Education

Three Reasons for School Choice

• February 23, 2011

A few recent editorial pieces have highlighted the variety of reasons Pennsylvania needs more school choice for parents and students. A recent Philadelphia Inquirer article by Benjamin F. Chavis,…

Media

Film Tax Credit: Economics vs. Movie Star Sightings

• Nathan Benefield
• February 22, 2011

It’s hard to argue economics against the “I saw Denzel Washington at Starbucks” factor—but debate over the merits of the film tax credit should be decided on the former.

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Pa. Might Eliminate Film Tax Credit

• February 22, 2011

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Pa. public workers keeping eyes on Wisconsin

• February 22, 2011

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Regulation

Will a $22 Million Film Tax Credit Revitalize “Stanton, PA”?

• Nathan Benefield
• February 21, 2011

This weekend I watched the film Unstoppable, in which Denzel Washington and the new Captain Kirk attempt to stop a runaway train before it derails along “The Curve” in a…

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Regulation

Video: Matt Brouillette Breaks Down PA’s Fiscal Problems

• February 21, 2011

Commonwealth Foundation President & CEO Matt Brouillette was recently interviewed by Tony May, a partner at Triad Strategies.  They discuss a broad range of topics including Pennsylvania’s current fiscal situation…

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Unions unlikely targets in Pennsylvania

• February 19, 2011

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Public Union Democracy

The Tide Against Public Sector Collective Bargaining

• Elizabeth Stelle
• February 18, 2011

Earlier this week, I blogged on state bankruptcy and how some believe budget problems can be solved if states are willing to challenge the…

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Education

School Choice: Questions & Answers

• February 17, 2011

The Pennsylvania School Board Association is circulating "Questions about vouchers your legislator should be asking." Others have legitimate questions and concerns.  This Policy Brief answers them all.

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