Apr 12, 2019
Happy Friday from Washington, where Republicans are countering Democrats’ claim that something’s wrong with a census question asking whether you’re a citizen. Rachel del Guidice has the scoop on what history shows. We’ve also got a power lineup of commentary from Heritage Foundation stalwarts on major issues, including Bob Moffit on the problem with Medicare for All, Jim Carafano on how to achieve an immigration overhaul, Hans von Spakovsky on the attorney general’s “spying” remarks, and Mike Gonzalez on Google’s lack of interest in diverse views. Yikes: It’s the last weekend to finish doing taxes on time.
New ‘Medicare for All’ Bill Would Kick 181 Million Off Private Insurance
The bill would create a new national health insurance plan to provide universal coverage to all U.S. residents, regardless of their legal status.
Barr Should Focus on 2 Questions When Investigating Spying on Trump Campaign
Democrats sharply attacked Attorney General William Barr for telling the truth when he acknowledged in Senate testimony that federal law enforcement officers had spied on the Trump presidential campaign.
The Border Is in Disarray, but Change May Be Coming
While the news on immigration and border security seems dour, beneath the headlines there is a growing movement to finally get migration under control.
EXCLUSIVE: Citizenship Question Used on Census for 175 Years, GOP Report Shows
The Supreme Court will hear arguments this month on including the citizenship question in the 2020 census, with a ruling expected in June.
Podcast: Making the Internet Safer for Children
We talk to Donna Rice Hughes, CEO of Enough is Enough, which works to make the internet safer for children and families, and Kassy Dillon, a young conservative journalist.
Mike Lee’s Bill Would Boost Paid Family Leave Without Growing Government
Without establishing a new federal program, without raising taxes on workers, the Working Families Flexibility Act would allow millions of lower-wage workers to accumulate paid family leave.
Mob's Push to Oust Heritage President From Google Council Part of Larger Agenda
The left must control the narrative. It will be nasty about making sure it does and won’t care for niceties. It is part of “the will to power” that propelled Lenin and Mussolini to rule.
The Daily Signal is brought to you by more than half a million members of The Heritage Foundation.
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April 12, 2019
By Joshua Nelson
Monday not only is Tax Day, when income tax returns are due, but also marks the 10th anniversary of a series of protests against high taxes and an economic stimulus package pushed by the fledgling Obama administration.
By Tony Perkins
Gov. J.B. Pritzker, a Democrat, says the new policy is “cost effective, helps avoid long-term health consequences, and most importantly, is the right thing to do.”
By Rachel del Guidice
“It’s not about a woman’s right to choose, it’s about a child’s right to live,” Rep. Ralph Norman, R-S.C., says.
By Michael Bastasch
The president pulls no punches against New York and its governor in signing executive orders to expedite pipeline projects.
By Hans von Spakovsky
Democrats sharply attacked Attorney General William Barr for telling the truth when he acknowledged in Senate testimony that federal law enforcement officers spied on the Trump presidential campaign.
The Daily Signal is brought to you by more than half a million members of The Heritage Foundation.
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