ONLINE DEBATES


May 2013

Which policies should California change or adopt to promote economic growth?

Stephen Levy and Ed Ring debate the best way to strengthen the California economy.
April 2013

Are public pension systems on the road to recovery?

Jason Richwine and Keith Brainard debate the state of public pensions across the nation.
May 2012

State Receivership or Bankruptcy: What Leads to the Best Outcomes for Cash Strapped Cities in America?

Steven Greenhut and Michael Stampfler debate the best way to rescue American cities facing fiscal emergencies.
April 2012

Are Dues Check-Off and Agency Shop in the Public Interest?

Daniel DiSalvo and Joseph Slater debate the arguments for and against dues check-off and agency shop legal provisions that benefit public-sector unions.
August 2011

The Parent Trigger: A Positive Step or a Distraction for Improving Our Public Schools?

Ben Boychuk and Julie Cavanagh debate new legislative efforts that enable parents to take over failing schools.
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