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Ginn Economic Brief: Texas’ Path to Prosperity

Ginn Economic Brief: Texas’ Path to Prosperity

Texas continues to lead as an economic powerhouse in the United States, but challenges persist. With the 2025 legislative session around the corner, it’s imperative that lawmakers address rising government spending, high property taxes, and regulatory barriers to...

Ginn Economic Brief: U.S. at an Economic Crossroads

Ginn Economic Brief: U.S. at an Economic Crossroads

As 2024 concludes, the U.S. economy remains at a crossroads. While recent gross domestic product (GDP) revisions suggest stronger growth, the nation faces significant challenges in inflation, debt, and structural problems. Years of reckless government spending,...

A Christmas Message from Texans for Fiscal Responsibility

A Christmas Message from Texans for Fiscal Responsibility

Dear Friends and Fellow Texans, As the year draws to a close and the Christmas season is upon us, I want to take a moment to reflect on the blessings of the past year and share my heartfelt gratitude for each of you—our supporters, advocates, and fellow taxpayers—who...

Will Texas DOGE more spending?

Will Texas DOGE more spending?

State needs a similar effort to Musk’s federal crusade. This commentary was originally published at The Dallas Morning News here. It is being republished with permission from the author. One of the most amazing political phenomena Americans have seen in ages is Elon...

Texas Spending is Out of Control

Texas Spending is Out of Control

Texans know that economic freedom is the foundation of prosperity. Yet, despite Republican control of the Governor’s Office and Legislature since 2003, state and local government spending has grown far too much, burdening taxpayers and stifling even greater economic...

Texas: A Leader in Tax Competitiveness, But Room to Improve

Texas: A Leader in Tax Competitiveness, But Room to Improve

Texas ranks 7th in the 2025 State Tax Competitiveness Index, benefiting from its lack of an individual income tax and a competitive unemployment insurance tax system. However, high property taxes, a complex corporate tax system, and excessive government spending, all...