BPF researches and shares educational information encouraging Mississippi’s Economic Freedom while discouraging Crony Capitalism to increase Mississippi’s Economic Growth. BPF focuses on Constitutional Foundations, Education, Energy, Environment, Health Care, Federal Government & Agencies, Mississippi State Government & Agencies and Regulatory Abuses & Reforms.
Initiative 65 and Alternative 65A: What Would They Do?
What To Know Before Voting on Medical Marijuana Amendments
Capital City Crime and Population Flight
Public Service Commissioner Presley Requests Federal Investigation of AT&T
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Recent Commentary
BPF Book Review | “The Innovation Delusion”
As the book’s subtitle suggests, the economic hyper focus on innovation has been to the detriment of maintaining the trillions of dollars of investment across the country in buildings, equipment and infrastructure.
Citizen Participation in U. S. Governance & the Electoral College
Things have changed a great deal since the Constitution signing. Both the Constitution and laws have stayed somewhat in-step with the really big changes. The biggest change has been the expansion of what was a new introduction into government — some power and freedom to the people as a check on government, but frankly it barely qualified as a democratic republic. That concept; however, once planted as a seed almost immediately began to sprout and within 70 years took over the nation.
What Does the Flag Vote Mean?
The Mississippi Constitution has no provision for allowing voters to decide any public policy matter except amendments to the state Constitution. Yet, twice the legislature has asked voters for their opinion by use of an election ballot. Both times, in 2001 and now in 2020, the question has been on the design of the state flag.
Mississippi Legislature Borrowing for Public University Projects
This year, Mississippi is scheduled to borrow $86 million for brick and mortar projects at the state’s eight public universities in the midst of a game-changing pandemic.
Dr. Fauci’s Faulty Theories
“In theory, there’s no difference between theory and practice. In practice, there is.” Yogi Berra was right. Presidential adviser Dr. Fauci is wrong.
Office of the State Auditor Plans Audit of CARES Funding
The state auditor’s office has released its plan on how it plans to audit the $1.25 billion in federal funds sent to Mississippi. The department has already created a new website to allow citizens to track the spending of each dollar.
U.S. Attorney Mike Hurst a compelling case on how to make Jackson and Central Mississippi safe.
Guest Editorial: Mike Hurst states Jackson is experiencing 'an historic epidemic of violence’
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He says at this rate, Jackson could potentially witness 128 murders by the end of the year.