The Southwest's Spaceport Scorecard
After more than two decades, there’s precious little ‘return’ from all the ‘public investment.’. Is Virgin Galactic finally for real? The politicians and bureaucrats who have subsidized and apologized for Spaceport America for longer than many New Mexicans can remember certainly hope so. Their facility's "anchor tenant"conducted its "first commercial fight" last month, and plans to fly "three private passengers" to "space" next month.
Read full storyPew Charitable Trust Scraps “Consumer Finance” Project After SPPI Debunks Pew’s Findings
The Pew Charitable Trusts has “archived” their Consumer Finance project and reassigned Alex Horrowitz as Project Manager of their Housing Policy Initiative. Earlier this year, the Pew Charitable Trusts released a study that claimed that six of the eight largest banks now offer affordable small loans. In another study, Horowitz wrote: “Pew’s research suggests that in states where payday loan stores don’t exist, would-be borrowers choose other options such as asking friends, negotiating with debtors, or cutting expenses.”
Read full storyEmbracing Universal School Choice: A Win-Win Solution for Arizona Education
In recent discussions surrounding education in Arizona, there has been a growing debate over the implementation of universal school choice programs, particularly the recently adopted Empowerment Scholarship Accounts (ESAs). Critics argue that these programs will bankrupt the state and harm public schools, but a closer examination of the facts reveals a different story. The benefits of universal school choice do not prevent the opposition from leveraging misconceptions and highlighting the allegedly negative impact it can have on Arizona’s education system.
Read full storyTesla Facility Opens on Santa Ana Pueblo with Spectacular Ribbon-Cutting Event
In a momentous occasion today, the highly anticipated Tesla facility officially opened its doors to the public with a grand ribbon-cutting ceremony. The event, attended by hundreds of enthusiastic supporters, marked a significant milestone for both Tesla and the local community.
Read full storyLas Cruces Parents Dissatisfied With Public Education
Parents of Las Cruces Public Schools students are generally dissatisfied with the public school system. What’s the solution?. New survey data recently released by the Southwest Public Policy Institute (SPPI) provides valuable insights into the perceptions of parents regarding various aspects of the educational system. The survey, conducted among parents of Las Cruces Public Schools (LCPS) students, offers a nuanced view of their experiences and opinions. Let’s delve into the key findings and gain a better understanding of the parental perspectives in Las Cruces.
Read full storyThey’re Taking Us for a Ride: It’s Time to End Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying
Taxpayer-funded lobbying has become a pervasive issue in Texas, exemplified by the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) and their lobbying efforts. The Southwest Public Policy Institute (SPPI) recently shed light on the issue, urging for simple yet comprehensive reforms to restore transparency, fairness, and accountability in our democratic processes.
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