Podcasts about labor policy

Ben Brubeck, Vice President of Regulatory, Labor and State Affairs, Associated Builders and Contractors. President Trump's Economic Agenda, Workforce Shortages, Labor Policy and More

In this episode of Disunion: The Government Union Report, host David Osborne welcomes Steve Delie, Director of Labor Policy at the Mackinac Center for Public Policy, to discuss the continued decline of union membership in both the private and public sectors. They explore why unionization rates are dropping despite high-profile organizing efforts, the impact of the landmark 2018 Janus decision, and how state-level labor reforms—such as opt-in policies and recertification requirements—are reshaping union influence. Steve shares key insights from data-driven research, highlighting the financial and membership challenges unions face post-Janus and what the future may hold for organized labor.Tune in for a deep dive into the numbers, policies, and legal battles shaping the public sector labor landscape.

On today's episode of Uncommon Sense with Ginny Robinson, we're continuing our discussion about the controversial comments from Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy about importing foreign Indian cheap labor slaves to replace hardworking Americans. But this time, we're also shining a spotlight on Elon Musk's alarming behavior on X (formerly Twitter). While touting "free speech," Musk has been banning and demonetizing voices who dare to challenge him or his globalist agenda.Why are these so-called leaders abandoning America First principles? And what does it mean for the future of free speech when even self-proclaimed champions of the First Amendment silence dissent? Tune in for Part 2, where we unpack the truth behind the rhetoric and hold these powerful figures accountable.--https://noblegoldinvestments.com/invest/--Order Culture: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/SLYWFXAB6479S

Well, 2025 is here. And while it came in rather tragically in the South – and we do extend our condolences to the victims of the terrorist attack in New Orleans– the new year also brings a new presidential inauguration. This incoming administration promises big changes both in how government functions and how it funds, and these changes could have immediate effects on the world of grantmaking, philanthropy, and how nonprofits operate generally. As such, my colleagues Mike Watson and Robert Stilson and I thought it might be interesting to make a few suggestions about how some of those changes could play out and which ones we, as an organization, are keeping our eyes on moving forward.Links: SF pays big bucks to nonprofits, fails to properly monitor themConservative nonprofit's proposal points to states as best way to reduce foreign influence in higher edSuperfund Shakedown: Part 1, On to Plan CFollow Trump 45 Labor Policy, Not the Teamsters UnionFollow us on our socials: Twitter: @capitalresearchInstagram: @capitalresearchcenterFacebook: www.facebook.com/capitalresearchcenterYouTube: @capitalresearchcenter

Donald Trump has made quick work of nominating potential cabinet members, and many of those picks – while controversial – are being met with nods – albeit sometimes lukewarm nods -- by both conservative voters and Republican legislators.One pick, however, stands out as being not only controversial but downright anti-conservative. Lori Chavez-DeRemer, Trump's choice for Secretary of Labor, is a nominal Republican but supports legislation like the pro-unionboss PRO Act, and during her single term in Congress, co-sponsored the Public Service Freedom to Negotiate Act, which National Review recently argued “would force the blue-state model of government unions onto red states.”Here to discuss this confusing nomination, why Trump may have chosen her, and what her chances are for confirmation are my colleague and labor expert Mike Watson and Mark Mix, President of the National Right to Work Committee.Links: Lori Chavez-DeRemer Wants to Ban the Red-State ModelPRO Act Just Gives Unions More PowerNational Right To Work CommitteeFollow Trump 45 Labor Policy, Not the Teamsters UnionFollow us on our socials: Twitter: @capitalresearchInstagram: @capitalresearchcenterFacebook: www.facebook.com/capitalresearchcenterYouTube: @capitalresearchcenter

This weeks guest is John Lopez from Chicago Illinois, if you have never seen John on the podcast before, don't miss it! Always a great conversation regarding Labor in the United States and Laws being put in place to change our rights to be self-employed. John's Twitter Bio: Semi-retired 1099 independent contractor on policy, passion for mental health & workers rights. .:: check out John Lopez on Twitter ::. https://x.com/JohnLopez_PPC

How does public union policy impact you? More than you may realize.  Disunion: The Government Union Report's David R. Osborne hosts Miley Smith, Senior Director of Labor Policy at the Illinois Policy Institute to discuss the impact of Illinois' Amendment One - which grants a fundamental right to unionize and expands bargaining rights. Amendment One is unique in its scope and has led to legislative staffers attempting to unionize, despite historical prohibitions. Smith highlights the amendment's potential to override state laws and its implications for collective bargaining, including the right to strike. Additionally, Smith addresses the diversion of union dues to political contributions in swing states, which may conflict with the political preferences of Illinois government workers.

