Economic growth
YES on Constitutional Amendment 4: Begin to End the Inventory Tax
The Pelican Institute recommends a YES vote on Constitutional Amendment 4. Sound tax policy should do two [...]
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Louisiana Supreme Court Delivers a Win for Common Sense and Economic Growth
What if a single court decision could unlock billions in investment, protect local decision-making, and [...]
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Liberty vs. the Leviathan: Price Controls Never Work, Even Ones Proposed by Conservatives
Credit card interest rates can feel punishing. When cash gets tight, many American families turn to [...]
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Fiscal Discipline: The Key to Lasting Tax Relief in Louisiana
The Pelican Institute has been vocal in its support of the historic tax reform enacted in late 2024, made [...]
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The American Dream: Still a Reality?
The idea of the American Dream has become central to our national identity, drawing from the writings of [...]
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Debt Is the Fire—And Louisiana Is in the Path
Federal spending is out of control. Washington is racking up debt faster than at any time outside a world [...]
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Bayou Built: Louisiana Businesses are Paving the Way
New Orleans has a reputation that precedes it. Fondly referred to as the “Big Easy” and known for its [...]
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What Louisianans Should Know About the “One Big Beautiful Bill”
Congress is moving fast on a sweeping package known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBB)—and it could [...]
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New Research: Louisiana Ranks 50th Nationwide in Social Mobility, Numerous Reform Opportunities Exist
Authored by Louisiana resident and chief economist at the Archbridge Institute, new report identifies [...]
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