“The Saltbush Club” Skilled and Thinking Australians concerned at the huge costs and unproven benefitsof the climate, energy and infrastructure policieson both sides of Federal Parliament. A new lobby group comprising scientists, farmers, consumers, small business and big business is urging both sides of Australian politics to put aside party interests and global agendas to focus…
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New Opportunities for Bipartisanship
The results of last week’s election are in – Americans delivered a split decision on the makeup of the next Congress. In the House, Democrats won control from the Republicans and now hold the majority. In the Senate, Republicans maintained power and even added seats to their majority. This means that we’ll be operating under…
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The Pilgrim’s Failed Experiment with Socialism
With the United States under direct assault from the evils of Socialism (or other forms of “Collectivism” including: Communism, or Fascism…pick your tyranny), and with Thanksgiving Day upon us, it’s timely, appropriate, and necessary to visit the nation’s very first attempt with Socialism, nearly four centuries ago. Modern day promotion of these evils are communicated…
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But what will take its place?
Does government really need to regulate everything? Can no program be allowed to expire?By Greg Walcher In high school and college, I competed in debate tournaments across the state and country. I clearly remember many occasions when a debate team’s plan would include abolishing some government program. Inevitably, the opponents would ask, “What will you…
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A looming technology-security minerals crisis?
New book analyzes near-total foreign dependency for critical minerals – and offers solutionsIn 1973 OPEC countries imposed an oil embargo to retaliate for US support of Israel during the Yom Kippur War. Drivers endured soaring gasoline prices, blocks-long lines, hours wasted waiting to refuel vehicles, and restrictions on which days they could buy fuel. America…
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Rep. Brandtjen Receives WMC’s “Working for Wisconsin” Award
MADISON – In Wisconsin, 83 lawmakers repeatedly stood up for tax cuts, pro-growth reforms and investments in our state’s workforce this past legislative session. Each of these legislators supported initiatives that will spur economic growth and job creation by putting an emphasis on improving Wisconsin’s business climate. WMC, the combined state chamber of commerce…