Manhattan Institute

🏛️ Politics

Mar 19, 2026

Testimony Before the U.S. Congress Joint Economic Committee

The article discusses key insights from a testimony presented to the U.S. Congress Joint Economic Committee, focusing on economic challenges and policy recommendations for growth and stability.

United States

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🏛️ Politics

Mar 18, 2026

Three Things to Know from Our Latest Poll

The Manhattan Institute's latest poll reveals key insights on public opinion trends, highlighting significant shifts in voter priorities and attitudes on pressing issues.

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📈 Economy

Mar 18, 2026

NYC Doing Everything Possible to Ruin Its Chances for a Huge World Cup Windfall

The article explores how New York City's policies and decisions may jeopardize its potential economic benefits from hosting the World Cup, highlighting missed opportunities for growth and investment.

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📈 Economy

Mar 18, 2026

The Laffer Curve Is No Longer a Punch Line

The article explores the renewed relevance of the Laffer Curve in today's economic discussions, highlighting its implications for tax policy and government revenue in a changing fiscal landscape.

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📈 Economy

Mar 13, 2026

Big Apple vs. Oranges: Why NYC Pays More and Gets Far Less than Florida

The article explores the stark contrasts between New York City and Florida, highlighting how NYC residents pay higher taxes yet receive fewer public services and benefits compared to their Floridian counterparts.

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📚 Education

Mar 13, 2026

My Criticism of the Ivy League Isn’t Hypocrisy

The article defends critiques of the Ivy League, arguing that such criticism stems from a desire for reform rather than hypocrisy, highlighting issues of elitism and accessibility in higher education.

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🏛️ Politics

Mar 13, 2026

The Big Lie Behind Mamdani’s ‘Tax the Rich’ Demands

The article critiques the arguments made by Ibram X. Kendi and others advocating for higher taxes on the wealthy, suggesting their claims are based on misleading premises about wealth distribution and social equity.

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📈 Economy

Mar 06, 2026

The Limits of New York’s “Tax the Rich” Policy

The article examines the effectiveness and consequences of New York's "Tax the Rich" policy, highlighting its limitations and potential impacts on the state's economy and wealth distribution.

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🌍 Geopolitics

Mar 06, 2026

Drones Are the Future of Warfare

The article explores how drones are transforming modern warfare, highlighting their strategic advantages, evolving technologies, and implications for military operations and global security.

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📈 Economy

Mar 06, 2026

New Issue Brief: The Limits of New York’s “Tax the Rich” Policy

The Manhattan Institute's latest brief examines the effectiveness and limitations of New York's "Tax the Rich" policy, highlighting its impact on the state's economy and wealth distribution.

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🏛️ Politics

Mar 05, 2026

Public Unions’ Stealthy Scheme Will Siphon $100B from NY Taxpayers

The article reveals how public unions in New York are implementing strategies that could cost taxpayers an estimated $100 billion, raising concerns about fiscal responsibility and transparency.

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📈 Economy

Mar 05, 2026

Is Free Trade Worth the Cost in Lives Lost?

The article explores the complex trade-offs of free trade, examining its economic benefits against potential public health risks and lives lost due to increased competition and regulation challenges.

Global

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