Can Arizona Stop the Service Industry’s Grim Reaper?
Republicans on Arizona’s House Commerce Committee—with no help from Democrats—voted this week to pass an amended version of SCR 1040—now titled the Tipped Workers Protection Act—which would give Arizonans an opportunity to affirmatively defend restaurant and other hourly workers from an effort that will destroy the current system that rewards hard work and quality service. […]
CFFE Statement: Tipped Workers Protection Act Advances in State Legislature
PHOENIX, AZ – Citizens for Free Enterprise released the following statement in response to the Arizona State Legislature advancing the Tipped Workers Protection Act out of the House Commerce Committee: “Arizona is fortunate to have a thriving restaurant industry that adds to the culture of our state and creates high-quality jobs in our communities,” said JP […]
In Wisconsin, a vote for Biden or Trump could come down to grocery prices
A new story in the Washington Post highlights how high prices are causing Americans to think twice about who they will vote for in the upcoming election. High grocery prices are the driving factor behind economic pain for residents in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, with grocery prices have risen 25 percent in four years while wages have […]
U.S. Small Business Optimism Weakens on Inflation Worries
New data appearing in the Wall Street Journal shows that small business confidence took a hit last month with many small business owners citing inflation as their greatest concern. With confidence shaken, small business owners are pulling back on hiring with only 12% indicating that they are planning to create new jobs in the next […]
The Skyrocketing Costs Driving Cheeseburger Prices Up—and Restaurant Owners Out
A new piece in the Wall Street Journal highlights how rising costs for restaurants are driving up prices and forcing some local restaurants to shut down entirely. Restaurant owners described how the rising prices are turning away customers and making it harder to remain profitable. One restaurant fears what could happen if costs keep rising, […]
The Stakes of Free Enterprise
“The record of history is absolutely crystal clear that there is no alternative way so far discovered of improving the lot of the ordinary people that can hold a candle to the productive activities that are unleashed by the free-enterprise system.” –Milton Friedman What is free enterprise? Free enterprise is the unimpeded, voluntary flow of […]
Free Enterprise Testimonials: Larry, AZ Water Systems
Larry Melton’s entrepreneurial spirit led him to start his business out of a Ford Explorer. With hard work, Larry was able to see his business grow, creating jobs and benefitting his community along the way. Larry’s Passion: From an early age, Larry knew he enjoyed what free enterprise could offer. When Larry started his business […]
Gov. Doug Ducey: The American Dream And Free Enterprise Are Worth Fighting For
PHOENIX, AZ – Citizens for Free Enterprise CEO and Former Arizona Governor Doug Ducey today wrote an op-ed for Fox News that details how his career in business and time in public service inspired him to launch CFFE. In the piece, Governor Ducey outlines how CFFE plans to promote and protect free enterprise by activating Americans […]
Main Street Matters: A Better Education With Governor Doug Ducey
Citizens for Free Enterprise CEO and Former Arizona Governor Doug Ducey recently joined Alfredo Ortiz and Elaine Parker on the Main Street Matters podcast to discuss his career, educational freedom, and expanding opportunity. Governor Ducey explained how a commitment to freedom and free enterprise enables economic growth, job creation, and the betterment of people’s lives. […]
It’s Been 30 Years Since Food Ate Up This Much of Your Income
New data featured in the Wall Street Journal shows that food costs are eating up the largest chunk of Americans’ budgets in 30 years. According to the most recent data from the US Department of Agriculture, Americans are spending a whopping 11.3% of their disposable income on food. Americans are feeling squeezed by the rising […]