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Expert Archives: James Sherk

Regulation

Most Americans are all too familiar with the income, property, and sales taxes that shrink paychecks and increase the cost of almost every product and service. Just as significant, although less visible, are the ever-increasing costs of regulation. Every facet … Continue reading

Labor & Workplace

The economy, labor market, and labor–management relations have changed dramatically since the 1930s. Federal labor laws have not. The government needs to bring labor policy into the 21st century to address the challenges today’s workers face. American labor law was … Continue reading

Economy and Jobs

In a typical month, millions of Americans switch jobs or find work, and millions quit their jobs or are let go. The net of these millions is the change in total employment, usually a few hundred thousand jobs, while the … Continue reading