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Government

Fair Tax: The Myths of Inequality

A recent editorial in the Wall Street Journal by Kevin A. Hassett and Aparna Mathur debunks the idea that the Fair Tax is unfair to the poor because it is not progressive.

Government

Sailing into Uncharted Waters

This article should be required reading for every congressperson, staffer, citizen and high school and college student in the country. We are headed for a cliff.

Government

When Government Gets Too Big

There was one part of the economy that’s doing pretty well, according to the August job report. Unemployment among government workers is at 5.1 percent, the lowest in the nation.

Government

When 'Sharing' Becomes Confiscation

Even 100 percent of all taxpayer income would not cover the current spending, the debt reduction and unfunded liabilities.

Opinion

Transit: Here We Go Again (in Roswell Patch)

After a lull of only 3 weeks, the forces of tax subsidy are at it again.

Opinion

Politics: We Need Core Principles (in Roswell Patch)

We are in need of some fundamental rules that can establish a standard against which we can judge elected officials' behavior as well as the legislation they introduce and/or vote for.

Politics

Politics: Why Get Involved?

Our country is at a key turning point. To help avoid a complete disaster you should get involved.

Transportation

First, Let's Get to the Root of the Problem

The Georgia Department of Transportation has been a dysfunctional, politically torn-and-twisted state agency for over 50 years. It's time to focus on fixing it.

Transportation

Lessons From the TSPLOST Campaign

The TSPLOST campaign has been a fascinating and educational experience. Here are some of the lessons.

Transportation

Which Vision Should You Vote For?

Atlanta is no longer a hub-and-spoke city, but a large network of suburban clusters. Our transportation system should support it, not try to stop it.

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