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Archives: In the News / Articles
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Reengaging Americans With Their History & Principles: Jonathan Williams on The Hugh Hewitt Show
Guest host Alex Marlow filling in on The Hugh Hewitt Show spoke with ALEC President and Chief Economist Jonathan Williams last week about the organization’s work with state…
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What Maryland’s Economic Rankings Reveal About Its Future
The Maryland Chamber of Commerce recently cited data from Rich States, Poor States: ALEC-Laffer State Economic Competitiveness Index in an article examining the state’s…
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Addressing The Leading Issues Across the States: Lee Schalk on The Hugh Hewitt Show
Hugh Hewitt spoke with Senior Vice President of Policy Lee Schalk last week about several leading issues affecting the states and the organizational priorities ALEC is focusing on ahead of…
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Ballots by Prime: Katherine T. Bennett in The Blaze
The Blaze ran an opinion editorial written by Katherine T. Bennett, Director of ALEC’s Process & Procedures Task Force. In the piece, she underscores the urgent need to…
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A Turning Point for Ohio’s Economy: Jonathan Williams on American Radio Journal
Earlier this year, Ohio joined the growing number of states that have adopted a flat tax on personal income — a quiet revolution in tax policy that is…
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Education Freedom and Legislative Priorities in Mississippi: Jonathan Williams on The Hugh Hewitt Show
Hugh Hewitt spoke with ALEC President and Chief Economist Jonathan Williams last week about Mississippi’s schools, legislative priorities, and the growing movement for universal school choice.
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New Jersey’s Economic Woes and Property Tax Issues: Jonathan Williams on The Hugh Hewitt Show
Whether you’re in Trenton, Newark, or along the Jersey Shore, it’s hard to turn on the news without hearing about New Jersey’s property taxes. The questions are the…
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The Impact Of Property Taxes: Jonathan Williams on American Radio Journal
Do you think your property taxes are too high? Are you concerned with the lack of transparency around the process? Well, you’re not alone. Long one of the…
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Can Texas Hold ‘Em? Katie Thompson in Daily Caller
The Daily Caller recently published an op-ed by Process and Procedures Task Force Director Katie Thompson, examining how the redistricting process that started in Texas continues to influence…
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Government Gridlock and Soaring Property Taxes: Jonathan Williams on The Hugh Hewitt Show
Whether you’re in Washington, D.C., or Washington, OK, you can’t turn on the news without hearing about the government shutdown. The questions are the same everywhere – what…
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How Delaware Can Compete Again: Jonathan Williams on Money and Politics in Delaware
On Money and Politics in Delaware, ALEC President and Chief Economist Jonathan Williams spoke with host Dace Blaskovitz about federalism, state economic rankings, and how…
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Education Reform That Delivers Results: Andrew Handel on NewsTalkSTL
The new school year has exposed persistent challenges in American education, but states are emerging as the true drivers of reform. From expanding parental choice to implementing innovative…
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ALEC CEO Lisa B. Nelson Named One of Most Powerful Women in Washington
The men and women of ALEC are delighted to announce that our CEO, Lisa B. Nelson, has been named to Washingtonian magazine’s list of the Most Powerful Women in…
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America’s Education Report Card & Supporting Education Freedom: Andrew Handel on Voice of Reason
As American schools enter the new academic year, troubling data from The Nation’s Report Card highlight a persistent challenge: increased spending is not translating into improved student outcomes.
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Botched Energy Policies Are Driving High Energy Prices: Jake Morabito in The Orange County Register
ALEC Energy, Environment, and Agriculture Senior Task Force Director Jake Morabito recently warned in an Orange County Register op-ed that California’s rock-bottom energy affordability rankings are a…
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Consolidating Elections: Katie Thompson on NPR
https://alec.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/20250925_me_new_york_city_may_move_its_mayoral_elections_to_even_years.mp3 This fall, New York City is considering a plan to place local races on the same ballot as presidential and midterm races, part of a broader push…
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Key Questions About The TikTok Deal: Jake Morabito in The Hill
Despite a recently announced deal to keep TikTok running in the United States, several questions still remain. A key sticking point is TikTok’s algorithm – where will it be housed,…
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Challenging National Education Trends: Andrew Handel in The Daily Signal
ALEC Education and Workforce Development Task Force Director Andrew Handel spoke with Kevin Stocklin of The Daily Signal about states taking the initiative to improve reading and…
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SCOTUS Tasked To Defend Donor Privacy: New Weapon Against Free Speech
RealClear Politics recently ran an op-ed co-authored by ALEC Judiciary Task Force Director Nino Marchese and ALEC Policy Manager and Manager of the Center to Protect Free Speech Rose…
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In The Wake of Tragedy: Jonathan Williams on The Hugh Hewitt Show
In his latest appearance on The Hugh Hewitt Show, ALEC President and Chief Economist Jonathan Williams emphasized a renewed commitment to civil discourse and working together to…