How do decisions made in Washington impact Main Street America? Elaine Parker sits down with Caroline Melear of the R Street Institute to break down the economic forces shaping the future of small businesses. From banking regulations and lending access to inflation, interest rates, tariffs, and global conflicts, they connect policy decisions to everyday economic realities.

They also discuss the lasting effects of Dodd-Frank, uncertainty caused by shifting administrations, rising gas prices, Federal Reserve challenges, and why small businesses often feel the impact of regulations first.

How do decisions made in Washington impact Main Street America? Elaine Parker sits down with Caroline Melear of the R Street Institute to break down the economic forces shaping the future of small businesses. From banking regulations and lending access to inflation, interest rates, tariffs, and global conflicts, they connect policy decisions to everyday economic realities.
They also discuss the lasting effects of Dodd-Frank, uncertainty caused by shifting administrations, rising gas prices, Federal Reserve challenges, and why small businesses often feel the impact of regulations first.

Main Street Matters with Elaine Parker and Alfredo Ortiz explores the intersection of small business and government policy. With more than 90 million Americans either owning or depending on small business for their household income, policies like taxes, regulations, and access to credit have a huge effect on the American Dream. Elaine and Alfredo talk with small business owners, government officials and office holders, and experts about everything from education to the labor market on this interesting and entertaining podcast.

Main Street Matters with Elaine Parker and Alfredo Ortiz explores the intersection of small business and government policy. With more than 90 million Americans either owning or depending on small business for their household income, policies like taxes, regulations, and access to credit have a huge effect on the American Dream. Elaine and Alfredo talk with small business owners, government officials and office holders, and experts about everything from education to the labor market on this interesting and entertaining podcast.

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How do decisions made in Washington impact Main Street America? Elaine Parker sits down with Caroline Melear of the R Street Institute to break down the economic forces shaping the future of small businesses. 

Inflation, Interest Rates & Small Business: What Happens Next?

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Is California wasting billions of taxpayer dollars? In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker sits down with California State Controller candidate Herb Morgan to discuss his bold plan to bring "radical transparency" to government spending.

Morgan, a longtime investment executive and entrepreneur, explains why he believes California taxpayers deserve full visibility into how their money is spent, why government audits have failed to keep pace with modern challenges, and how artificial intelligence could revolutionize fraud detection and financial accountability.

The conversation covers California's massive budget, homelessness spending, high-speed rail, taxpayer-funded programs, government efficiency, media coverage, and the growing demand for transparency across the political spectrum. Morgan also outlines his vision for real-time AI audits, public access to government spending data, and holding public officials accountable for results.

Is California wasting billions of taxpayer dollars? In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker sits down with California State Controller candidate Herb Morgan to discuss his bold plan to bring "radical transparency" to government spending.
Morgan, a longtime investment executive and entrepreneur, explains why he believes California taxpayers deserve full visibility into how their money is spent, why government audits have failed to keep pace with modern challenges, and how artificial intelligence could revolutionize fraud detection and financial accountability.
The conversation covers California's massive budget, homelessness spending, high-speed rail, taxpayer-funded programs, government efficiency, media coverage, and the growing demand for transparency across the political spectrum. Morgan also outlines his vision for real-time AI audits, public access to government spending data, and holding public officials accountable for results.

Is California wasting billions of taxpayer dollars? In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker sits down with California State Controller candidate Herb Morgan to discuss his bold plan to bring "radical transparency" to government spending.

California’s $425 Billion Fraud Scandal? Herb Morgan Exposes Waste, AI Audits & Radical Transparency

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Florida is considering one of the most ambitious tax reform proposals in the country—and it could dramatically reduce or even eliminate property taxes for millions of homeowners.

On this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker of Job Creators Network is joined by acclaimed journalist, former CNBC and Fox Business anchor, and author Dennis Kneale to break down Governor Ron DeSantis’ proposal to expand Florida's homestead exemption and eventually phase out property taxes on primary residences.

Florida is considering one of the most ambitious tax reform proposals in the country&mdash;and it could dramatically reduce or even eliminate property taxes for millions of homeowners.
On this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker of Job Creators Network is joined by acclaimed journalist, former CNBC and Fox Business anchor, and author Dennis Kneale to break down Governor Ron DeSantis&rsquo; proposal to expand Florida's homestead exemption and eventually phase out property taxes on primary residences.

On this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker of Job Creators Network is joined by acclaimed journalist, former CNBC and Fox Business anchor, and author Dennis Kneale to break down Governor Ron DeSantis’ proposal to expand Florida's homestead exemption and eventually phase out property taxes on primary residences.

The Florida Tax Plan Everyone Is Talking About | Property Taxes Could Disappear

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Is higher education facing a credibility crisis? In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker sits down with Dr. Gerson Moreno-Riano, President of Cornerstone University, to discuss Harvard's controversial decision to cap A grades, the growing problem of grade inflation, declining public trust in colleges, and how artificial intelligence is transforming education.

Dr. Moreno-Riano explains why grade inflation may be undermining the value of college degrees, how an entitlement culture has impacted academic rigor, and why universities must focus on preparing students for careers and life—not just handing out diplomas. The conversation also explores AI's role in education, workforce readiness, soaring tuition costs, and how innovative institutions like Cornerstone are adapting to the future.

Is higher education facing a credibility crisis? In this episode of&nbsp;Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker sits down with Dr. Gerson Moreno-Riano, President of Cornerstone University, to discuss Harvard's controversial decision to cap A grades, the growing problem of grade inflation, declining public trust in colleges, and how artificial intelligence is transforming education.
Dr. Moreno-Riano explains why grade inflation may be undermining the value of college degrees, how an entitlement culture has impacted academic rigor, and why universities must focus on preparing students for careers and life&mdash;not just handing out diplomas. The conversation also explores AI's role in education, workforce readiness, soaring tuition costs, and how innovative institutions like Cornerstone are adapting to the future.

Is higher education facing a credibility crisis? In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker sits down with Dr. Gerson Moreno-Riano, President of Cornerstone University, to discuss Harvard's controversial decision to cap A grades, the growing problem of grade inflation, declining public trust in colleges, and how artificial intelligence is transforming education.

Harvard's Grade Inflation Problem, AI in Education & The Future of College

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Inflation, Interest Rates & Small Business: What Happens Next?

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