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Love Dave, but how about we cut wasteful spending instead. Delaware's State spending has gone up by more than 50% in the past ten years. That's about $2 billion! (2 with 9 Zeros!) I don't know about you, but for most of us, life in Delaware doesn’t feel $2 billion better than it did in 2015.
We also need to grow our tax base by attracting corporate businesses that produce value added goods and services for a global customer base. As long as government is the top employer, our upside will always be very limited.
GOP lawmaker considering drafting Delaware Sales Tax bill
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Delaware's status as one of five states without a sales tax could be in jeopardy if one Delaware lawmaker's proposal is seen to fruition.
Legalized vices might bring in a little spending, but they’re not going to improve Delaware's economic situation that much. After seven months of legal weed sales, the state has seen only about $29 million in sales and $4.4 million in tax revenue, which is nowhere near the early hype of $281 million in sales and $42 million for the state.
Real prosperity comes from attracting corporate businesses that create actual value and sell beyond our borders. That's the ONLY way to get a high quality of life, good-paying jobs, and great educational opportunities for everyone in Delaware.
Delaware retail weed sales in market's first months fall far short of estimates
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State officials contend the market will expand when new growers, manufacturers and retailers begin operating and prices become more competitive.
If we let politicians start setting the prices for healthcare, we're gonna get fewer doctors, longer waits, and hospitals cutting back on services just to stay afloat.
Let patients see the real prices for healthcare ahead of time, so everything is transparent and there are no surprises. When people can see costs and have real choices between doctors and insurance plans, providers have to compete to offer better care at lower prices.
The way to fix healthcare is by letting the system work better for patients, not by putting another layer of bureaucracy in charge of it.
Controlling healthcare costs: what's the best approach for Delaware?
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A new legislative effort is underway to address rising costs of healthcare in Delaware.A lot of us are opening our Delmarva Power bills these days and doing a double take. People all over the Delaware say their electric bills have shot way up, even though they have not changed how they use electricity. Delmarva Power says the higher costs come from the price of energy itself- but to this degree? How much has your bill gone up?
Spike in utility bills after cold snap forces Delaware customers to make tough choices
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Delmarva Power is downplaying its recent request to raise electricity rates, arguing supply price hikes are responsible for customers' higher costs.
The sacrifice made by those who serve in law enforcement extends far beyond the badge. When a hero is lost, the impact is felt by families, friends, and entire communities.
In memory of her husband, fallen Delaware State Trooper Ty Snook, his widow is turning tragedy into purpose by launching the Ty Snook Foundation, an effort dedicated to honoring his legacy and supporting others. It’s a powerful reminder that even in the face of loss, courage, service, and compassion can continue to inspire good in the world.
This is a story worth reading and remembering.
Widow of fallen Delaware state trooper launches foundation in his memory
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The widow of a fallen Delaware state trooper has launched a foundation in his memory to support law enforcement families.
"If passed as requested, the department’s state funding would reach nearly $2.4 billion – the largest amount of any state agency ... Delaware’s 2024 results on the National Assessment on Educational Progress – or better known as the Nation’s Report Card – showed that 40% of eighth graders and 45% of fourth graders were found to be “below basic” proficiency levels on the assessment."
We certainly shouldn't be reflexively against making a greater investment in our kids' education, but I have to ask: Is money really the issue? Or at least, is it really the ONLY issue? Or are there other problems that need to be acknowledged. It's a more-than-fair question.
Education secretary requests nearly $2.4B for Delaware schools
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Why Should Delaware Care?For years, policymakers have debated why Delaware public school students have consistently scored low on standardized tests. Now the state’s new education secretary has laid...
Delaware loses another major corporation to "DExit". The $1.163B market cap eXp World Holdings will be reincorporating in Texas.
CEO Glenn Sanford announced “After careful deliberation, the Board unanimously approved this proposal because we believe Texas offers a governance environment that is clearer, more predictable and better suited to a company of our size and complexity”.
About 25-30% of Delaware’s General Fund revenue comes from corporate franchise taxes and related business entity fees. Corporate license fees account for about 14.6% of state & local general revenue in Delaware vs. 0.2% nationally.
It's the reason Delaware has no sales tax - for now, at least.
eXp World Holdings seeks reincorporation from Delaware to Texas
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eXp seeks to reincorporate from Delaware to Texas, with a shareholder vote set for April 24, 2026, per a Wednesday SEC filing.
Heaven forbid that the State government adequately subsidize something that is actually utilized by people who pay taxes.
Higher Delaware State Park fees begin March 1
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Delaware State Parks fee season starts March 1. Here's what you'll pay
"The state with the worst foreclosure rate in January 2026 was Delaware, with 1 in every 1,612 housing units with a foreclosure filing. "
The Democrats completely control the Governor's chair and both houses of the State Legislature. So if they have a plan to fix this mess, now would be a good time. But of course, we all know that they don't.
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Foreclosure activity remained elevated across the country, but it's hitting certain states harder.