pennsylvania legislature: Philadelphia Metropolis

Privatizing the LCB

Although it generates tons of cash, the dirty little secret about the Pennsylvania Liquor Control system is that it does not produce much in the way of profits. Out of $1.5 billion in sales, the LCB ended with a net... (Comments)

Exploit and Escape?

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Failure to Engage

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Vouchers for Education

Vouchers for education has the look of an idea whose time has come in Pennsylvania. After a decade in exile, the idea has new currency, thanks mostly to the arrival of Gov. Tom Corbett, who favors vouchers. There always has... (Comments)

Taxes No, Tax Reform Si

Repeat after me: There will be no tax increases in Pennsylvania.  There will be NO tax increases in Pennsylvania. That's the message - clear and direct - you can expect from new Gov. Tom Corbett in his inaugural speech this... (Comments)