Top 5 Articles of 2014

The votes (well, views) are in! Below we list the top 5 most popular articles on comfdnprod.wpengine.com in 2014.

5. Answering the Critics on Paycheck Protection

There are plenty of myths circulated by opponents of paycheck protection. We address their claims with the facts.

4. Union Dues Exploit Teachers, Taxpayers

What if I told you that regardless of your political beliefs, several hundred dollars will be deducted from your paycheck each year to support politicians you disagree with and political issues you oppose? Matt Brouillette explains how this practice exploits Pennsylvanians.

3. Survey: Union Members Overwhelmingly SUPPORT Paycheck Protection!

In February, a statewide survey showed that union members don’t want taxpayer resources misused for political gain.

2. Government Union Bosses Fight For Control Over Workers’ Paychecks

In January, a coalition of government union leaders marshaled their forces to defend their unique political privilege. Pennsylvania teachers spoke out against the unions’ grip on their paychecks.

1. Pennsylvania State Budget Toolkit

Your one-stop shop for all of CF’s research and analysis on Gov. Corbett’s state budget proposal, our recommendations for improvements, and links to state budget data and legislative resources.