Government, Politics and the Economy
Obama Names Venture Capitalist to SBA Advocacy Office
President Obama has named Venture Capitalist Winslow Sargeant as the chief counsel of the Small Business Administration’s Office of Advocacy. SmallBizJournal.com
Obama: Our Projects Will Boost Jobs, Economy Has `Long Way to Go'
President Obama has vowed to speed up the spending of federal money on public works projects and said there are signs that a US economic recovery has helped lead to a “reduction in fear” in financial markets. Bloomberg.com
By Charles M Cooper · June 08 2009
small business brief, marketing, small business, economy
Government, Politics and the Economy
Partisan Lines Forming Over Healthcare Reform
The top Senate Democrats and President Obama appear aligned in support of a government-run health insurance option, facing off against Senate Republicans who say they refuse to won't back such a measure. WashingtonTimes.com
New Bill Could Help Merchants with Credit Card Costs
Under a new bill before the House of Representatives, merchants would be able to negotiate with banks to reduce the costs associated with credit card purchases. Reuters.com
By Charles M Cooper · June 05 2009
small business brief, marketing, small business, economy
Government, Politics and the Economy
Little Hope and Less Hiring on Main Street
Some may see signs of economic recovery on the horizon, but that news doesn't seem to have made it to the shops on Main Street. According to payroll processor ADP, small businesses shed more than four times as many employees as larger businesses did over the last month. CNNMoney.com
Inflation: Are the Fears Overstated?
We have been hearing warnings that President Obama's economic policies will lead to a terrible outbreak of inflation, and they may, but an immediate outbreak is improbable. WSJ.com
Management, Taxes and Fin...
By Charles M Cooper · June 04 2009
small business brief, marketing, small business, economy
Government, Politics and the Economy
Work Visa Bill: A Threat to Outsourcers?
There is a controversial "50/50" provision in the new Durbin-Grassley visa reform bill that could hurt Indian outsourcers but also save US jobs. BusinessWeek.com
Bernanke: Long-Term Budget Deficits Threaten Financial Stability
Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke warned that large US budget deficits are a threat to the nation's financial stability and that the government cannot continue to borrow at the current rate to finance the shortfall forever. Bloomberg.com
Management, Taxe...
By Charles M Cooper · June 03 2009
small business brief, marketing, small business, economy
Government, Politics and the Economy
Congress Takes on Healthcare
Congressional Democrats have set out to realize a goal that has eluded presidents and lawmakers for the past 60 years: an overhaul of the U.S. healthcare system. Bloomberg.com
White House: Healthcare is an Economic Issue
According to some in Washington, the tax-free benefits that Americans now enjoy offer American workers too much free or low-cost access to too many healthcare services, and that is why healthcare is so expensive. Breitbart.com/AP
Management, Taxes and Financial Issues
By Charles M Cooper · June 02 2009
small business brief, marketing, small business, economy
Government, Politics and the Economy
GM Bankruptcy: A Bid to Regain Profits with $50 Billion US Aid
General Motors Corp., for 77 years the world’s largest carmaker, filed for bankruptcy protection in the US. The plan? To create a 21st-century company that can compete in world markets. Bloomberg.com
GM Bankruptcy: The Effects Will be Felt Far and Wide
The turmoil and uncertainty caused by the bankruptcies of GM and Chrysler will be felt far outside Detroit, in the dealerships and suppliers who are bracing for hard times to come. CNNMoney.com
By Charles M Cooper · June 01 2009
small business brief, marketing, small business, economy
Government, Politics and the Economy
Small Business Fallout From GM's Bankruptcy
If General Motors files Chapter 11 as many believe they will, we will likely also see many small businesses that supply GM with parts and raw materials face bankruptcy as well. The only difference will be that they have no prospect of government bailouts. AllBusiness.com
Obama Sets up Computer Security OfficeAccording to President Obama, the US has failed for too long to adequately protect the security of its computer networks. He said that as he announced that he will soon name a new cyber czar to press for action on computer security. Breitbart.com...
By Charles M Cooper · May 29 2009
small business brief, marketing, small business, economy
Government and Economy
Bill Restrict Small Business Contracting to Real Small Businesses
Rep. Hank Johnson (D-GA), has introduced a bill that would ensure that small business government contracts go only to true small businesses, rather than being awarded to subsidiaries of large companies. WebCPA.com
Emerging 200 Program: Training Entrepreneurs to Save Cities
Starting its...
By Charles M Cooper · May 28 2009
small business brief, marketing, small business, economy
