West Virginia's Agenda for Fair Taxation explored
The Governor's Commission on Fair Taxation proposes a progressive reform to replace the current regressive system with broader bases and fewer exemptions. It would ditch the automobile property tax and inventory taxes, fund education more fully, and aim for growth and off year stability. Computer simulations due in December will decide if tax reform can be implemented next session.
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Civic apathy and the return to civil society
Clarence Page argues that ignorance and apathy erode social capital as civic life shifts from churches and volunteers to individual action. He surveys voices from Dionne, Dilulio, Himmelfarb, and others, urging partnerships between government and traditional institutions to rebuild community engagement and address urban poverty.
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Dan Coats
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Labor unions and worker rights attack in 105th Congress
Louie A. Cordova of United Steelworkers denounces Republican led changes and bills targeting labor from the House committees to the Paycheck Fairness Act and a replaced Fair Labor Standards Act. He urges readers to contact representatives to vote against the legislation.
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