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The Longshoreman Strike and Its Impact

The ongoing strike of longshoremen at major U.S. ports is a disruption with widespread consequences for American industries, businesses, and, most importantly, taxpayers and families. As the backbone of international trade, American ports handle an immense volume of imports and…

Research

Let Americans Prosper Project: Ensuring Fiscal Sustainability for America’s Future

This commentary was originally published at VanceGinn.com here. It is being republished with permission from the author. Executive Summary The United States faces a critical fiscal crisis due to the lack of robust economic growth and excessive government spending. This leads…

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May Inflation Rates and the Fed: What You Need to Know

The rate of inflation slowed more than anticipated in May, but the Fed’s response holds steady. Inflation numbers for the month of May were officially released today, with the Department of Labor announcing that the Consumer Price Index showed prices…

Commentary

The Ginn Economic Brief: U.S. Economic Situation–May 2024

Unlocking Prosperity: Steering America Back to Free-Market Fundamentals As the latest economic indicators from April 2024 unfold, it’s becoming alarmingly clear that America’s path to prosperity is at a critical juncture. A steadfast return to free-market capitalism with limited government…

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The Ginn Economic Brief: U.S. Economic Situation—March 2024

Highlights Figure 1: Real Average Weekly Earnings Remain Down 4.2% Since January 2021 Source: Fed FRED Labor Market The Bureau of Labor Statistics recently released its U.S. jobs report for February 2024, which was another mixed report with some strengths…

Commentary

The Ginn Economic Brief: U.S. Economic Situation—February 2024

Highlights Figure 1: Real Average Weekly Earnings Remain Down 4.4% Since January 2021 Source: Fed FRED Labor Market The Bureau of Labor Statistics recently released its U.S. jobs report for January 2024, which was another mixed report with some strengths…