In Their Push To Lure Amazon, Cities Face Unintended Demands

– The Wall Street Journal

U.S. cities vying for Amazon Inc.’s second headquarters risk facing an unexpected consequence to victory: Other companies will demand the same hefty tax breaks conferred on the online retail giant.

Toys R Us’s Baby Problem Is Everybody’s Baby Problem

– The Washington Post

Measured as a share of overall population, U.S. births have fallen steadily since the Great Recession. They hit their lowest point on record in 2016 – the most recent year for which the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has comparable data.

More Democrats Likely To Disavow Pelosi After Pennsylvania Stunner

– Politico

What does it mean for party unity and governance if Democrats sweep in a wave with a number of candidates running against the current Democratic Congressional leadership as well as aspects of the party platform.

Dollar General Bolsters Parental Leave Plan, Adds Adoption Benefits

– Chain Store Age

Yes, even Dollar General now has a parental leave policy…