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A shockingly stupid proposal has outraged the business community here in Seattle, illustrating the topsy-turvy values of contemporary liberalism.

The City plans to enact a punitive “head tax” on every business with revenues of more than 20 million dollars. These companies would be forced to pay a special tax for each of their full-time employees, with the money providing more services for the homeless.

A decent government ought to encourage beneficial behavior, while discouraging self-destructive and damaging conduct. But here, Seattle leftists mean to reverse the equation: punishing job creation—good behavior that benefits everyone—while rewarding dysfunctional and destructive behavior, like camping out in public parks or under freeways. This folly demonstrates the twisted thinking that characterizes progressive ideology.

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A shockingly stupid proposal has outraged the business community here in Seattle, illustrating the topsy-turvy values of contemporary liberalism.

The City plans to enact a punitive “head tax” on every business with revenues of more than 20 million dollars. These companies would be forced to pay a special tax for each of their full-time employees, with the money providing more services for the homeless.

A decent government ought to encourage beneficial behavior, while discouraging self-destructive and damaging conduct. But here, Seattle leftists mean to reverse the equation: punishing job creation—good behavior that benefits everyone—while rewarding dysfunctional and destructive behavior, like camping out in public parks or under freeways. This folly demonstrates the twisted thinking that characterizes progressive ideology.

Meir Weingarten: "There are two promise keepers in this story: President Trump... and God."

Medved asks Professor Sara Rankin to explain her organization's proposals to solving the homelessness crisis in America. In this engaging exchange, Medved presses her to defend the long-term practicality of her solutions.

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Medved asks Professor Sara Rankin to explain her organization's proposals to solving the homelessness crisis in America. In this engaging exchange, Medved presses her to defend the long-term practicality of her solutions.

Dennis Prager offers his take on the prom dress controversy and how the young lady who posted innocent pictures of her dress had no idea the storm it would create.

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Townhall Review - May 12, 2018

Congressman Mike Gallagher talks with Hugh Hewitt about President Trump's decision to pull the United States out of the Iranian nuclear deal. New York Times columnist Bret Stephens and Hugh Hewitt look at the Iranian reaction. Michael Medved examines former President Obama's reaction complaining that the pullout was a "serious mistake" and accusing Trump of being "so misguided."    As President Trump and North Korea's Kim Jong Un get ready for their upcoming meeting, three hostages held by North Korea were released and Mike Gallagher celebrates that news. Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley speaks with Hugh Hewitt about the rapid-fire federal judge confirmations. Michael Medved looks at how the low unemployment has created new employment problems for some cities...not enough workers. Dennis Prager has his take on the prom dress controversy and how the young lady who posted innocent pictures of her dress had no idea the storm it would create. Michael Medved looks at the reworking of school history textbooks to include the historical contributions by the LGBT community.

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Dennis Prager offers his take on the prom dress controversy and how the young lady who posted innocent pictures of her dress had no idea the storm it would create.

Townhall Review - May 12, 2018

Congressman Mike Gallagher talks with Hugh Hewitt about President Trump's decision to pull the United States out of the Iranian nuclear deal. New York Times columnist Bret Stephens and Hugh Hewitt look at the Iranian reaction. Michael Medved examines former President Obama's reaction complaining that the pullout was a "serious mistake" and accusing Trump of being "so misguided."    As President Trump and North Korea's Kim Jong Un get ready for their upcoming meeting, three hostages held by North Korea were released and Mike Gallagher celebrates that news. Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley speaks with Hugh Hewitt about the rapid-fire federal judge confirmations. Michael Medved looks at how the low unemployment has created new employment problems for some cities...not enough workers. Dennis Prager has his take on the prom dress controversy and how the young lady who posted innocent pictures of her dress had no idea the storm it would create. Michael Medved looks at the reworking of school history textbooks to include the historical contributions by the LGBT community.

Medved asks Jake Tapper about Trump's presidency, Washington, DC culture, CNN's coverage of Trump, media bias, Mueller, and other issues.

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