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Delaware has the third-highest unemployment rate in the nation. All of our other problems, from high crime to low quality of public education to the rapidly rising cost of living, are downstream from that. And that problem itself is a direct consequence of government being the largest employer in the State. As long as that situation persists, we can never be a wealthy place with a high quality of life.
Which state has the highest unemployment rate in the US.? Check list here
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As of February 2026, the overall unemployment rate in the United States currently remains at 4.4%, a slight rise from the previous month by 0.1 percentage point. The overall unemployment rate represen...
😡 Here we go again. Delaware needs some kind of Energy relief and stability plan. We need to:
• Give people some money back to help with higher electric bills right now.
• Come up with a plan to keep prices more steady over time.
• Help people use less energy so their bills stay lower for good.
If we don't, we're gonna be right back here again next year - and the year after that, and the year after that, and the year after that ...
Delmarva Power customers to see higher rates in June due to electricity supply prices
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A utility filing with the Delaware Service Commission says customers could see a roughly 9% increase.
"Sometimes people don't want to hear the truth because they don't want their illusions destroyed." - Friedrich Nietzsche
Former Delaware budget advisor ousted after questioning lack of revenue data
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Mike Houghton was a former Delaware Economic and Financial Advisory Council chairman and longtime member before being fired Wednesday.
Maybe Elon Musk’s compensation was excessive. I don't know. But a tiny shareholder’s vulture lawyers and a relatively inexperienced, ideologically driven judge shouldn’t be able to overturn a shareholder-approved deal absent clear, hard, and quantifiable evidence that the board’s independence was compromised. So much of Delaware's revenue depends upon our reputation as the go-to place to incorporate.
Elon Musk calls for Delaware judge to recuse herself in lawsuits, alleging bias
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The Tesla and SpaceX CEO is calling for a judge to recuse herself in two shareholder lawsuits that are winding their way through Delaware's courts.
According to the latest state-by-state finalized CDC mortality statistics, Delaware has the FIFTH HIGHEST rate of drug overdoses per capita.
Delaware authorities intensify crackdown on fentanyl dealers
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The Trump administration declared the ultra-potent opioid a “weapon of mass destruction” in December. Delaware is prosecuting plenty of cases.
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.