The Wonk Salon, September 1, 2011

Big Labor vs. the Taxpayers – A New Index
Competitive Enterprise Institute
In a ranking of union power in the 50 states, Virginia comes out 11th “best,” as in, least hospitable to unions. Turns out, there’s no ban on Project Labor Agreements nor a requirement for a secret ballot in union elections.

Coming Up: Consumer-Operated Health Plans
Urban Institute
Tired of greedy insurance companies ripping you off with over-priced health plans? Start your own. Obamacare will subsidize you. Just be fore-warned: It may not be as easy as it looks.