Economic Revival? Large retail chains inquire, "What revival?"

Economic Recovery? Big Box Stores Ask “What Recovery?”

Craig HueyEconomics, Government, Congress, and Politics

President Obama claims that the country is better under his administration, and the economy has recovered. And yet major retailers are closing stores all over the country. Granted, new business models and technological advances have forced retails to shift their business strategies and cut costs. But spending is down, too, as consumers cut costs and tighten their budgets following anemic …

Indignation: Corruption Within the Democratic Party

Outrage: Democratic Party Corruption

Craig HueyEconomics, Government, Congress, and Politics

Politics can be corrupt. The politicians try to hide it, but the Republicans, Democrats, and Independents all use unethical strategies, tactics, and money to gain advantage—either for fame or power. But the Democratic Party corruption in the primary race isn’t hidden. It’s so outrageous! In the Democratic Primary for Election 2016, Hillary Clinton has accumulated the higher delegate count, even …

Apple, Headquartered in California, Expands Operations Beyond the State

California-Based Apple is Expanding … But Not In California

Craig HueyEconomics, Government, Congress, and Politics, Social, Taxation

The California Tech sector is growing. In fact, it’s booming. But not in California. For example, Apple will open their next command center—investing $2 billion and hiring 150 engineers and 500 construction workers—in Mesa, Arizona. Why Arizona? Arizona has fewer environmental regulations, and thus fewer fines and fees. Higher taxes and costs of living are pushing middle-income earners out of …

Expansive Government Stifling Millennial Entrepreneurs, Fostering Corporate Ambitions.

Big Government Killing Millenial Entrepreneurs, Fulfilling Corporate Dreams

Craig HueyEconomics, Government, Congress, and Politics

Young people coming out of college are not entering the business/entrepreneurial market. Only 3.6% of all American private businesses are owned by someone under the age of 30. Business start-ups have also declined considerably, compared to the roaring economic growth of the 1980’s. What is killing new businesses before they even begin? Big Government! When I got out of college, …

Developing Nations Outpace US Economic Growth.

US Economic Growth Lags Behind Developing Countries

Craig HueyEconomics, Government, Congress, and Politics

US Economic Growth Lags Behind Developing Countries In the United States, new job growth, rising wages and business expansion have been painfully low. The massive government interventions, excessive taxes (2nd highest in the world) and job killing regulations have slowed our recovery from the 2008 recession. Like a car going 20 miles an hour in a 65 mph zone, we …

ISIS and Human Trafficking

ISIS and Human Trafficking [video]

Craig HueyEconomics, Government, Congress, and Politics, Social

ISIS is kidnapping women and children and selling them to be sex slaves. ISIS trades women and young girls for as little as 10 cigarettes. Some women are sold for weapons or cash. Women are often sold three or four times to different ISIS fighters on the battlefield. Girls as young as 7 have been trafficked. ISIS Islamic theology says …

A Message to College Leaders: Identifying the Funding for Your Gratis Offerings

To College Leader: Who Will Pay for Your Free Stuff? [video]

Craig HueyEconomics, Education, Government, Congress, and Politics

Free tuition. Debt forgiveness. Free books. $15 hour minimum wage. Across America, college kids are joining with the liberal Democrats demanding debt forgiveness…. And free schooling. But how? Who pays? Watch this powerful video: http://video.foxbusiness.com/v/4609384375001/students-want-top-earners-to-pay-their-tuition/?#sp=show-clips What do you think? Email me at [email protected].

Economic strategies focused on central planning by Bernie Sanders and Hillary Clinton

Bernie Sanders and Hillary Clinton – Economic Policies of Central Planning

Craig HueyEconomics, Government, Congress, and Politics

Massive government spending has created an $18 Trillion national debt. We have the highest unemployment since the mid-70’s under President Carter – over 10%. Despite the claims of the President, the recession, for many, has not recovered. This is because massive spending, central planning and regulations have killed job opportunities and business growth. It’s business growth that creates jobs and …

Capitalism vs. Socialism

Capitalism vs. Socialism [video]

Craig HueyEconomics

Capitalism is not about greed. According to author and financial expert Dave Ramsey, it’s about service and opportunity. And hope. What’s more – socialism does not deliver what it promises. Watch Dave Ramsey talk about capitalism vs. socialism and the political climate about it today: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-r3-oWCYM3k What do you think? Email me at [email protected].