On this week's interview Paul talks to David Osborne of the Pennsylvania-based Commonwealth Foundation. Osborne is Senior Fellow of Labor Policy and helped author the recent report "The Battle for Worker Freedom: Grading the 50-states public sector labor laws." Unsurprisingly New Mexico does not fare very well in the report with a "D-" ranking overall. Paul and David discuss the report, their views on public sector unions, and some history relating to public employee unions and recent policy developments. Check out this important conversation!

 Michigan's U.S. Senate candidates are running on their records regarding labor and economic policy, but they are opposed on the role of electric vehicles.  Democrat Rep. Elissa Slotkin's approach to labor policy focuses primarily on supporting domestic manufacturing. Republican former Representative Mike Roger's approach to labor policy focuses primarily on encouraging innovation and reducing government regulation, particularly for small businesses. Support this podcast: https://secure.anedot.com/franklin-news-foundation/ce052532-b1e4-41c4-945c-d7ce2f52c38a?source_code=xxxxxxFull story: https://www.thecentersquare.com/michigan/article_d15bd68e-6639-11ef-a0d1-4fc2f1f80dab.html

Did you know that a good share of dairy farms and food processors employ migrant laborers? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and Registered Dietitian, Melinda Hemmelgarn for her conversation with Jim Goodman, M.S., retired third-generation dairy farmer, president of the National Family Farm Coalition, and farm activist. Goodman advocates for a farmer-controlled, consumer-oriented food system. He is a frequent contributor of thought-provoking articles on farming, food, politics, trade and labor for Common Dreams. Goodman discusses the corporate-friendly policies that fueled the economic decline in rural America, and pulls back the curtain on Project 2025.Related Websites: https://www.commondreams.org/views/2020/10/30/how-decades-corporate-friendly-farm-policies-wrecked-rural-america-and-paved-way Everyone Owes a Debt to Laborers: https://www.commondreams.org/opinion/we-owe-debt-to-labor Project 2025: https://www.counterpunch.org/2024/06/06/the-gops-stalinesque-plan-2025-to-shape-the-future-of-u-s-food-and-agriculture/print/

In this episode of Techish, Michael and Abadesi discuss the comments made by former Google CEO Eric Schmidt about Google being a laggard in AI due to being 'too soft'. They also talk about the culture of big tech companies and the perception that employees are not working as hard when they work from home. They touch on the importance of vision and hunger for success in driving innovation. The conversation then shifts to the labor law in the UK that prohibits bosses from contacting employees after work hours, and the debate around work-life balance and accessibility. They also discuss the reputation of musician Lauryn Hill and the challenges she faces with ticket sales and her perceived attitude towards fans.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Discussion of Eric Schmidt's Comments on Google's AI Progress02:24 The Flawed Culture of Productivity in Big Tech05:18 Challenges of Maintaining Hunger for Success as a Public Company08:21 The Implications of the UK's Labor Policy in a Startup Environment10:16 Balancing Boundaries and Flexibility in Work-Life Balance13:51 Introduction and Discussion of France's New Law19:29 The Complexities of Idolizing Celebrities: The Case of Lauryn Hill24:30 Gratitude and Respect: The Importance of Valuing Fans and Customers25:22 Setting Boundaries for a Healthy Work-Life BalanceThe Feminine Advantage: An Empowering Series for Women ConsultantsSix must-listen episodes that tackle key challenges for women entrepreneurs.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify————————————————————Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast episode represents the personal opinions and experiences of the presenters and is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It should not be considered professional advice. Neither host nor guests can be held responsible for any direct or incidental loss incurred by applying any of the information. Always do your own research or seek independent advice before making any decisions. ———————————————————— Use the hashtag #Techish on X/Twitter & IGWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@techishpod/Support Techish at https://www.patreon.com/techishAdvertise on Techish: https://goo.gl/forms/MY0F79gkRG6Jp8dJ2————————————————————Stay In Touch:https://www.twitter.com/michaelberhane_https://www.twitter.com/abadesihttps://www.twitter.com/hustlecrewlivehttps://twitter.com/techishpodEmail us at techishpod@gmail.com #techish

