A Non-Starter What to know: Electric vehicles report “79% more maintenance problems than gas-powered cars,” according to a new study. The TPPF take: The Biden administration is committed to forcing Americans into electric vehicles, even if the technology just isn’t ready. “This is the brute force application of policy preferences—forcing choices onto consumers,” says TPPF’s Robert...
Flakes, Not Steaks What to know: Bidenomics has been such a disaster that cash-strapped Americans are now being encouraged to eat cereal for dinner in order to save money. “Cereal for dinner is more on trend now and we expect it to continue as that consumer is under pressure.” The TPPF take: Progressive policies have decimated family...
You Have to Show Up What to know: A federal judge has ruled that Congress passed its 2023 omnibus spending bill improperly, with proxy votes—because there wasn’t a quorum present. The TPPF take: TPPF attorneys argued this case in January. “This meticulous, 120-page opinion was written after a full trial on the merits,” said TPPF’s Matt Miller. “The...
More Pathways to Success What to know: As we close out National Career and Technical Education Month, one thing has become more and more clear—there are more pathways to success than just college. The TPPF take: For Texas to continue to be a magnet for employers, a trained workforce is essential. Yet jobs that do not require...
Early Voting, Late Results What to know: Will Wisconsinites know which candidates win the primary elections? Probably not. The Wisconsin Senate doesn’t have the votes to pass a bill requiring county clerks to process early voting ballots before Election Day. The TPPF take: TPPF’s Sharon Bemis was a municipal clerk and handled many elections. “Without early processing days, clerks are...
Electioneering What to know: The Texas Attorney General’s Office has sued Denton ISD over alleged electioneering—including principals who instructed their staffers to vote for candidates who oppose parent empowerment. The TPPF take: Electioneering—especially with taxpayer resources—is wrong. “This is part of a disturbing and brazen pattern of school employees using their leadership positions and official resources to coordinate...
Biden’s Energy Blunder What to know: The Wall Street Journal says President Joe Biden’s plan to stop permitting new liquefied natural gas (LNG) export terminals is his “worst energy decision” yet. The TPPF take: Biden’s decree is clearly aimed at shoring up his support among the left as he heads into a difficult reelection campaign. “The move makes Europe...
Rocky Mountain High What to know: Denver, another “sanctuary city” that has been “pushed to the brink” by illegal immigration, is facing millions of dollars in expenses incurred by migrants. The TPPF take: Denver is learning that every town is a border town now. “Texas’ decision to bus migrants out of the state has been a cost-effective...
We’re Not Sold What to know: Demand for electric vehicles is plummeting, and that’s putting pressure on automakers. The TPPF take: The Biden administration can’t order up consumer demand at will. “As Fortune reports, ‘no one wants to buy used EVs,’ leaving EV used-car values in free fall,” says TPPF’s Mark Mills. “That’s a problem for auto companies because...
Cracking Down on Human Smuggling What to know: A new bill has gone into effect in Texas, cracking down on human smuggling. The TPPF take: This law increases existing penalties for human smuggling and operating stash houses. “Our research on the scourge of human smuggling highlights the importance of Texas doing what it can to deter smugglers,” says...
The Rent is Too Damn High What to know: A new report from Harvard University suggests that: “Half of U.S. tenants can’t afford to pay their rent.” This sad state of affairs may soon get even worse given the deteriorating economic climate. The TPPF take: Many people are barely hanging on. Big Government is to blame. “The affordability...
More ISD Electioneering What to know: A public school principal is alleged to have used her office to promote someone’s re-election campaign, despite state laws barring this type of political activity. “Section 255.003 of the Texas Election Code prohibits public employees from using public resources to electioneer.” The TPPF take: ISD electioneering is becoming a major problem. “Texas...