A Christmas Wish List for Pennsylvania
“No more lives torn apart, and wars would never start, and time would heal all hearts.” You might recognize those words from the ubiquitous-around-the-holidays song, “Grown-Up Christmas List.” Grown up? Sure. Likely to happen? Not on this planet. Here is a Christmas wish list that can come true and would make Pennsylvania a place where everyone can thrive.
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My Journey to Commonwealth Foundation's Board
How did a registered Democrat and the daughter of former Democratic Governor George Leader find a place on Commonwealth Foundation’s Board?
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A Superhero President? Dream On
Note: This commentary appeared in the Lancaster LNP, among other news outlets. If the thought of Hillary Clinton or Donald Trump in the Oval Office frightens you, you’re not alone. Polling suggests Clinton would be the second-most disliked presidential nominee ever—trailing only Trump. Almost two-thirds of voters say neither is “honest” or “trustworthy.” If that disturbs you, here’s an idea: Maybe it’s time we give the president—and th
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Jane Leader Janeczek Elected Commonwealth Foundation Board Chair
The Commonwealth Foundation Board of Directors has unanimously elected Jane Leader Janeczek as Board Chair, effective July 1, 2016. Janeczek, who joined the Board in 2012, is an executive with Country Meadows Retirement Communities, a company founded by her late parents, former Governor and First Lady George and Mary Jane Leader.
Read More >Commonwealth Foundation Board Names New President and CEO
The Commonwealth Foundation Board of Directors has unanimously named Charles Mitchell the organization’s fifth president and CEO, effective July 1, 2016.
Read More >Poll: Wolf Approval Plummets, Far Lower Than Corbett or Rendell at Same Point
Following the longest state budget impasse in 60 years, Governor Tom Wolf’s job approval rating is cratering, according to the latest Quinnipiac poll. Just 35 percent of voters approve of the job Wolf is doing, while 52 percent disapprove.
Read More >Brouillette to Step Down as Commonwealth Foundation President for New Venture
After 14 years of educating and advocating for free-market public policies as president and CEO of the Commonwealth Foundation, Matthew Brouillette will step down to launch a new endeavor in Pennsylvania, which will be announced in the coming weeks.
Read More >State Budget Should Consider Pa. Freedom Index
Pennsylvania may be home to the cradle of liberty, but it ranks just 21st among U.S. states in economic freedom. This according to the Economic Freedom of North America 2015 report, released yesterday by the Fraser Institute.
Read More >Anti-Competitive Prevailing Wage Mandates Cost $1 Billion Annually
Wouldn’t a billion dollars go a long way to closing the budget deficit, funding schools, or lowering property taxes? New research from the Commonwealth Foundation shows simply ending prevailing wage mandates could save taxpayers billions for years to come.
Read More >Why Did Corbett Miss the Wave?
Last night, candidates embracing free-market policies won legislative seats across Pennsylvania and our country. In states like Wisconsin, Michigan, and even Illinois, gubernatorial candidates who made the case for fiscal reform prevailed. Voters rejected Gov. Tom Corbett’s persona, not his support of free-market policies, which they endorsed in many other races.
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