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 …
How Biden’s Proposed Paid Leave Would Work – The New York Times Paid leave expired in December for illness and caregiving during the pandemic. Biden wants to reinstate and expand it. Confusion, Uncertainty Mount As Restaurants Consider COVID Vaccine – Restaurant …
How The Low Minimum Wage Helps Rich Companies – The Atlantic Low wages benefit employers at the expense of both workers and taxpayers. Disneyland As A Vaccination Site? Airports As Test Centers? The Travel Industry Pitches In -The New York Times …
U.S. Continues To Lag In COVID-19 Workplace Safety, Former OSHA Official Says – NPR The Occupational Safety and Health Administration official, Deborah Berkowitz, says the Trump administration has neglected COVID-19 safety at meatpacking plants and many other workplaces. Biden Will Inherit …
‘Shocked, Disheartened, Devastated’: Restaurant And Hotel Workers Reel As Layoffs Soar Again – The Washington Post This workforce is under renewed pressure amid a resurgence in coronavirus cases: 498,000 leisure and hospitality jobs disappeared last month, the Labor Department reported Friday. …
When Business And Politics Mix, ‘Character Really Counts’ – The New York Times What should corporate leaders do in a moment like this? How To Get A Small Business Loan From The New $284 Billion PPP Program – The Washington Post …
Marriott And Others Pledge To Cut Off Money To Members Of Congress Who Doubted Biden Win – The Washington Post Anti-Trump group Lincoln Project also plans to target companies that support politicians voting against election results. Voices From The Aisles -The …
After Riot, Business Leaders Reckon With Their Support For Trump – The New York Times Corporate America cheered on President Trump’s economic policies, while also trying to distance itself from his more incendiary comments. Some CEOs Fire Rioters, Call For President …