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Commonwealth Foundation - What is CF?
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The Commonwealth Foundation for Public Policy Alternatives, commonly known as the Commonwealth Foundation or. Is Pennsylvania’s free-market think tank. Our mission is simple:. Transforms free-market ideas into public policies so all Pennsylvanians can flourish. On both sides of the aisle,. Has earned the praise of leaders in Pennsylvania politics and policy:. For a complete listing of CF events, click here. Energy and the Environment. Union and Labor Policy. Be a Social Media Activist.
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Commonwealth Foundation - Page Not Found
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The specific page that you are looking for is no longer available here. It may have been moved - please consider searching the entire site for the page you wish to view. The Commonwealth Foundation is Pennsylvania's free-market think tank. The Commonwealth Foundation transforms free-market ideas into public policies so. Pennsylvanians can flourish . Get PolicyBlog Daily Email Updates. Energy and the Environment. Union and Labor Policy. Be a Social Media Activist. Write a Letter to the Editor.
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Commonwealth Foundation - Silly Talk with Gov. Wolf
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Silly Talk with Gov. Wolf. Silly Talk with Gov. Wolf. AUGUST 6, 2015 by NATHAN BENEFIELD. Gov Tom Wolf appeared on Radio Smart Talk. Yesterday morning. He mostly danced around host Scott LaMars questions—claiming You dont know what I’ve been supporting on pension reform, and comparing legislation to allow private retailers to sell wine to robbing someone’s home. But his answers about the size and impact of his tax proposals were particularly dishonest. Ldquo;That’s not true.”. Those net out.”. A moment l...
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Commonwealth Foundation - Accomplishments
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Helped beat back Gov. Wolfs $4.6 billion tax increases. Beyond his initial proposal, CF helped defeat five additional tax hikes in the course of the months-long budget impasse. In the end, taxpayers celebrated a huge victory: A budget with no tax hikes on hardworking Pennsylvanians. Until 2016, millions of dollars in government union contracts were negotiated behind closed doors and taxpayers werent told the cost until. Believing that every child should be able to attend the best school possible,. Docume...
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Commonwealth Foundation - Wolf Truth Squad: The Dirty Dozen
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Wolf Truth Squad: The Dirty Dozen. Wolf Truth Squad: The Dirty Dozen. JULY 23, 2015 by NATHAN BENEFIELD. Gov Tom Wolf is touring the state, touting an energy tax for education—while omitting several important facts. He's not mentioning that a severance tax will hurt real people with higher utility costs and lost jobs. Nor is he mentioning that his severance tax isn’t dedicated to education. The revenues are going first to pet projects including corporate welfare for alternative energy companies. Personal...
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Commonwealth Foundation - Pittsburgh Mayor Peduto Warns Wolf on Pension Bonds
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Pittsburgh Mayor Peduto Warns Wolf on Pension Bonds. Pittsburgh Mayor Peduto Warns Wolf on Pension Bonds. JULY 30, 2015 by JONATHAN REGINELLA. This week, Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto criticized Gov. Wolf’s plan to sell $3 billion in pension obligation bonds. In a meeting with editors and reporters. The city’s Democratic mayor explained that this same plan nearly led Pittsburgh into bankruptcy and that:. Luckily, there is. And move pensions out of the collective. And Peduto is far from alone in criticizing.
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Commonwealth Foundation - Elizabeth Stelle
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Is a is the Director of Policy Analysis for the Commonwealth Foundation for Public Policy Alternatives. Elizabeth has researched and written on government reform, health care, welfare, energy, and government transparency. Her work has been featured in the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Patriot-News,. And a variety of radio and television programs throughout the commonwealth. Elizabeth is a graduate of Grove City College where she earned a bachelors degree in history. Harrisburg Should Curb Waste, Not Fund It.
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Commonwealth Foundation - Important Education Bills Advance in House
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Important Education Bills Advance in House. Important Education Bills Advance in House. MAY 4, 2015 by JAMES PAUL. In a promising move for Pennsylvania students, the House Education Committee passed two important bills today that will keep effective teachers in the classroom and expand educational options. Sponsored by Rep. Stephen Bloom, passed with a 14-10 vote. This legislation would end seniority-based layoffs. Sponsored by Rep. Jim Christiana, also passed committee by a vote of 18-8. In a promising ...
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Commonwealth Foundation - IFO: Everyone Pays More Under Wolf Tax Shift
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IFO: Everyone Pays More Under Wolf Tax Shift. IFO: Everyone Pays More Under Wolf Tax Shift. APRIL 24, 2015 by NATHAN BENEFIELD. The Independent Fiscal Office (IFO) released a new analysis of Gov. Wolf's tax proposals. Yesterday. What is their most interesting conclusion? Taxpayers in every income bracket will see a net tax increase. The table below breaks down the incidence of tax changes by 2018-19, the first full fiscal year in which all of Wolf's proposals would be in effect. More than $250,000. Colle...
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Commonwealth Foundation - Media Guide
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The Commonwealth Foundation is Pennsylvania's free-market think tank. The Commonwealth Foundation transforms free-market ideas into public policies so all. News Release and Availability. Trapped: 5 Ways Union Contracts Trample Teachers’ Rights. AUGUST 16, 2016 News Release by COMMONWEALTH FOUNDATION. Poll: Union Leaders Out of Touch, Too Powerful. AUGUST 11, 2016 News Release by COMMONWEALTH FOUNDATION. Pennsylvania provides a perfect explanation. Commonwealth Foundation Launches Bi-Weekly Podcast. Chris...
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