Rich States, Poor States - 15th Edition
The Economic Outlook Ranking in the 15th Edition of Rich States Poor States is a forecast based on a state’s current standing in 15 state policy variables. Each of these factors is influenced directly by state lawmakers through the legislative process. Generally speaking, states that spend less — especially on income transfer programs — and states that tax less — particularly on productive activities such as working or investing — experience higher growth rates than states that tax and spend more.
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VIDEO: Protecting the Sanctity of the Supreme Court
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ALEC in Real Clear Investigations: It’s Conservative David vs. the Woke Corporate Green Giant
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ALEC in Orange County Register: To empower patients, price transparency is key
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ALEC in the Albuquerque Journal: Give public lands to states for management
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