March 15, 2025

guest column

Property

REP WEISSMAN: Here’s a plan to keep local property tax control local

After years of increasing home values, no one loves property taxes, but they are how we fund our schools, counties, and “special districts” that fight fires, provide drinking water, maintain parks and libraries and more. As Supreme Court Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr. put it over 100 years ago “Taxes are what we pay for

Read More
Finance

GUEST COLUMN: Of Finance, Of Nation-creation, Of Citizenship

Recently, surfing through YouTube as is my wont (wonky word; love it!), I could not help but click the cursor on yet another illuminating interview with that economics eminence, professor Michael Hudson. The man’s acumen and breadth of knowledge in the area of all things economics appears to have few peers. He’s written, at last

Read More
We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept All”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent. View more
Accept
Decline