The 1997 film Wag the Dog starring Dustin Hoffman and Robert DeNiro centered on a political spin doctor and a Hollywood producer who stage a...
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The Trailblazing Candidate
by Albert Paschall, Senior Commentator, Lincoln Institute I’ve been thinking about running for president. Since Pennsylvania’s upcoming primary is going...
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Times demand PA take a new approach to taxing and spending The economic news over the past few weeks has...
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Charities struggle with a unique set of problems In the aftermath of hurricane Katrina, when many government agencies were slow...
Read MoreEssays on Rebuilding America: The Panic of 2008 Lead, follow or get out of the way
by Col. Frank Ryan, USMC Ret. The markets are reeling. Unheard of 600 point swings in the DOW are now...
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by Albert Paschall, Senior Commentator, Lincoln Institute Undoubtedly had Governor Rendell chosen to work in the private sector he would...
Read MoreBig Brother is Alive and Well
Central planners are working hard in PA The State Planning Board. The name itself evokes images of Soviet style top-down...
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Not anymore, VP selection carries high stakes Even before John McCain’s win last night in the Florida primary, speculation had...
Read MoreIt's the Delegate Race Stupid
PA Presidential Primary could be decided by February 12th As both Republicans and Democrats approach “Super Tuesday” without consensus on...
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The Lincoln Institute’s columnists provide insightful commentary on a wide range of national and state level topics that go beyond talking points to focus on holding government accountable while fostering those policies that create a climate where businesses can grow and expand thus creating good family sustaining jobs for all Americans.