Via Government is Good: The popular view of government is that of low-achieving screw-up. When asked, “When the government in Washington decides to solve a problem, how much confidence do you have that the problem will be solved?” only four percent of Americans said “a lot.” Sixty-four percent said “none at all” or “just a […]
California Paid Family Leave: Babies still crying, but nary a whimper from businesses
August 9, 2010 By Leave a Comment
From Early Ed Watch: This is the second in a series of podcasts this summer on California’s laws for extended-time off, with a special focus on the state’s paid family leave program that enables new parents to take time off from work to bond with their babies. In this podcast, New America’s David Gray talks […]
Location changes for Transforming WA’s Budget
July 26, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Due to large crowds at the first two public meetings, state officials have decided to move the last two meetings, July 27th in Vancouver and July 29th In Spokane, to larger venues. Officials also shortened presentations by OFM staffers at the beginning of the meeting, allowing more time for public comment. The new locations: July […]
