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Needed: An Armey Commission On The Budget, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Needed: An Armey Commission On The Budget, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Murray Weidenbaum Publications
The idea of a balanced budget is a fine start on the path towards governmental fiscal stability. The much harder task comes in identifying the specific spending cuts that should be made and attracting sufficient public support for such tough action. Currently, powerful interest groups are able to push very hard for the particular spending programs that benefit them. One solution to this problem would be to refer budget cuts to a bipartisan, blue-ribbon commission. Congress would then be required to vote up or down on the entire package, without opportunity to make exceptions for specific programs.
Tax Reform: Reconciling Economic Growth And Fairness, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Tax Reform: Reconciling Economic Growth And Fairness, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Murray Weidenbaum Publications
The emerging debate on fundamental tax reform in the United States is focused too narrowly. The key disagreement currently is between promoting economic growth and maintaining fairness via a progressive tax structure. Alarmingly, most of the reform proposals which have gained attention do eliminate the progressivity which has been a long-term hallmark of the federal income tax system. This paper demonstrates that it is possible to achieve both objectives while making basic improvements in the federal revenue structure.
American Isolationism Versus The Global Marketplace, Murray L. Weidenbaum
American Isolationism Versus The Global Marketplace, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Murray Weidenbaum Publications
A growing paradox faces the United States. There is simultaneously a rise in support for isolationism alongside an increasing globalization of business and economic activity. Examined separately, both trends possess a certain logical appeal. After all, given the end of the Cold War, many Americans expect an increased focus on domestic issues, of which there are plenty. At the same time, a global marketplace based on international trade has arrived. This paper examines the tensions these two trends present when placed alongside one another.
Abolish The Department Of Commerce Now, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Abolish The Department Of Commerce Now, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Murray Weidenbaum Publications
Many people believe that the Department of Commerce has outlived its usefulness. Eliminating the whole department is one way for the federal government to reduce unnecessary costs and regulation. Certain divisions that are essential could be slimmed down and moved to other departments.
The Nunn-Domenici Usa Tax: Analysis And Comparisons, Murray L. Weidenbaum
The Nunn-Domenici Usa Tax: Analysis And Comparisons, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Murray Weidenbaum Publications
A comparison showing the pros and cons of different tax plans: the USA Tax Plan, a Flat Tax, Value-Added Tax, and Retail Sales Tax.
Government Policy And Small Business Financing, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Government Policy And Small Business Financing, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Murray Weidenbaum Publications
Small businesses are hurt by government policy and regulation.
It's Time To Cut Government Regulations, Murray L. Weidenbaum, Melinda Warren
It's Time To Cut Government Regulations, Murray L. Weidenbaum, Melinda Warren
Murray Weidenbaum Publications
This piece shows how the costs of regulation affect consumers and recommends that Congress should conduct benefit-cost analyses when proposing regulation.
A New Look At Heath-Care Reform, Murray L. Weidenbaum
A New Look At Heath-Care Reform, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Murray Weidenbaum Publications
The time is ripe for taking a new look at health-care reform. Between a free market and a governmental approach, the operation of market forces often proceeds more rapidly and more effectively in responding to serious problems than do the more ponderous decision-making mechanisms of the public sector. Indeed, often the reduction of governmental impediments to competition represents the most efficient and least costly solution. Medical care is no exception.
It's Time To Cut Government Regulations, Murray L. Weidenbaum, Melinda Warren
It's Time To Cut Government Regulations, Murray L. Weidenbaum, Melinda Warren
Murray Weidenbaum Publications
Congress should establish a committee on regulatory reform. Changes that would be helpful include: 1) require benefit-cost analysis for new regulation; 2) enforce a fixed timetable for agencies to issue permits; 3) emphasize objectives sought rather than precise methods to be used; 4) use risk assessment for achieving environmental, health, and safety protection; and 5) promote regulatory justice.