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Chart of the Month

• February 14, 2018

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The Great Risk Taker

• February 14, 2018

The Reinhard family story is one of hard work, risk-taking, success, and a deep love of community. Claude Reinhard and his wife had five children. Two of his sons—Don and…

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The Great Risk Taker

• February 14, 2018

The Reinhard family story is one of hard work, risk-taking, success, and a deep love of community. Claude Reinhard and his wife had five children. Two of his sons—Don and…

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Ghost Teachers Update

• February 14, 2018

In past issues, we’ve detailed lawsuits in Reading and Allentown School Districts filed by clients of the Fairness Center. In both districts, teachers were leaving the classroom to work for…

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Ghost Teachers Update

• February 14, 2018

In past issues, we’ve detailed lawsuits in Reading and Allentown School Districts filed by clients of the Fairness Center. In both districts, teachers were leaving the classroom to work for…

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Time for Education Equality in Erie

• Lenny McAllister
• February 14, 2018

“Topping the list” is usually good thing. Who doesn’t want to be #1?  Unfortunately, Erie tops a list that should inspire not celebration but soul searching.   Financial news website 24/7 Wall St.

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Time for Education Equality in Erie

• February 14, 2018

“Topping the list” is usually good thing. Who doesn’t want to be #1?  Unfortunately, Erie tops a list that should inspire not celebration but soul searching.   Financial news website 24/7 Wall St.

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Transforming Labor: A Comprehensive Review of the States

• Jessica Barnett
• February 14, 2018

Is Pennsylvania a worker-friendly state? To answer this question, CF published a report, Transforming Labor, which examines and grades all 50 states according to the impact of their public sector…

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Transforming Labor: A Comprehensive Review of the States

• February 14, 2018

Is Pennsylvania a worker-friendly state? To answer this question, CF published a report, Transforming Labor, which examines and grades all 50 states according to the impact of their public sector…

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From the Team

• February 14, 2018

Commonwealth Foundation welcomed two new teammates to start the year—Emily Jae, director of entrepreneur engagement in southeastern Pennsylvania, and Liz Vincent, director of entrepreneur engagement in central Pennsylvania. We are…

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From the Team

• February 14, 2018

Commonwealth Foundation welcomed two new teammates to start the year—Emily Jae, director of entrepreneur engagement in southeastern Pennsylvania, and Liz Vincent, director of entrepreneur engagement in central Pennsylvania. We are…

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Did You Hear?

• February 14, 2018

In December, legislation which would have prohibited government from collecting and distributing political campaign contributions was voted on for the first time by the full Pennsylvania House. Unfortunately, SB 166…

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Did You Hear?

• February 14, 2018

In December, legislation which would have prohibited government from collecting and distributing political campaign contributions was voted on for the first time by the full Pennsylvania House. Unfortunately, SB 166…

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Response Requested: Policy Roundtable on March 15

• February 14, 2018

The Commonwealth Foundation invites you to a: Policy Roundtable with Rep. Bryan Cutler March 15, 2018 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Walnut Room…

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Welfare Reform

• December 19, 2017

Traditional welfare programs have failed to put people on paths to independence and self-sufficiency. Successful reform can break the cycle of generational poverty, improving the lives of millions and saving…

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Taxes & Economy

Federal Tax Reform Helps Middle-Class Families

• Charles Mitchell
• December 18, 2017

Hardworking families in Pennsylvania are burdened by an onerous federal tax structure that hinders rather than promotes economic growth and prosperity. That’s why Congress is working to overhaul the broken…

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Education

Education Savings Accounts

• December 8, 2017

Education savings accounts (ESAs) empower parents to customize their child's education. Administered by the state but controlled by the parents, ESAs can be used for multiple educational services. If enacted…

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Public Union Democracy

It’s Time to Enact Paycheck Protection Once and For All

• Jessica Barnett
• December 4, 2017

Here's the bottom line: Taxpayers shouldn't be the middleman for anyone's political agenda, which is why Pa. needs SB 166.

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Restoring Integrity to an Unfair System

• November 30, 2017

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The 2017-18 Budget Comes to an End: Here’s What You Need to Know

• Bob Dick, Elizabeth Stelle
• November 9, 2017

Pennsylvania’s four-month budget battle has come to an end, thanks to an assortment of targeted tax hikes and fee increases along with borrowing and one-time transfers. Unfortunately, lawmakers and the…

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The 2017-18 Budget Comes to an End: Here’s What You Need to Know

• November 9, 2017

Pennsylvania’s four-month budget battle has come to an end, thanks to an assortment of targeted tax hikes and fee increases along with borrowing and one-time transfers. Unfortunately, lawmakers and the…

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