Ken Jennings was in a recent TV ad offering Washingtonians a "pop quiz" on Initiative 645, but while he might be the undisputed king of trivia, his 30-second spot proves state tax policy is definitely not his…
I love Ken Jennings. I caught up with his original million-dollar-plus run on Jeopardy via streaming last year. His story makes him the perfect successor to the late, great Alex Trebek and miraculously, the TV gods allowed…
Democratic Governors Association got it wrong The Democratic Governors Association is falsely insinuating that the Badger Institute panned a “scheme” by gubernatorial candidate Tom Tiffany to eliminate Wisconsin’s income tax.…
Workers need employers. They need businesses willing to open, expand and hire here. That is why Washington state’s new income tax matters even to workers who may never earn enough to pay it.Beginning in 2028, the law imposes…
Washington would have 6,100 fewer jobs and 1,400 fewer new businesses annually. Washington's economic growth will slow. The report estimates the tax could reduce new employer businesses by 11.9%, which is about 1,400…
Key TakeawaysWashington would have 6,100 fewer jobs and 1,400 fewer new businesses annually. Washington's economic growth will slow. The report estimates the tax could reduce new employer businesses by 11.9%, which is…
New Yorkers have reached a clear verdict: The state’s tax system is not delivering. A full 67% say they are not getting good value for their tax dollars, while 64% support eliminating the state income tax. Majorities of…
Executive summary Wisconsin faces significant and growing tax competitiveness challenges with respect to its income tax treatment of individuals and businesses. Competitive tax systems contribute to productivity and economic…
Executive summary Wisconsin faces significant and growing tax competitiveness challenges with respect to its income tax treatment of individuals and businesses. Competitive tax systems contribute to productivity and economic…
This correction request was sent to The Seattle Times editorial board on 9/23/2026.Seattle Times Editorial Board members,Thank you again for inviting me to discuss Initiative 645. I appreciated the invitation and the lively…
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