OPINION: Economic dignity should be a legislative priority
In the upcoming legislative session, we’re going to hear many competing arguments about taxes, budgets, and government priorities. Considering that Republican mismanagement sent Idaho into a $58.3 million deficit, these conversations will be even more heated. In order to balance the budget, spending will need to be cut.
When deciding what ends up on the chopping block, a simple guiding principle should shape every economic decision we make: dignity must come first. A healthy economy is measured by whether ordinary people can meet their needs, pursue opportunity, and build stable lives.
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