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House Committee Approves Bill to Allow Post Offices to Offer Banking Services
Opinion -The U.S. House of Representatives is considering a bill that would allow the struggling U.S. Postal Service (USPS), a quasi-government agency, to expand its government-granted monopoly into banking and delivery services. -
Study: Railroad Industry Keeps U.S. Economy on Track
Opinion -A new study examining the extent of the railroad industry’s impact on the overall strength of the nation’s economy shows railroad commerce generates more than $32.8 billion in tax revenue for local and state governments, in addition to employing millions. -
NFL Star Calls for End of Stadium Subsidies
Opinion -During an interview with a sports-talk radio host in Seattle, Washington, a prominent National Football League star player called on lawmakers to stop using taxpayer money to subsidize stadiums for privately owned sports teams. -
Citing Violence Trends, Trump to Campaign as ‘Law and Order Candidate’
Opinion -Accepting the Republican Party’s nomination in July, New York City businessman Donald Trump declared himself a standard-bearer for voters who believe there is increasing unrest and violence in the country. -
House Lawmakers Fish for Relief from Catfish Regulations
Opinion -In the wake of the U.S. Senate voting to lower trade barriers on catfish meat imported from other countries, a group of U.S. House lawmakers are blocking a vote on repealing food inspection rules currently in effect. -
Oklahoma Supreme Court Hears Lawsuit Challenging Cigarette Tax Hike
Opinion -The Oklahoma Supreme Court will hear arguments in a lawsuit challenging a last-minute cigarette tax hike enacted in May. -
Scientist Donates Award to Private Job-Training Charity
Opinion -While governments at all levels struggle to achieve their claimed desire to lead people out of poverty, a small group of in Alabama is tackling the problem directly, without the need for taxpayer funds or government administration.
