Tag: Opinion
‘Trump slump’ threatens tourism payoff from World Cup
With an upcoming FIFA World Cup being staged across the nation, 2026 was supposed to be a bumper year for tourism to the U.S.
And...
For ‘unbanked,’ ending tax refund checks presents big problem
More than 6 million Americans receive paper tax refund checks annually. Often, those refunds go to purchase groceries or pay the bills. But this...
The hidden harm of fast fashion and its supply chain
We’re all constantly buying and receiving products, searching for the best deals and filling online carts as fast as ever. But how often do...
Why hiking the gasoline tax is back on the table
It is well known that the U.S. has a major infrastructure problem with its national highway system. Many of our bridges are in a...
Rising insurance costs tied to health system consolidation
Health insurance premiums in the U.S. significantly increased between 1999 and 2024, outpacing the rate of worker earnings by three times, according to our...
It’s beneficial to talk with your hands
When people use hand gestures that visually represent what they’re saying, listeners see them as clearer, competent and persuasive. That’s the key finding from...
Who wins and who loses as U.S. retires the penny
By now, Americans know the strange math of minting: Each penny costs about 4 cents to make. Chances are you have some in a...
Dress for success: High-performance outwear that doesn’t cramp style
With the drop in temperatures this time of year, we’d like to take a moment to focus on outerwear – specifically luxury-performance Italian outerwear.
Sporty...
How U.S. has cut climate-changing emissions while its economy doubled
Countries around the world have been discussing the need to rein in climate change for three decades, yet global greenhouse gas emissions – and...
Blame shutdown on citizens who prefer political spectacle
The U.S. was founded on the idea that government exists to serve its people. To do this, the government must deliver services that promote...
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