In this episode of the Top of Mind podcast, Mike Simonsen sits down with Salim Furth from the Mercatus Center at George Mason University to explore America's housing affordability and supply crisis and the optimistic changes that are under way. About Salim Furth Salim Furth is a Senior Research Fellow and Director of the Urbanity project at the Mercatus Center at George Mason University. His research focuses on housing production and land use regulation. He frequently advises local governments and testifies before state and federal legislatures. He earned his Ph.D. in economics from the University of Rochester. Furth previously worked at the Heritage Foundation, at Amherst College, and as a contractor to HUD. His research has been published in Housing Policy Debate, Critical Housing Analysis, and the IZA Journal of Labor Policy. He serves as an advisor to the board of Texans for Reasonable Solutions and a Better Cities Project Fellow.served as lead independent trustee and eventually board chairman overseeing a multibillion-dollar ETF trust until its sale in early 2024. Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn:  Why an esoteric domain like housing policy and zoning is suddenly in the spotlight in the US What the “Housing Theory of Everything” is and why it's important Why the housing shortage isn't confined to the United States and which countries are tackling it Why NIMBYism is a universal human (or at least Anglophile) value The shocking extent of our under-construction Which simple zoning and regulation changes are making impact around the country Which cities and states are doing the best work in housing Whether increased immigration helps or hurts housing affordability Which tax law changes are most effective What will happen if the population declines The optimistic and pessimistic scenarios for residential real estate, affordability and supply in the longer term future Conclusions and insights from his recent “Laying Foundations” paper about the 50 most recent legislative efforts around the country Resources mentioned in this episode: Salim Furth | LinkedIn Salim Furth | X Mercatus Center Salim Furth | Mercatus Center Mike Simonsen | LinkedIn Altos Research Featuring Mike Simonsen, President of Altos Research A true data geek, Mike founded Altos Research in 2006 to bring data and insight on the U.S. housing market to those who need it most. The company now serves the largest Wall Street investment firms, banks, and tens of thousands of real estate professionals around the country. Mike's insights on the market have been featured in Forbes, New York Times, Bloomberg, Dallas Morning News, Seattle PI, and many other national media outlets. Follow us on Twitter for more data analysis and insights: Altos on Twitter Mike on Twitter About Altos Research The Top of Mind Podcast is produced by Altos Research. Each week, Altos tracks every home for sale in the country - all the pricing, and all the changes in pricing - and synthesizes those analytics to make them available before becoming visible through traditional channels. Schedule a demo to see Altos in action. You can also get a copy of our free eBook: How To Use Market Data to Build Your Real Estate Business.

Mailee Smith, the senior director of labor policy at the Illinois Policy Institute, joins the Steve Cochran Show to provide an in-depth analysis of the Chicago Teachers Union contract and demands.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

DAVID OSBORNE OF THE COMMONWEALTH FOUNDATION JOINS DAWN LIVE! DAVID EXPANDS ON THE STATE OF ANTISEMITISM IN PA AND NATIONWIDE - AND THE IMPACT BEHIND BIDEN AND HIS HANDLING OF THE STATE OF AFFAIRS IN THE US CURRENTLY FOLLOWING THE MIDDLE EAST CONFLICT... DAVID ALSO EXPANDS ON JOSH SHAPIRO, HIS POLITICAL GOALS, AND THE ROADBLOCKS ON HIS STANCE AROUND LIFELINE SCHOLARSHIPS AND THE POLICE UNION...  The National Education Association (NEA), the largest labor union in the United States, recently released a poll question to thousands of educators that contained very clear antisemitic overtones. The NEA included the question within its May 2024 National Educator Survey. The poll question states: Below are some statements about Joe Biden. For each one, please indicate whether this statement raises very serious concerns, serious concerns, minor concerns, or no real concerns about Joe Biden. Biden has given Benjamin Netanyahu billions of dollars in weapons, including 2,000-pound bombs that have killed tens of thousands of civilians in Gaza. He continues to support Israel's war in Gaza even though they've killed 14,000 children and babies and children are starving to death, according to the United Nations. Very serious concernsSerious concernsMinor concernsNo real concernsNot sure   David R. Osborne is the Senior Fellow for Labor Policy with the Commonwealth Foundation. David is an attorney with on-the-ground experience advocating for teachers, firefighters, and other public employees mistreated by union officials. Before joining the Commonwealth Foundation, David was the CEO of Americans for Fair Treatment, a nonprofit organization that supports, educates, and empowers public employees to exercise their First Amendment rights. He also served as President & General Counsel of the Fairness Center, a nonprofit, public-interest law firm providing free legal representation to those hurt by public sector union officials, and as a Presidential appointee to the Federal Service Impasses Panel, which resolves labor impasses between federal agencies and federal employee unions. David earned his Juris Doctor (JD) at Florida State University College of Law and holds bachelor's degrees in political science and radio/television communications from the University of Central Florida. David has been happily married since 2004 and they are proud parents to four beautiful children. Tune in weekdays 10 AM - 12 PM EST on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT; or on the Audacy app!

