Category: In The News
Category: In The News (page 14)
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Louisiana House Hears Testimony from ALEC’s Jonathan Williams on Tax Restructure
Last week, the Louisiana House Ways and Means Committee heard testimony from ALEC Chief Economist and Executive Vice President of Policy Jonathan Williams on addressing the state’s long-term economic challenges…
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US Businesses Win When America Writes the Global Digital Rules: Karla Jones & Jake Morabito in The Center Square
ALEC Federalism and International Relations Senior Task Force Director Karla Jones and ALEC Communications and Technology Task Force Director Jake Morabito co-authored an op-ed…
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Why Tighter Budgets Might Be Better for States in the Long Run: Jonathan Williams and Lee Schalk in Governing Magazine
Jonathan Williams, ALEC Chief Economist and Executive Vice President of Policy, and Lee Schalk, ALEC Vice President of Policy, recently co-authored an op-ed in…
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The Case for Energy Security Finds an Ally: ALEC in National Review
A recent article in National Review showcased one of ALEC’s newest model policies: The Affordable, Reliable, and Clean Energy Security Act. As ALEC’s Jonathan Williams…
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Once Again, Harvard Ranks Dead Last in Free Speech Rankings
The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) released their annual free speech rankings. Between January 25 and June 17, 2024 58, 807 students from 257 colleges and universities…
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U.S. House of Representatives Passes Campus Free Speech Legislation
Thursday, September 19, the U.S. House of Representatives passed The End Woke Higher Education Act (H.R. 3724). This two-bill package includes the Accreditation for College Excellence Act sponsored by…
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The Laffer Curve Turns 50 – How One Napkin Illustration Changed the World: Jonathan Williams on American Radio Journal
Fifty years ago on September 13, 1974, economist Dr. Arthur B. Laffer sat down for lunch with Dick Cheney and Donald Rumsfeld at what was then called the Hotel Washington,…
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State Legislator of the Month, September 2024: New Hampshire Rep. Jeanine Notter
We are proud to recognize Representative Jeanine Notter of New Hampshire as ALEC’s State Legislator of the Month. This award honors her unwavering commitment to ALEC’s values and her leadership…
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Free Speech Online at Risk? Implications of the Murthy v. Missouri Decision
Free speech has been a prevalent issue in 2024. This year, we have already seen threats to free speech on college campuses across the country, and now, potential threats…
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School Choice in Iowa Puts Students First: Lisa B. Nelson & John Wills in the Des Moines Register
ALEC CEO Lisa B. Nelson recently co-authored an op-ed with ALEC Board Member and Iowa House Speaker Pro Tempore John Wills for the…
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Examining Economic Migration Trends: Jonathan Williams on Voice of Reason
ALEC Executive Vice President of Policy and Chief Economist Jonathan Williams spoke with host Andy Hooser on Voice of Reason about the latest economic…
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California’s Anti-Business, High-Tax Policies are Driving Businesses and People Away: Jonathan Williams in The Orange County Register
ALEC EVP of Policy and Chief Economist Jonathan Williams recently authored an op-ed on Chevron’s decision to leave California and the need for the Golden State to embrace the…
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Chevron Leaving for Better Business Opportunities: Jonathan Williams on 790KABC
ALEC Executive Vice President of Policy and Chief Economist Jonathan Williams joined the John Phillips show on 790 KABC to discuss the recent Chevron…
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Exploring the Dangers of Tax Hikes and Price Controls: Jonathan Williams on The Hugh Hewitt Show
ALEC Executive Vice President of Policy and Chief Economist Jonathan Williams was interviewed on The Hugh Hewitt Show and discussed key economic policies impacting…
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Understanding the People and the Polls: Scott Rasmussen at the 51st ALEC Annual Meeting
At the ALEC 51st Annual Meeting in Denver, CO, renowned political pollster Scott Rasmussen dazzled the crowd with his insights on how to communicate effectively with the American public. Emphasizing…
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Taiwan Welcomes Delegations from ALEC: Taiwan Today
A delegation of ALEC leaders, including CEO Lisa B. Nelson, Senior Director of the Federalism and International Relations Task Force Karla Jones, and West…
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Chevron Leaving The Golden State: Jonathan Williams on NewsTalkSTL Radio
ALEC Executive Vice President of Policy and Chief Economist Jonathan Williams was featured on NewsTalkSTL with hosts Tim Jones and Chris Arps to discuss the…
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Educational Freedom Is What Americans Want: Andrew Handel in American Family News
ALEC Education & Workforce Development Task Force Director Andrew Handel spoke to Bronson Woodruff of American Family…
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Chevron’s California Exodus: Jonathan Williams on KNZR
Arlington, VA – Chevron’s decision to relocate its headquarters from California to Houston has become a focal point for discussions on business migration, state policies, and the future of the…
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Chevron’s Departure from California: Jonathan Williams on American Radio Journal
Last week, Chevron, one of the largest companies in the United States, announced it was moving its headquarters from San Ramon, California, to Houston, Texas. This move is yet another…