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Why Nobody Cares About Teen Smoking
The number of teen smokers has fallen to almost negligible levels, according to the latest survey data.
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The High Costs of the Proposed Cost-of-Living Adjustments to Washington’s Pension Plans
These Washington state retirement plans, TRS 1 and PERS 1, already have combined unfunded liabilities of $8.4 billion.
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Public Schools Are Not Value-Neutral
How is it possible to take and teach a neutral position?
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Examining Claims About Induced Demand, Adding Road Capacity and Traffic Congestion
The “iron law of roadway congestion” isn’t.
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Study Finds School Choice Increases Earnings in Colombia
We should consider all relevant outcomes when evaluating any education policy, especially since families don’t want schools solely focusing on standardized tests.
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‘Startup in Residence’ Program Offers a Needed Innovation in Government Technology Procurement
Exposing state and local leaders to technological innovation, without their governments risking large amounts of taxpayer dollars.
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Wave Powered Desalination May Help Meet the World’s Drinking Water Needs
The technology can produce freshwater using only wave energy, reducing the need for expensive, energy-intensive traditional desalination.
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The Key Advantages of Using Public-Private Partnerships for Major US Infrastructure Projects
The P3 framework has three key advantages: risk transfer, bundling project delivery components and expanded capital access.
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It Is Time to Stop Drug Testing Parolees and Probationers for Marijuana
Drug testing for marijuana does not serve public safety, imposes economic costs, and unnecessarily restricts civil liberties.