Jonathan Williams, Chief Economist and Executive Vice President of Policy at the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC), discusses the annual report 'Rich States, Poor States' and the economic competitiveness of different states. The report ranks states based on factors such as taxes, regulation, and labor policy. The top 10 states in the ranking are generally governed by fiscally conservative legislators and governors, with nine out of 10 having Republican governors. The report highlights the success stories of states that have implemented tax cuts and limited government, leading to economic growth and job creation. It also addresses the impact of the elimination of the state and local tax (SALT) deduction and the potential expiration of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Wednesday & Friday. For more visit JobCreatorsNetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mailee Smith, Senior Director of Labor Policy at the Illinois Policy Institute, joins Lisa Dent to discuss The Chicago Teachers Union leaked collective bargaining proposal which includes more than 700 demands.

It might be America's worst teachers' union—and knowing American teachers' unions, that's saying something. Since its takeover by a radical-left-wing, militant caucus in 2010, the Chicago Teachers Union has pushed a radical-left agenda through numerous strike actions and controversially aided the mayoral campaign of Brandon Johnson, a former lobbyist for the union, in the city. Just last month, the union allegedly used school time to rally students to vote for a tax hike ballot measure supported by the union and now-Mayor Johnson. Joining us to discuss the Chicago Teachers Union is Mailee Smith, Senior Director of Labor Policy at the Illinois Policy Institute.Links: CHICAGO TEACHERS UNION CONTRACT DEMANDS ABOUT POLITICS, BOSSES' POWERILLINOIS POLICY INSTITUTE ETHICS COMPLAINT: CHICAGO TEACHERS UNION PRESSURED STUDENTS TO VOTE ‘YES' ON TAX HIKEWHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THE CHICAGO TEACHERS UNIONKaren G. J. LewisChicago Teachers UnionTeachers' Unions vs. Teachers, Parents, and Children: The COVID-19 LessonIt's Time to Get MadFollow us on our Socials: Twitter: @capitalresearchInstagram: @capitalresearchcenterFacebook: www.facebook.com/capitalresearchcenterYouTube: @capitalresearchcenter

Professor Orly Lobel discusses her book "The Equality Machine" and how to use AI to harness a brighter, more inclusive future. Orly is a renowned tech policy scholar and the Director of the Center for Employment and Labor Policy at the University of San Diego. She is a member of the American Law Institute, a former Israeli military data analyst, and Supreme Court clerk. Why should we be optimistic about AI's future? Listen here to find out. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? DigitalTransformationPodcast.net/guest

DAVID OSBORNE - SENIOR FELLOW OF THE COMMONWEALTH FOUNDATION JOINS DAWN LIVE!  David breaks down the latest report from the Commonwealth Foundation..  Public Sector Unions are Most Prominent Where Workers' Rights are Limited David breaks down the numbers in PA and Nationwide as Union leadership isn't always working in the interest of the worker..  David R. Osborne is the Senior Fellow for Labor Policy with the Commonwealth Foundation. David is an attorney with on-the-ground experience advocating for teachers, firefighters, and other public employees mistreated by union officials. Before joining the Commonwealth Foundation, David was the CEO of Americans for Fair Treatment, a nonprofit organization that supports, educates, and empowers public employees to exercise their First Amendment rights. He also served as President & General Counsel of the Fairness Center, a nonprofit, public-interest law firm providing free legal representation to those hurt by public sector union officials, and as a Presidential appointee to the Federal Service Impasses Panel, which resolves labor impasses between federal agencies and federal employee unions. David earned his Juris Doctor (JD) at Florida State University College of Law and holds bachelor's degrees in political science and radio/television communications from the University of Central Florida. David has been happily married since 2004 and they are proud parents to four beautiful children. Tune in weekdays 10 AM - 12 PM EST on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT; or on the Audacy app!

In this episode, Chuck Kasky, Maryland REALTORS® CEO, dives deep into housing policy with Dr. Salim Furth, Senior Research Fellow and Director of the Urbanity project at the Mercatus Center at George Mason University, and Lisa May, Maryland REALTORS® Director of Advocacy and Public Policy.Listen as Chuck, Salim, and Lisa examine the issues of zoning, housing costs, and the effects on Maryland first-time homebuyers. Salim breaks down the intricacies of gentrification and the impact it has on regional affordability and local affordability. Additionally, Lisa discusses the ambitious policy proposed by the Moore administration that may begin to address the lack of housing in Maryland.Salim Furth is a Senior Research Fellow and Director of the Urbanity project at the Mercatus Center at George Mason University. His research focuses on housing production and land use regulation and has been published in Housing Policy Debate, Critical Housing Analysis, and the IZA Journal of Labor Policy. He has testified before several state legislatures as well as the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives. He frequently advises local government officials on zoning reform and housing affordability.Furth's writing has appeared in National Affairs, American Affairs, The City, Public Discourse, and numerous newspapers. He previously worked at the Heritage Foundation, at Amherst College, and as a contractor to HUD. He earned his Ph.D. in economics from the University of Rochester.Featured Research"Single-Family Zoning and Race: Evidence From the Twin Cities." Published in Housing Policy Debate."California Zoning: Housing Construction and a New Ranking of Local Land Use Regulation." (Salim Furth & Olivia Gonzalez)

