Snuff Out Tax Hikes on Cigarettes
Heartland Institute
In most states (but not Virginia) smokers already pay more in taxes than the costs they impose on society. Raising taxes even higher would punish the poor, encourage black markets and potentially lose revenue.
Digital Tax Reform Still Needs Work
Center for Budget and Policy Priorities
Proposed federal legislation would regulate how states and localities tax downloaded movies, music and online services. As currently worded, though, it would reduce state and local revenue.
Immigrant Workers Hit Hardest by Construction Downturn
Economic Policy Institute
Immigrants were hit harder by the construction downturn than native-born Americans. They were more likely to get laid off and to suffer reduced wages.
