Opinion

Matt Walsh
May 6, 2025

Tyranny of Trump's tariffs

Who is ripping off whom in international trade. How can Donald Trump know more about tariffs than 250 years of economic evidence? Tariffs punish everyone.

Opinion

By Randall G. Holcombe
May 6, 2025

In truth, our trade deficits benefit Americans

While the Trump administration’s economic policies are aimed at least partly toward eliminating the nation’s balance of payments deficits, Americans should understand that they benefit from those deficits.

Opinion

Matt Walsh
May 6, 2025

Noted economists past and present on tariffs and free trade

In any discussion to understand free trade, protectionism and tariffs, there is no debate among credible economists: Free trade: good; protectionism and tariffs: bad.

Opinion

By Abigail R. Hall, Michael A. Coon
April 29, 2025

Tariffs are an economic hurricane for Florida businesses

"Tariffs are taxes. Just like any other tax, these tariffs will make goods more expensive. Florida businesses that rely on imports to provide goods and services will feel the pain."

Opinion

Kat Wingert
April 16, 2025

AI: The next new frontier?

While some media organizations are clamoring to be leaders in artificial intelligence, the Observer is following a different approach.

Opinion

By Letter to the Editor
April 8, 2025

Full-day pre-K yields high return

Students and the economy will both benefit from increased investment.

Opinion

Matt Walsh
January 3, 2025

The Word for 2025: ‘Elon’

Elon Musk is flawed. We all are. Nonetheless, Musk is emblematic of the mood of Americans. He symbolizes the can-do, pioneering spirit that made the United States. Forget the moon; shoot for Mars.

Opinion

Sharon Hillstrom
December 27, 2024

Bradenton Area EDC reviews progress, looks toward productive 2025

Over the past decade, the Bradenton Area EDC and its partners have assisted more than 90 businesses with expansions and relocations.

Opinion

Matt Walsh
December 16, 2024

How to stop hurricanes

Research has demonstrated that turbine-driven wind farms in the gulf and ocean can produce energy and dramatically reduce hurricane damage.

Opinion

By Heather Kasten
November 7, 2024

Sarasota Chamber CEO: Don't retreat, cut corners amid adversity

Excellence is tested most during adversity. How we handle adversity defines the culture of our businesses.

Opinion

Matt Walsh
November 6, 2024

The Pfizer Papers: Pfizer’s crimes against humanity

Three governments tried to suppress evidence revealing that Pfizer and federal officials knew the company’s vaccine would not stop COVID and was deadly.

Opinion

By Dominic M. Calabro
November 1, 2024

Florida tax watchdog urges state to implement post-storm fixes

Florida TaxWatch says rebuilding after Helene and Milton will be a “multi-year endeavor.’ The state, the organization adds, can help by not overdoing it and over-complicating things on the taxation side.

Opinion

Sharon Hillstrom
November 1, 2024

Storm response demonstrates spirit of humanity in Manatee County

Companies and organizations big and small have been on the front lines of helping post hurricane recovery.

Opinion

By Jeffrey Brandes, Adrian Moore
October 18, 2024

Condo inspection laws need amending to avoid catastrophe

The law of unintended consequences is at play in well-meaning condo regulations. Some fixes could help the situation.

Opinion

By Letter to the Editor
September 14, 2024

Vote yes on Amendment 2, protect fishing, hunting

Fishing and hunting is a $15 billion economic engine in Florida, says local business owner.

Opinion

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Tyranny of Trump's tariffs

In truth, our trade deficits benefit Americans

Noted economists past and present on tariffs and free trade

Tariffs are an economic hurricane for Florida businesses

AI: The next new frontier?

Full-day pre-K yields high return

The Word for 2025: ‘Elon’

Bradenton Area EDC reviews progress, looks toward productive 2025

How to stop hurricanes

Sarasota Chamber CEO: Don't retreat, cut corners amid adversity

The Pfizer Papers: Pfizer’s crimes against humanity

Florida tax watchdog urges state to implement post-storm fixes

Storm response demonstrates spirit of humanity in Manatee County

Condo inspection laws need amending to avoid catastrophe

Vote yes on Amendment 2, protect fishing, hunting

Governor signs Farm Bill championed by Florida’s Ag commissioner

Pasco mall to get upgrade and new tenants

New flight takes off from Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport

Report: Tampa Bay housing, condo prices continue to fall

Sarasota company releases app for off-road enthusiasts

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