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The State of Small Business in Michigan
While Michigan is on right track, federal policies are counterproductive The state’s leading advocate for small business owners presented the “State of Michigan Small Business” before the state House Commerce Committee. The presentation explored the common definitions and perceptions of … Continue reading
Helping the rich get richer – Why raising the minimum wage causes maximum harm to the poor
Why shouldn’t teenagers living at home with their well-to-do parents get a raise? Why shouldn’t highly paid union employees get a bump in pay? So what if poor people end up with no jobs, reduced hours and higher prices on … Continue reading
Earth to Washington: Small-Business Fiscal Model Not Rocket Science
Although American small-business owners survived Washington’s fiscal cliff fiasco, few of them are dancing in the streets. Instead, they’re bracing for yet another government-induced crisis as early as mid-February when our national debt hits its ceiling. Although the cliff deal … Continue reading
In the Starting Gate Filled with Uncertainty and Pessimism.
On the eve of the start of New York’s legislative session, it is alarming to look at the state of affairs for small business owners. They are concerned. They are not confident. They do not feel that better days are … Continue reading
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Tagged economy, Marcellus Shale, Minimum Wage
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Wanted: Leadership that Makes a Difference for Small Business
Most of us were taught, as children, that “If something looks too good to be true, it probably is.” Those who own and run their own businesses are particularly mindful of this age-old truth. Which is why many small-business owners … Continue reading
Mr. President: the tinkerers, dreamers and small-business owners built America.
President Obama was asked in a recent interview what mistakes he made in his first term. His response was revealing. He said that while he has no doubts about his policies, he should have done a better job of “telling … Continue reading
