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Effective Strategies to Shrink the Deficit
A high-level look at what’s possible The federal deficit is about $1.5–2 trillion per year. We can’t ignore it forever — but the usual arguments (raise taxes, cut benefits) miss the bigger picture. Here’s a smarter path that could shrink the deficit by up to half over time — without hurting families: – Reduce healthcare…
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Why Education Should Drive US Economic Strategy
The United States should focus its economic strategy on education, not broad-based tariffs aimed at job creation. While tariffs may offer short-term political appeal, they are a blunt instrument that misunderstands the realities of the global economy. Many of the jobs lost to globalization were labor-intensive roles that either became automated or shifted offshore to…
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Debt Reduction Through Growth: A Smarter Alternative to Austerity
There’s a Better Way to Reduce Debt Than Austerity The national debt and deficits are real challenges that, if left unchecked, could lead to major economic consequences. However, the approach we’re seeing now—cutting without a clear plan for growth—creates uncertainty and risks slowing the economy. And when the economy shrinks, tax revenues fall, deficits grow,…
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Gas Prices and Politics: The Market, Not Washington, Calls the Shots
Think public policy controls gas prices? Think again. Oil producers aren’t waiting on Washington—they’re making decisions based on profits, not politics. There is little incentive for more than a modest increase in oil production. U.S. oil producers are prioritizing capital discipline and shareholder returns over aggressive expansion. The demand for oil and natural gas is…
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Using Split Tickets to Build a State Level Party Plan
Understanding the intricacies of split ticket voting in Georgia’s legislative districts is paramount for crafting effective state party strategies. This phenomenon reflects a diverse electorate willing to transcend party lines based on candidate qualities, policy stances, and local concerns. Such insights are indispensable for parties seeking to navigate the political landscape of the state. The…
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Leveraging Voter Density for Building an Effective Voter Contact Strategy
In any democratic process, voter engagement is essential for the vitality of the system. One crucial aspect of engaging voters effectively is understanding the distribution of voters across geographical areas, that is the voter density. Voter density provides invaluable insights into where efforts should be concentrated to maximize impact and achieve electoral success. Therefore, incorporating…
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How Much Will It Cost
A reasonable question when contemplating a run for a legislative office is: “How much will it cost to run a successful campaign?” Fortunately, the Georgia Campaign Finance Committee and the Federal Election Commission keeps track of those numbers for us. Lore assembles those numbers and builds a high level picture of the cost of running…
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To Run or Not To Run: Part 2
In part 1 of this series, you created a profile for a State House district that was a Republican stronghold. If you want to review how to create a profile, take a quick look at Part 1. In this post, we will look at a competitive district. Create a profile for a Democratic candidate for the…
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To Run or Not To Run: Part 1
The decision to run for legislative office should consider the competitiveness of the race. Using the Lore App, creating profiles and analyzing election data can inform this decision. For example, in State House District 131, Lore indicates it’s a Republican Party stronghold, highlighting the primary election as the key focus for Republican candidates. This analysis…
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