Rebecca Damon, Executive Director of New York Local, Labor Policy and International Affairs for SAG-AFTRA tells Catherine Woo about the recent SAG-AFTRA strike and its aftermath, including how new members and supporters can get involved. They talk about the importance of advocacy and solidarity to pave the way for the next generation of artists. Lisa Takauchi Cullen is the President of the WGA East and represents marginalized writers as co-chair of the Committee for Inclusion and Equity and founder of the Salon network of affinity groups; she also started and runs Diverse Writers of the East, databases of underrepresented WGAE and Pre-WGA writers. She and Catherine discuss protections for writers and building community before and after joining the Guild. This week's hosts discuss Sundance and give viewing recommendations. In Katie's Korner, Senior Director of Community & Public Relations Katie Chambers tells us about NYWIFT's Science in Motion series at BAM.  To be featured on the podcast email us at communications@nywift.org. For more great content go to NYWIFT.org. Special thanks to⁠ Elspeth Collard⁠, the creator of our podcast theme song. Social Media: NYWIFT: Instagram:⁠⁠ @NYWIFT⁠⁠ / Twitter/X⁠⁠ @NYWIFT⁠⁠  /  #NYWIFT REBECCA DAMON: Instagram: @rebeccadamon / Twitter/X: @RebeccaDamonNYC / Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebecca.damon  SAG AFTRA NY: Instagram: @SAGAFTRA  / Twitter/X: @SAGAFTRANY / Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SagAftraNy  LISA TAKEUCHI CULLEN: Twitter/X: @LisaCullen / Instagram: @Lisa_Yakeuchi_Cullen WGA EAST: Instagram: @WGAEast / Twitter/X: @WGAEast / Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WGAEast  

Guest David Osbourne, Senior Fellow of Labor Policy at Commonwealth Foundation, joins to discuss public labor unions funding Democrat candidates. Are they representing workers, or just a fundraising branch of the Democrat party?  Epstein Island visitation list released. Who's on it? Will we see anything come of it? 

DAVID OSBORNE OF COMMONWEALTH FOUNDATION JOINS DAWN LIVE! HE EXPANDS ON THE REPORT CLAIMING THAT GOV SHAPIRO WAS THE LARGEST RECIPIENT OF PUBLIC UNION MONEY IN THE NATION...  Government Unions Spent Over $708 Million on Near-Exclusively Leftist CausesNew research shows public-sector unions have become cash cows to advance progressive politics. Harrisburg, Pa., December 7, 2023 — The four largest public-sector unions—the National Education Association (NEA), the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME), and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU)—spent $708.8 million on political activities across the country during the 2021-22 election cycle, according to a new report from the Commonwealth Foundation. The research combines campaign finance data at the state and federal levels with union tax filings to paint a complete picture of public-sector union political activity. The report, titled "The Battle for Worker Freedom: How Government Unions Fund Politics Across the Country," exposes the substantial influence that public-sector union executives have in shaping the national political landscape and advocating for a progressive agenda in red and blue states. Its findings, moreover, challenge the typical union narrative that membership dues are not used for politics. Government union political action committee (PAC) contributions accounted for just 40 percent of political spending, with union membership dues accounting for the remaining 60 percent. In many states, union dues are deducted automatically through taxpayer-funded public payroll systems, raising serious questions about union executives' accountability to membership, who may be unaware of their role in funding executives' political projects. David R. Osborne is the Senior Fellow for Labor Policy with the Commonwealth Foundation. David is an attorney with on-the-ground experience advocating for teachers, firefighters, and other public employees mistreated by union officials. Before joining the Commonwealth Foundation, David was the CEO of Americans for Fair Treatment, a nonprofit organization that supports, educates, and empowers public employees to exercise their First Amendment rights. He also served as President & General Counsel of the Fairness Center, a nonprofit, public-interest law firm providing free legal representation to those hurt by public sector union officials, and as a Presidential appointee to the Federal Service Impasses Panel, which resolves labor impasses between federal agencies and federal employee unions. Tune in 10 AM - 12 PM EST weekdays on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT; or on the Audacy app!

