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Where They Stand on Taxes: Obama vs. Romney
BY Catherine Clifford
The Presidential candidates have been stumping for tax reform on the campaign trail, laying out two different approaches. Here's a comparison.
Democrats Nod to Entrepreneurs, Focus on Workers
BY Catherine Clifford
Obama, like Romney, also mentions Steve Jobs in speech -- but as example of what one can become, given the opportunity.
Obama Regrets Syntax of 'You Didn't Build That' Comment
BY Catherine Clifford
The President says that everybody present when he made his now controversial comment understood what he meant.
How Social Media Is Changing the Way Politicians Gather Information
BY Bruce Schoenfeld
A new generation of pollsters is taking advantage of social media to analyze and aggregate public opinion of candidates.
8 U.S. Presidents Who Started as Entrepreneurs
BY Kara Ohngren
Is a background in business essential to running the country? Here are several former presidents who transitioned from the boardroom to the Oval Office.
Should the U.S. President Have Business Experience? (Opinion)
BY Scott Shane
Why success in the private sector doesn't necessarily translate into an effective leadership.
Democratic Lawmakers Question NFIB's Motives for Small Business
BY Catherine Clifford
The small business organization that is leading the case against President Obama's health care reform act is asked to disclose its donor list.
7 Reasons Small Business Supports Romney (Opinion)
BY Scott Shane
Small-business owners overwhelmingly favor Mitt Romney over Barack Obama in the 2012 presidential election. Here are seven reasons why.
What Small Businesses Care About This Election Year
BY Catherine Clifford
New data reveals business owners' top concerns and confusion.
Play Video Small Business and the President's Cabinet (Video)
BY Catherine Clifford
President Obama recently made the head of the SBA part of his presidential cabinet. We speak with SBA Administrator Karen G. MIlls about what it means for U.S. small businesses.
Lowering Taxes on Manufacturers Won't Help Small Business (Opinion)
BY Scott Shane
Giving special treatment to one industry leads to misallocation of resources to that favored business sector.
Gas Prices, Health-Care Law Keep Small Businesses from Hiring
BY Catherine Clifford
While small-business owners are feeling slightly more optimistic about the economy, they aren't creating jobs, according to a new survey.
The JOBS Act: What You Need To Know
BY Catherine Clifford
President Obama signed the JOBS Act into law today. Here is a rundown of what's in it, when those provisions go into effect and how they could impact your business.
Want to Raise Money With Crowdfunding? Consider These Tips
BY Catherine Clifford
A new law will increase the ability of small-business owners to raise capital from crowdfunding. But proceed with caution.
Senate Passes JOBS Act, Clears Way for Crowdfunding
BY Catherine Clifford
After intense debate, the Senate adds a number of investor protections to the small-business bill. The Obama Administration indicated its support.
Six Small Business Proposals from Washington You Need to Watch
BY Catherine Clifford
The package of bills aims to increase access to funding for entrepreneurs.
A Proposal to Expand Health-Care Tax Credits for Small Businesses
BY Catherine Clifford
The Obama administration's 2013 budget includes a proposal to make health-care tax credits available to another 140,000 small businesses.
What the State of the Union Address May Hold for Small Businesses
BY Catherine Clifford
Here is a rundown of what small business owners and advocates hope to hear from President Obama as he addresses the nation tonight.
Obama Elevates Head of the SBA
BY Catherine Clifford
The president raised the head of the Small Business Administration to a Cabinet-level position, and proposed streamlining the agency with five others.



