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Welcome to the Commonwealth Foundation's events page. Here you will find information on upcoming events, including speakers, locations, agendas, and online registration. You can also browse our past events for photos, event materials, and other resources.
Recent Events
Policies & Principles Luncheon: Liquor Privatization
Harrisburg
JUNE 21, 2010
State Representative Mike Turzai has announced legislation to privatize Pennsylvania's state wine and spirit stores. The legislation would auction off 750 retail store licenses and 100 wholesale distributor licenses to the highest bidder. The legislation would also replace the current liquor tax to a gallonage tax, and charge sales tax on the end buyer, rather than on wholesale. Liquor store privatization is the subject of a recent Commonwealth Foundation policy brief titled Government Run Liquor Stores: The Social Impact of Privatization. Event Video
Lessons for Pennsylvania from New Zealand
Policies & Principles Breakfast:
Harrisburg
JUNE 2, 2010
As director of the Government Accountability Project at Mercatus, Mr. McTigue is sharing the lessons of his practical experience with policy makers in the United States. He works with officials from over 23 federal agencies and state governments on applying the principles of transparency and accountability in the public sector.
Stimulating Our Economy: Small Business vs. Big Government
R.E. Harper Economic Forum
King of Prussia
APRIL 28, 2010
Policies & Principles Luncheon: Rich States, Poor States
Harrisburg
DECEMBER 8, 2009
Why do some states thrive, while others lag? A new report from ALEC, Rich States, Poor States examines the economic policies and outcomes of the fifty states.
