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Film Incentives are Good for Film Productions, Not a State’s Economy
New research from Kennesaw State University economist John Charles Bradbury finds “little evidence” that movie production incentives help state economies. Bradbury’s research finds that… -
How Much Do Families Spend on School Supplies?
This is the first of a three-part series examining the issue of school supplies. Part 2 will address teacher expenditures on classroom items. Part 3… -
Repairing Cracked Foundations and Planning for Uncertainty
Sometimes things happen slowly and then all at once, like love or bankruptcy. Sometimes they just happen suddenly, like a car accident or…
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Two More Cheers for Brett Kavanaugh
Last week I quoted glowing endorsements of Supreme Court nominee Judge Kavanaugh by seven legal experts from across the ideological spectrum. Today, I want… -
Helping Society Return to Civil Debate
Is there a return to civility in our future? Our political culture seems to be getting increasingly more toxic. This path, if we stay on… -
Seven Cheers for Brett Kavanaugh
When President Trump nominated Neil Gorsuch to the U.S. Supreme Court, I was thrilled. I had read and admired his opinions for years, and, when…
Upcoming Events
September 3, 2018, 12:00 PM-1:00 PM
Shaftesbury Society Will Not Meet on Labor Day
To commemorate Labor Day, Shaftesbury Society will meet Monday, Sept. 3. We will return on Monday, Sept. 10. …
