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Economy & Taxes: Reducing Government, Reducing Spending

Take a look at the conservative political notions of free enterprise and small government as they were originally promoted by the "Goldwater Conservatives," and follow current news items impacting state and federal budgets, such as immigration reform, health care and the minimum wage.
Down & Out in the US Economy
The economy took center stage in 2008, as the symptoms of its collapse continued to run amok: the costly war in Iraq racked up debt, the sub-prime mortgage crisis had homeowners resorting to insurance fraud by way of arson and fuel prices hit $4 in parts of California and Hawaii.
Out of One, Many?
The ultimate impact of immigration on America may not be what many people expect.
What's Sick About "Sicko"
There is much to like in Michael Moore's film, "Sicko," but there is also much to question. If one part of the movie is misleading, is all of it?
"Top Ten Reasons to Love US Small Business"
Free enterprise is one of the most important planks in any conservative's platform. This list, reprinted from the Small Business Administration by About.com's Guide to Government Information, Robert Longley, show great reasons for entrepreneurs to consider opening small businesses.
"Post-Halloween Jobs Report is a Treat " -- The Heritage Foundation
This article by The Heritage Foundation's James Sherk and Rea S. Hederman, Jr. partially shoots down some economist's theories that the US is headed toward a recession.

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