As retail operators return to work this week after what was hopefully a busy Memorial Day weekend for them, they should be encouraged by some rare good news out of Washington D.C. The industry had some big wins last week …
The President recently made headlines with the release of his first draft budget proposal and while some convenience store operators might applaud the perceived “belt tightening”, leading brands need to be aware of a few hidden minefields. Most prominent among …
The actions this week by two state attorneys general over the constitutionality of President Trump’s overseas business dealings have very little to do with the P&Ls of operators. But here’s why it matters to your business and employees–In the grand …
In political terms, 2017 is what’s known as an “off year.” Only a few states have elections but two are for governorships – Virginia and New Jersey – and we have had a couple of notable congressional special elections thrown …
‘Big Positive Surprise’ Coming From Trump Tax Plan, CEOs Say – The Washington Post There’s growing cohesion among executives — cutting across industry and even geography — that Trump’s tax plan is going to deliver massive new investment in the …
Economics May Not Be Driving Corporate Generosity – The Washington Post Republicans have been touting the number of companies handing out employee bonuses and pay raises – such as Walmart and Bank of America – as a surprising sign that …
How The Labor Movement Is Thinking Ahead To A Post-Trump World – The Intercept_ The American labor movement, over the past four decades, has had two golden opportunities to shift the balance of power between workers and bosses – first …
Why Many Companies Are Giving Bonuses – Not Raises – After The New Tax Cuts – The Washington Post Human resources experts and economists say they are not surprised one-time bonuses are getting more play in response to the tax …
Microsoft Says AI Advances Will Require New Laws, Regulations – Bloomberg Microsoft released a 149-page book entitled “The Future Computed,” which concludes the rapidly advancing area of artificial intelligence will require a new field of law and new regulations. The …
You Don’t Have To Grow Government To Expand Paid Family Leave – Washington Examiner From the Washington Examiner: There’s a new, innovative idea to expand paid family leave in the U.S. It’s budget-neutral, gender-neutral, and completely voluntary. It requires no …
Workplace Raids Signal Shifting Tactics In Immigration Fight – The New York Times When agents raid workplaces, they often demand to see employees’ immigration documents and make arrests. But after the agents leave, it is difficult for the government to …