Let's talk vermin. Rolling out the red carpet is a cleaned up San Francisco street for the architect of. covid and fentanyl. China Joe sure loves his benefactor. Dr Andrew G Huff is here to discuss what Biden ignores: The Truth about Wuhan: How I Uncovered the Biggest Lie in History  Freedom Foundation: Allison Beattie is Director of Labor Policy, a Florida native, graduate of Florida State University College of Law. She's working closely with Rusty on the Miami-Dade campaign to oust the old teachers union and help establish a new independent, apolitical association. She has also filed unfair labor practices against a principal and union organizer who is trotting union representatives through the schools -- during school hours and interrupting classroom time -- to intimidate the teachers into signing back up for membership! Attorney and Chairman of Americans for Fair Taxation, Steve Hayes is here to discuss The Rise and Fall of the World's Most Successful Joint Venture --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-buff-show/support

After giving you some history of the evil beginnings of compulsory public education from the 1850's onward, we fast-foward to today, where Chicago Teachers Union and the Illinois Federation of Teachers are attempting to kill off a privately-funded, but publicly-accessible scholarship program for school choice called the "Invest in Kids" scholarship. Joining me to talk about the CTU's role in all of this, as well as why what happens here matters to what's happening in your neighborhood, your city, your state is Mailee Smith, a staff attorney and Senior Director of Labor Policy at the Illinois Policy Institute.Guest Info: https://www.google.com/search?gs_ssp=eJzj4tVP1zc0TKs0LTCxNMwzYPTiyU3MzElNVSjOzSzJAAB9bwkI&q=mailee+smith&oq=mailee&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqBwgBEC4YgAQyBggAEEUYOzIHCAEQLhiABDINCAIQLhivARjHARiABDIGCAMQRRhAMgYIBBAjGCcyBggFECMYJzIHCAYQABiABDIGCAcQRRg90gEIMzA1M2owajeoAgCwAgA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8Background Links:$1.5 Million Lobbying since June by Illinois Teachers: https://www.illinoispolicy.org/teachers-unions-hand-nearly-1-5-million-to-lawmakers-ahead-of-invest-in-kids-vote/Majority of IFT Spending Goes to Chicago: https://www.illinoispolicy.org/reports/majority-of-ift-spending-goes-to-chicago/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's show, Senator Brian Dahle discusses takeaways from Biden's long-awaited meeting with Xi. Later, Maxford Nelson discusses Jeff Bezos moving out of Washington State to Florida, fleeing the new capital gains tax the state supreme court greenlit this summer. GUEST 1 OVERVIEW: Senator Brian Dahle represents the 1st Senate District in California.  GUEST 2 OVERVIEW: Maxford Nelsen is the Freedom Foundation's Director of Labor Policy. In this capacity, Max regularly testifies on labor issues before local governments and the state legislature. Max's research has formed the basis of several briefs submitted to the U.S. Supreme Court.  

