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Why Cracking Down on Oil Speculators Will Hurt Consumers
By: Robert P. Murphy on 9.4.2008
California drivers are relieved that oil prices have retreated from record highs in July but all Americans should be concerned that the government is still scrambling to “do something” about oil prices. Proposals to curb “excessive speculation” in commodity futures enjoy bipartisan support. Yet cracking down on oil speculators will only hurt average Americans.
Why McCain needs to read Goldwater
By: Jason Clemens on 9.4.2008
Those who aspire to elected office, and all those who hold office, would do well to heed the advice of Barry Goldwater, former Arizona senator and presidential candidate. None would benefit more than presidential nominee John McCain, Goldwater's Arizona successor in the U.S. Senate.
Labor Day: What Are We Celebrating?
By: Jason Clemens on 9.1.2008
On September 1st, Labor Day, cities across the country will hold barbecues, parades, and picnics. On this reprieve from our work routine, it's worth reflecting on what we're celebrating. It is also a good time to ponder some proposed labor-law changes that would affect all workers.
Sarah Palin on legal reform, Exxon Valdez and polar bears
By: Carter Wood on 8.29.2008
Not much to say about Alaska's governor, Sarah Palin, on legal reform issues (certainly a lot less than Sen. Joe Biden). The Pacific Research Institute's 2008 State Liability Index ranks Alaska as having the No. 2 legal climate in outputs (costs) and No. 16 in inputs (laws).
Don't undermine advance in reform of medical malpractice
By: Lawrence J. McQuillan, Ph.D on 8.27.2008
It is mind-boggling that the Illinois Supreme Court might nix the successful medical malpractice reforms enacted in 2005 — just as the Metro East area begins recovering from the damage inflicted by years of crippling tort judgments ("Illinois' med mal law on trial," Aug. 18).
Labor reform debate needed
By: Jason Clemens on 8.25.2008
It's no surprise that the labor movement is behind the Democratic Party and presumptive presidential nominee Barack Obama. The union movement has normally maintained cordial, if not intimate, ties with Democrats. Some estimate that unions will spend nearly $1 billion this election cycle in support of Democrats.
Judicial races much too vital to bypass in the voting booth
By: Carlos Muhletaler on 8.24.2008
From health care and community safety to schools and the economy, and just plain fairness in our courts, Florida's judges make decisions every day that affect our lives. Yet for most Floridians, the judiciary is the least understood branch of government.
How has the state's legal climate changed since tort reform was enacted?
8.22.2008
So, the hard work of the Ohio Alliance for Civil Justice to pass comprehensive tort reform made an important contribution to our state’s economic health. As Ohio’s economy struggles to improve, we should thank the Ohio legislators who had the courage to reform our civil justice system.
Study: State is a 'saint'
8.22.2008
The Pacific Research Institute (PRI) has released its report comparing the legal climates of all 50 states. And the report is favorable for Mississippi, ranking it ninth.
Best U.S. Cities To Earn A Living
By: Matt Woolsey on 8.19.2008
Though Houston has plenty of fat cats, this is not a story about America's Most Overweight Cities. Rather, Houston is recognized here for its dynamic business environment, low unemployment and high wages relative to income. These factors make Houston the best city to earn a living by our calculations.
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