The Democrats and Republicans have political power for the same kinds of reasons that Coke and Pepsi or Boeing and Airbus dominate their markets.
Using Words to Brand a Political Party
The increasing polarization of congressional language could reflect the Democrats’ and Republicans’ need for political branding.
Election Economics: Assessing the Minimum Wage
Currently at $7.25, should the federal hourly minimum wage rise to $9.80? Proposed legislation from House Democrats would increase the minimum wage in three steps, 85 cents a year for 3 years. After that, the amount would move upward with…