Dr. Daniel Sutter: Is it possible to control entitlement spending before a financial crisis?
The national debt is projected to surpass $36 trillion, with an additional $1.9 trillion expected in 2025. Critics contend that entitlement programs like Social Security and Medicare may face significant changes that could lead to financial difficulties for many. Is there a way to trim spending related to these programs? First off, it’s essential to […]
John Wahl supports measures to establish financial protection for local libraries in the state.
Alabama Senate Protects Library Funding Recently, the Alabama Senate approved measures in the 2026 Education Budget aimed at safeguarding local libraries throughout the state. This move ensures that Alabama’s library grants will continue, even if federal funding is cut. The Chamber of Commerce’s decision reflects growing concerns that federal grants for museums and libraries might […]
Helena’s financial issues lead to calls for tax increases before the elections
Helena is gearing up for upcoming elections while grappling with significant budget issues, leading officials to consider a 1-cent increase in sales tax, pushing it from 9% to 10%. This increase is anticipated to raise around $2 million annually, aimed at bolstering public services and infrastructure projects. During a recent City Council work session, Councillor […]
Tuscaloosa officials take oath as Mayor Maddox shares a new financial plan.
The city and school officials officially began their terms on May 19 at a joint inauguration ceremony held at the Tuscaloosa River Market. This event marked the start of a new four-year term for all seven city council members, the eight members of the Tuscaloosa City Board of Education, and Mayor Walt Maddox. A new […]
Tennessee State signs financial operating agreement with state
Tennessee State University, the state’s only land grant university, has signed a memorandum of understanding with the state designed to strengthen the school’s finances. (Photo: John Partipilo/Tennessee Lookout) Tennessee State closed its operating agreement with the state on Tuesday, bolstering its finances after nearly a year of upsurge in shortfall. A few days after the […]
Showdown over Planned Parenthood funding lands at Supreme Court amid abortion provider’s financial struggles
The Supreme Court will consider Wednesday whether the state can restrict planned custody from receiving Medicaid dollars. The incident, which stems from South Carolina’s efforts to end participation in the 2018 South Carolina Medicaid program, could clear ways to eliminate taxpayer funds for abortion providers facing the attachment of financial struggles. “All the money that […]
FACT CHECK: No, Warren Buffett Did Not Say ‘Trump Is Making The Best Financial Decisions In 50 Years’
Posts Share on Facebook President Trump said he was calling for Warren Buffett’s chairman and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway. [is] Making [the] The best financial decision of 50 years. ” Verdict: False An advanced search for Buffett’s verified X account @warrenbuffett does not generate this statement, and there is no other evidence to suggest that […]
In Case You Forgot When Every Financial Writer Mocked Elon’s X Purchase
Tesla co-founder Elon Musk suffered a flood of criticism when he bought Twitter, but his move appears to be paying off. Many advertisers have left X and are contributing to a decline in total revenue, but we are now more profitable than before Musk took over. The company generated $5 billion in revenue in 2021. […]
‘A Huge Win’: Woke ‘Cartel’ Of Financial Giants Dealt Death Blow 11 Days Before Trump Takes Office
According to the Financial Times (FT), asset management giant BlackRock sent a letter to institutional investors on Thursday announcing its withdrawal from the emissions-focused investor group. The company is manage With more than $10 trillion, it is a leader in environmental, social and governance (ESG) investing and has left the Net Zero Asset Managers (NZAM) […]
How a Trump term could impact California’s LGBTQ+ students, financial aid
Look for another change in how the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights operates in enforcing Title IX, the federal law that prohibits sexual discrimination by educational institutions receiving federal funding. Let’s see. Title VI prohibits prejudice based on race, color, or national origin. The Trump administration is expected to reverse the Biden administration’s […]