In this week's episode of Breaking Battlegrounds, we're honored to host Carla Sands, former U.S. Ambassador to the Kingdom of Denmark and current Vice Chair at the America First Policy Institute. She brings unparalleled insights into pressing global issues, including ambassadors' advocacy for Israel and the dynamic role of ambassadors in conflicts similar to those in Israel and Ukraine. Join us for a comprehensive discussion on the risks associated with Biden's energy plan, featuring facts and figures that shed light on it all. Later in the show, we welcome back Attorney General Austin Knudsen, addressing his recent reelection bid for Attorney General, the constitutional implications of Hawaii's gun ban, and the support for a mother suing a school district for hiding her child's gender transition. Wrapping up, we have a special podcast feature with labor law and policy expert Vinnie Vernuccio, exploring deceptive salting loopholes in unions and their impact on the workforce. Plus, don't miss Kiley's Corner, where Kiley provides updates on the Idaho 4 murder case and reports on the suspicions surrounding the suicides of four Los Angeles Sheriff Department deputies within a 24-hour span on Monday. It's a power-packed episode you won't want to miss!-Connect with us:www.breakingbattlegrounds.voteTwitter: www.twitter.com/Breaking_BattleFacebook: www.facebook.com/breakingbattlegroundsInstagram: www.instagram.com/breakingbattlegroundsLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/breakingbattlegrounds-About our guestsAmbassador Carla Sands is currently the Vice Chair, the Center for Energy & Environment, America First Policy Institute, and also leads AFPI's Pennsylvania Chapter. She previously served as U.S. Ambassador to the Kingdom of Denmark which includes Greenland, and the Faroe Islands from 2017-2021.During her tenure, she and her team increased U.S. exports to Denmark by 45% according to MIT's Observatory of Economic Complexity.  Her number one goal as ambassador was to increase U.S. national security by establishing a consulate in Greenland. By working with the inter-agency and Congress, her goal was realized in 2020.Additionally, she successfully executed trade and cooperation agreements with Greenland and the Faroe Islands to counter Russian and Chinese malign influence. In 2021 she was awarded the Department of Defense's highest civilian honor, the Medal for Distinguished Public Service.In 2015-2017 Carla served as Chairman of Vintage Capital Group and its subsidiary company Vintage Real Estate which specialized in the acquisition and development of regional malls and shopping centers across the country.Before an orderly wind-down of the company starting in 2018, Vintage Real Estate had a portfolio that included 13 properties with 4.3 million square feet invested in underperforming assets. The team was vertically integrated with in-house leasing, development, and property management.Early brief careers included film acting and practice as a 3rd generation Doctor of Chiropractic. Carla pursued her undergraduate education at Indiana University of Pennsylvania, and Elizabethtown College where she studied pre-med and earned her Doctor of Chiropractic from Life Chiropractic College.Carla is currently a board member of the Parliamentary Intelligence-Security Forum and serves on the advisory boards of Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue, and the International Women's Forum. She has served on many charitable and philanthropic boards.-Attorney General Austin Knudsen grew up on his family farm and ranch just outside of Bainville (in the far northeast corner of Montana) where they grew wheat, sugar beets and raised angus cattle. Austin was a 4-H kid, raising steers to show at the fair, and volunteering at community events. He participated in Future Farmers of America (FFA) throughout high school. In fact, Austin met his wife, Christie, while they both served as FFA State Officers during their freshman year of college at Montana State University-Bozeman.Austin put himself through college in Bozeman working jobs at the local butcher shop and a hardware store, and each summer he returned to work on the farm and ranch. Austin and Christie were married shortly after graduation and moved to Missoula where Austin earned his law degree from the University of Montana. Their oldest daughter Leah was born in between Austin's first and second years of law school and they were later blessed with a son, Connor, and their youngest daughter, Reagan.After law school, Austin and Christie moved their family back to the farm and ranch where they knew they could instill in their children strong Montana values. Austin worked at a law firm in Plentywood before opening his own practice in Culbertson.In 2010, Austin was elected to serve as the Representative for House District 34, defeating a two-term incumbent Democrat in what was one of the most expensive State House races in Montana history. Having quickly noticed the extent of the disconnect between Helena bureaucrats and political insiders and the rest of the people across Montana, Austin took on leadership roles within his caucus and was elected Speaker Pro Tempore (deputy Speaker) in just his second session of service.-F. Vincent Vernuccio, president and co-founder of Institute for the American Worker, brings over 15 years of expertise in labor law and policy. Vernuccio holds advisory positions with several organizations, including senior fellow with the Mackinac Center. Vernuccio served on the U.S. Department of Labor transition team for the Trump Administration and as a member of the Federal Service Impasses Panel. Under former President George W. Bush, he served as special assistant secretary for administration and management in the Department of Labor. He has advised state and federal lawmakers and their staff on a multitude of labor-related issues, and testified before the United States House of Representatives Subcommittee on Federal Workforce, Postal Service and Labor Policy. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit breakingbattlegrounds.substack.com

On today's show, Maxford Nelson discusses the First Amendment in the fight to prevent government employee unions from unlawfully taking money from public workers' paychecks by illegally forging signatures on membership applications. Later, Mark Powell discusses the impending deadline following a $1.8 billion verdict regarding the 6% real estate commission. GUEST 1 OVERVIEW: Maxford Nelson is the Director of Labor Policy at the Freedom Foundation, a non-profit policy think tank in Washington State. Tweets are my own. GUEST 2 OVERVIEW: Mark Powell, Real Estate Broker and Owner of Discovery Property Group, also the 2024 President-Elect for the San Diego Association of Realtors.  

Morris Kleiner, the AFL-CIO Chair in Labor Policy at the Humphrey School of Public Affairs at the University of Minnesota and arguably the world's leading authority on occupational licensing, joins the podcast to discuss how he became an economist, the origins of occupational licensing in the 19th and 20th centuries, how since WW2 it's become a major barrier to economic opportunity in the U.S., and how there is some hope for a growing tide of policy initiatives in the early 21st century seeking to relax occupational licensing regulations.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/economics

Morris Kleiner, the AFL-CIO Chair in Labor Policy at the Humphrey School of Public Affairs at the University of Minnesota and arguably the world's leading authority on occupational licensing, joins the podcast to discuss how he became an economist, the origins of occupational licensing in the 19th and 20th centuries, how since WW2 it's become a major barrier to economic opportunity in the U.S., and how there is some hope for a growing tide of policy initiatives in the early 21st century seeking to relax occupational licensing regulations.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Morris Kleiner, the AFL-CIO Chair in Labor Policy at the Humphrey School of Public Affairs at the University of Minnesota and arguably the world's leading authority on occupational licensing, joins the podcast to discuss how he became an economist, the origins of occupational licensing in the 19th and 20th centuries, how since WW2 it's become a major barrier to economic opportunity in the U.S., and how there is some hope for a growing tide of policy initiatives in the early 21st century seeking to relax occupational licensing regulations.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Delie, Director of Labor Policy at the Mackinac Center for Public Policy, a free market think tank, joins the show to discuss why he believes the UAW strikes might "drive the Big Three off a cliff."

