This paper provides a statistical analysis of the relationship between state tax policy and state economic growth rates. The study concludes that the more rapidly taxes rise with increases in income, the lower the state’s economic growth rate.
The debate questions Americans want answered
It’s just a shame the media in control of the debate will be unlikely to focus on the most vital issues. The media have begun their predictable lead-up to the first presidential debate slated for June 27 with the usual question — “Do debates really matter?” — before answering it themselves. As Politico’s Jack Shafer...