The U.S. is the medical innovation capital of the world – but a new bill in Congress could change that.  In the next few weeks, the U.S. House of Representatives is expected to pass the Lower Drug Costs Now Act, legislation that some claim would rein in the cost of prescription drugs by allowing the…

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This Labor Day, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce recognizes the invaluable contributions of America’s workers – from retail cashiers and truck drivers to shop floor managers and farmhands. Thanks to them, the best ideas and most innovative products come to life.  Core to our mission is helping workers succeed. That’s why we fight every day…

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During the postwar economic boom, President Eisenhower built out the roads, waterways, and bridges that became the arteries of American commerce. His ambitious infrastructure plan, including the Interstate Highway System that bears his name, helped lay the foundation for the biggest economic expansion of the last 100 years.  President Eisenhower made history by building an…

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As the pace of technology progresses, one thing becomes increasingly clear – space is the new economic frontier. In recent years, the commercial space industry has taken off, growing from $175 billion in revenues in 2005 to $385 billion in 2017. As more private investors look to plant their flags, growth will continue to skyrocket.…

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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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