Governor Evers’ newest task force is looking for ways to slow down Wisconsin’s gig economy including companies like Uber and Lyft. Read More DWD Task Force Targets Wisconsin’s Gig Economy
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Wisconsin’s Uber Debate Pits the Free Market vs. Crony Capitalism
MacIver News Service – The debate over companies like Uber and Lyft has made its way to the state capitol. While cities like Madison have gone as far as filing a lawsuit against Uber to keep them from operating, a group of bipartisan legislators have put forth a bill that would standardize the regulations of ride-sharing companies statewide. Read More Wisconsin’s Uber Debate Pits the Free Market vs. Crony Capitalism
Madison Mayor Blasts Uber as “Free Enterprise Nonsense”
MacIver News Service – Mayor Paul Soglin testified in opposition to allowing the companies to operate without the normal regulations that are placed on existing cab companies. Soglin said Uber and Lyft’s business model is “built on exploitation” and subjects drivers to a “16th century version of serfdom.” Read More Madison Mayor Blasts Uber as “Free Enterprise Nonsense”
The Free Market Works, Just Ask Uber & Lyft
MacIver Perspective by Nick Novak – Hailing a cab in Washington, D.C. is nearly impossible and calling one to pick you up doesn’t guarantee it will actually happen, either. On a trip to D.C. about a year ago, I tried to take a cab to a meeting. After an eternal wait and no cab, one of my colleagues suggested Uber. Read More The Free Market Works, Just Ask Uber & Lyft