lawmakers should be closely watching how they’re spending scarce tax dollars on economic development, to make sure those public investments really pay off. Here are four ways Washington’s legislators can make sure taxpayers are getting the most for their money. 1. More Sunshine: Let taxpayers see the costs and benefits of […]
WA Senate conservatives attack working families, vote to weaken Seattle’s sick days law
March 12, 2013 By 1 Comment
The attack on Washington’s families and middle class by Senate Republicans and “Road-Kill” Democrats continued in full force yesterday. Conservative senators passed SB 5726, which waters down Seattle’s sick and safe leave ordinance and restricts similar laws that might be passed by other Washington cities in the future.
