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Did Florida Undercount in the 2020 Census, Potentially Missing Out on Federal Dollars?

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The 2020 Census is finally over, capping off a historic effort to accurately count every person in the United States during a pandemic. A few interesting stories emerge from the latest enumeration of the nation, such as the growing population shift to the South and New York losing a congressional House seat by only 89 people. Although Florida was one of the so-called “winners” in the current census because it secured an additional seat in Congress, the result was not as spectacular as expected.

Florida TaxWatch: Reform Needed to Address Shortcomings of Federal Assistance Program Administration

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, Florida TaxWatch (FTW) released its latest report, The Aftermath of COVID-19: Rethinking How the State Delivers Services to Floridians In Need, offering an independent analysis of the shortcomings of the current state-administered, federal safety net pro­grams, especially Florida’s Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Insurance) program known as CONNECT.

Presidential Candidates Need to Get Serious About the Federal Debt

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With tomorrow being Election Day, Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton have been ramping up their campaign efforts to swing voters into their camps. Both have been traveling to vital battleground states, bringing along their economic messages that they hope can turn out voters to the polls.

Budget Watch – Growing Federal Debt Puts the Nation at Risk

Budget & Appropriations, Research, Taxes, Taxpayer Guide

In dollars, America’s debt is forecast to reach an astonishing $87.9 trillion in 30 years. This is more than $200,000 for each of the 400 million men, women, and children expected to live in the United States in 2046. This Budget Watch looks at the long-term implications of such a debt.

The Potential Impacts of New Tariffs on Florida’s Economy

Economic Development, Energy & Environment, Research

On April 2nd, 2025, a universal 10 percent tariff on all countries was announced by the federal government, with a few countries facing additional reciprocal tariffs of up to 50 percent. A week after the announcement, due to intense volatility in the bond market, a 90-day suspension on the tariffs was announced, with the exception of a 145 percent tariff on certain Chinese goods.  

What is a K-Shaped Recovery and Why It Matters

Blog, COVID Recovery

As the federal government continues to negotiate another round of fiscal stimulus, chances are you have heard the term “K-shaped recovery” thrown around. The issue became a common talking point during last year’s presidential election as some candidates discussed their plans to heal the economy. But what exactly is a K-shaped recovery and what does it have to do with the economy?

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