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Small-business taxes would almost double under Harris admin

(This column originally appeared in The Washington Times) Small-business owners face a tough choice this election year. But one thing is for sure: if Vice President Kamala…

Gene MarksOctober 10, 2024

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Small businesses to thrive under Trump

(This column originally appeared in The Washington Times) If former President Donald Trump is elected again, hiring and retaining employees will become more affordable, particularly for small businesses.…

Gene MarksAugust 9, 2024

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It’s Jill Biden’s Fault

(This column originally appeared in Washington Times) When an executive is asked to move to another city, what do they usually do before making that decision?…

Gene MarksJuly 6, 2024

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What really happens If the U.S. can’t pay its bills?

(This column originally appeared in The Washington Times) When you run a business, you’re constantly trying to look ahead. You make decisions now on hiring, spending…

Gene MarksJune 28, 2024

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Restaurant owners indicate stronger support for Trump

(This column originally appeared in The Washington Times) A recent informal poll at a National Restaurant Association conference revealed this bit of non-news: By a 2-to-1 margin, the…

Gene MarksMay 14, 2024

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Minimum wage: What’s the right number?

(This column originally appeared in The Washington Times) This month, California’s minimum wage for fast-food workers will increase from $16 to $20 per hour.…

Gene MarksApril 1, 2024

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As an accountant, I love the proposed taxes on unrealized gains

(This column originally appeared in The Washington Times) Congratulate me. I just got good news. Recent reports say that the state of Vermont is…

Gene MarksFebruary 28, 2024

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Four reasons companies should ignore the DOL’s new worker classification rule

(This column originally appeared in The Washington Times) A new rule from the Department of Labor goes into effect on March 11, and it…

Gene MarksJanuary 30, 2024

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Happy New Year? Blue states to start 2024 with a bunch of new business regulations

(This column originally appeared in The Washington Times) I’m not sure 2024 will be a very happy new year for businesses in blue states.…

Gene MarksDecember 29, 2023

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Why Starbucks workers are rejecting unionization

(This column originally appeared in The Washington Times) If you worked at a Starbucks, would you be so eager to join a union? Despite…

Gene MarksNovember 27, 2023