Professor Orly Lobel discusses her book "The Equality Machine" and how to use AI to harness a brighter, more inclusive future. Orly is a renowned tech policy scholar and the Director of the Center for Employment and Labor Policy at the University of San Diego. She is a member of the American Law Institute, a former Israeli military data analyst, and Supreme Court clerk. Why should we be optimistic about AI's future? Listen here to find out. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest?

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, we are joined by Congressman John Rutherford of Florida's Fifth Congressional District and Vincent Vernuccio, a senior fellow at the Mackinac Center for Public Policy.-John Rutherford (FL-05) is serving his third term in the U.S. House of Representatives. He sits on the House Ethics Committee and House Appropriations Committee, where he serves on three subcommittees: Homeland Security, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, and Transportation and Housing and Urban Development.John has lived in Jacksonville, Florida since 1958, and attended Florida Junior College and Florida State University where he studied Criminology. He is a graduate of the FBI National Academy, 171st Session and the National Executive Institute. He began his career in law enforcement in 1974 as a patrolman in the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office, working his way up through the JSO where he eventually served as Director.In 2003, 2007, and 2011, John was elected Sheriff of Duval County. For three terms and twelve years, John ran a 3,200 employee office, and due to his effective leadership, homicide and overall violent crime in Jacksonville dropped to a 40-year low. Using a model of intelligence-led and community-based policing, John and his team of law enforcement professionals dramatically improved neighborhoods and prevented crime throughout the community. He also made the mental health component of the criminal justice system a priority, reducing the recidivism rates of the mentally ill and facilitating their treatment. John also served as Chair of the Legislative Committee for Florida Sheriff's Association, where he advocated before the legislature for policies that strengthened constitutional rights, supported our law enforcement, and enhanced public safety across the state.John has been happily married to his wonderful wife Pat for fifty years. They enjoy their two children, six grandchildren and great grandson, and they are also devoted members of Assumption Catholic Church in Jacksonville.-F. Vincent Vernuccio is a senior fellow at the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. He served as the Mackinac Center's director of labor policy between 2012 and 2017.Vernuccio is a graduate of the Ave Maria School of Law in Ann Arbor, Mich. Under President George W. Bush he served as special assistant to the assistant secretary for administration and management in the Department of Labor.Vernuccio has published articles and op-eds in such newspapers and magazines as The Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Investor's Business Daily, The Washington Times, National Review, Forbes and The American Spectator. He has been cited in several books, and he is a frequent contributor on national television and radio shows, such as "Your World" with Neil Cavuto and Varney and Company.Vernuccio is a sought-after voice on labor panels nationally and in Washington, D.C. and as a regular guest on Fox News channels.He has advised senators and congressmen on a multitude of labor-related issues. He testified before the United States House of Representatives Subcommittee on Federal Workforce, Postal Service and Labor Policy.-Connect with us:www.breakingbattlegrounds.voteTwitter: www.twitter.com/Breaking_BattleFacebook: www.facebook.com/breakingbattlegroundsInstagram: www.instagram.com/breakingbattlegroundsLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/breakingbattlegrounds This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit breakingbattlegrounds.substack.com

Guest Mailee Smith, Attorney and Director of Labor Policy at the Illinois Policy Institute

Morris Kleiner, the AFL-CIO Chair in Labor Policy at the Humphrey School of Public Affairs at the University of Minnesota and arguably the world's leading authority on occupational licensing, joins the podcast to discuss how he became an economist, the origins of occupational licensing in the 19th and 20th centuries, how since WW2 it's become a major barrier to economic opportunity in the U.S., and how there is some hope for a growing tide of policy initiatives in the early 21st century seeking to relax occupational licensing regulations.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Max Nelsen, Director of Labor Policy at the Freedom Foundation, discusses his stunning report that showed that $36 Million of COVID PPP money intended for small business relief during the early days of lockdowns went to 200 unions, including teacher unions, that were ineligible to receive the money. Nelsen comments that the “American labor movement today, is not the American Labor movement of 100 years ago”. It is not “hard hats, or coal miners”, but rather is made up of “government employees”, with “teacher unions” making up the biggest group. Adding that the reports findings were “extra frustrating” because unions have become mostly “political organizations”, and primarily the unions that applied and received the PPP money, were the same unions “advocating for these government lockdowns that necessitated the need for these relief programs in the first place.” Commenting, the organizations took “money off the table” from “struggling mom and pop down the street” that were “just trying to keep their doors open through this unprecedented government imposed lockdown situation”, while the state and local governments were “awash in money” and never laid anyone off.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.