Recent Research

Research & Commentary: Top Ten Reasons Not to Raise Tobacco Taxes

John Nothdurft
September 11, 2009

Smokers have become a favorite target of many legislators across the country.

The Prognosis for National Health Insurance: A Florida Perspective

Arduin, Laffer & Moore Econometrics, and foward by Robert F. Sanchez
September 1, 2009

Health care now comprises about one-sixth of the U.S. economy. Given the aging of the population, that portion is likely to grow. Therefore, making major changes in the system that delivers and funds health care requires especially careful analysis, not a rush to judgment.

No. 123 Obama Health Plan: Rationing, Higher Taxes, and Lower Quality Care

Peter Ferrara
Peter J. Ferrara
August 6, 2009

President Barack Obama and Congressional Democrats are rushing to enact legislation that would overhaul the way health care is financed and delivered in the United States.

Research & Commentary: The Damaging Effects of Tourism Taxes

John Nothdurft
July 28, 2009

Tourism taxes have become an increasingly trendy pick for elected officials hoping to raise additional revenue to cover increases in government spending.

Climate Change Reconsidered

Zonia M. Pino
June 30, 2009