The Wonk Salon, August 9, 2011

How to Run Off Rich People in Three Easy Steps
Mercatus Center
Sick of all those millionaires and billionaires stinkin’ up your state? Just run them off in three easy steps: (1) Raise personal income tax rates, (2) lower the “high income” threshold for the top rate, and (3) jack up property tax rates.

Public-Private Partnerships for School Facilities
American Enterprise Institute
If you’re not ready to privatize school management, consider privatizing the management of school facilities. Outsource extraneous services such as parking, dining, upkeep and energy maintenance and let the educators focus on their core competencies, educating students.