The State and Local Tax (SALT) deduction has been a longstanding part of the U.S. tax system. It allowed taxpayers who itemized their deductions to subtract state and local taxes—such as property taxes, income taxes, or sales taxes—from...
Imagine a society where no one fears a doctor’s bill, a single diagnosis doesn’t lead to bankruptcy, and everyone—rich or poor—has access to the healthcare they need. This isn’t a utopian dream. It’s a reality in countries like Norway, where...
Forget tariffs. Ban oil exports Few things influence the lives of everyday Americans more directly than the price of gas. It affects everything—from the cost of commuting to work and running family errands to the prices of goods and services...
Trump allowed Saudi Arabia to control America’s energy independence. By permitting Saudi Arabia’s state-owned oil company, Aramco, to acquire the largest oil refinery in the United States, the Trump administration made a grave mistake—one that...
In a time of persistent inflation and economic uncertainty, it is clear that the cost of living has become a pressing issue for many Americans. Among these costs, the price of beef—a staple in the American diet—has soared to levels that are...
The Southern Baptist Convention (SBC), the largest Protestant denomination in the United States, has not always been the staunch opponent of abortion that it is today. Over the past 50 years, the SBC’s stance has shifted from a moderate...
A Broken System of Excessive Fundraising In modern American politics, the staggering amounts of money raised and spent during election campaigns often dwarf the actual importance or scope of the positions being contested. From local offices like...
The Jones Act, officially known as the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, is a century-old maritime law designed to protect the U.S. shipping industry. It mandates that goods transported between U.S. ports must be carried on ships that are U.S.-built...
Donald J. Trump has announced that he is going to pick renowned anti-vaxxer Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. to lead the Food and Drug Administration. RFK has spread disinformation and debunked theories concerning vaccinations. Trump has said he will...
…and what should be done about them The concentration of wealth and influence in the hands of a few has become a defining feature of both modern America and post-Soviet Russia. The rise of American oligarchs such as Donald J. Trump, Elon...
Introduction In the landmark case of Daher v. Prime Healthcare Services-Garden City, LLC, the Michigan Supreme Court addressed the scope of recoverable damages under the state’s wrongful death act (WDA), specifically whether damages for...
IntroductionIn a landmark decision, a federal judge has ruled that New Jersey’s ban on AR-15 rifles is unconstitutional. This ruling, which challenges the state’s strict gun control measures, has significant implications for Second...
