Business and Job Creation
Want a thriving economy? The Goldwater Institute knows that best business climate is one where low taxes and minimal regulation benefit all employers – not one where subsidies and special tax breaks offer an advantage to a chosen few. When a government agency can decide which businesses to favor, it opens the door for the misguided pursuit of investment fads or, at worst, the potential for corruption and abuse. Our research offers sound policies for government, and we’re not afraid to fight when we see bad ideas that put taxpayers at risk.
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Diversity Adds New Categories
Posted on November 01, 2004 | Type: In the NewsThe face of diversity is changing as some businesses move beyond considering gender and race in their employment strategies.
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Californians drawn to friendly Arizona - for now
Posted on May 27, 2004 | Type: Issue | Author: Matthew LadnerCalifornians are converging on Arizona in record numbers. Between 1995 and 2000, nearly 200,000 Californians moved to the Grand Canyon State. And while California lost 755,000 residents, Arizona gained almost 800,000, U.S. Census numbers show.
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Obscene gas prices got you in a froth? Blame it on Congress
Posted on March 21, 2004 | Type: In the NewsGas prices are climbing, and Arizonans want to know why.
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New Report: State and Federal Unemployment Insurance Reforms Would Benefit Arizona Workers and Employers
Posted on January 26, 2004 | Type: Press ReleasePHOENIX-In a report released today by the Goldwater Institute, economist William B. Conerly argues that reforming Arizona's unemployment insurance (UI) system would benefit workers, families, and employers, and help the state save money. "This is a win-win situation for Arizonans," said Dr. Conerly. "With a few changes to the system, we can get Arizonans back to work."
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Getting Back to Work: Reforming Unemployment Insurance to Increase Employment
Posted on January 26, 2004 | Type: Policy Report | Author: William B. ConerlyA suitable unemployment insurance (UI) policy should work to promote employment. Essentially unchanged since its inception in the 1930s, the existing UI system actually works against employment. The current system increases average time spent unemployed and leads to a substantial number of temporary layoffs.
