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In contemporary times-and especially in this election year-there has been a lot of debate on whether the U.S. tax system leads to excessive redistribution.   Those on the right love to point to findings that show the top 1 percent ...

Many industries are coping with the effects of the struggling U.S. economy. Thankfully, the need for precision optics manufactured in the United States, especially in the Rochester area, shows that there is some light at the end of the tunnel. ...

Thomas Golisano's accomplishments as a philanthropist should not be underestimated, Timothy Shriver writes.

Health care reform gives us the framework to begin to attack this monumental problem in a way that can create sustainable, long-term solutions.

Under MCC's leadership, the SUNY consortium and manufacturers will help put thousands of displaced workers and veterans back to work.

As the marketplace reshapes itself into something we've never seen, leaders need fresh approaches.

Despite economic challenges that persist in many countries around the world, New York continues to be actively engaged in the global economy.

As most readers of this publication know, one of the most remarkable family-business success stories-the nation’s premier maker of pasta sauces-was born in Rochester.   LiDestri Foods is a tale of two families. Founded in 1975, Cantisano Foods grew significantly ...

Farming has always been a daunting enterprise. The work is hard and the hours are long. In addition to all the typical production and marketing obstacles faced by other business operators, there is the uncertainty posed by the weather. The ...

Closure came to the people in the office down the hall last week, and it wasn’t a pleasant experience for any of us. The final couple of weeks were highlighted by the afternoon when four guys showed up with a ...

Graphene patents should continue at a steady rate as further development continues.

The new regulations may lead to a new risk or liability for employers.

You may have missed it, but the third week in May was National Small Business Week, as proclaimed by the U.S. Small Business Administration.   One reason you may have missed it is that these businesses-dry cleaners, light manufacturers, carpenters, ...

This summer, let's make sure you and your fellow small-business owners are prepared to support and be a part of our growing travel and tourism industry.

Small-business owners don't necessarily want more or less government; they want smarter, more efficient government.