The Competitive Enterprise Institute Daily Update

Issues in the News

1. HEALTH & SAFETY

The SEC changes rules that would have hindered efforts to fight avian flu.

CEI Expert Available to Comment: Fellow in Economics John Berlau on how seemingly arcane accounting policies can affect lives. 

2. GLOBAL WARMING

More than 90 environmental officials are expected to take part in this week’s U.N. climate talks in Montreal. 

CEI Expert Available to Talk: Director of Global Warming and International Environmental Policy Myron Ebell on why an emissions control proposal announced by one U.S. Senator is all economic pain for no environmental gain.

3. FIRST AMENDMENT

An Illinois judge has ruled against two laws that would place restrictions on the sale of video games to minors. 

CEI Expert Available to Comment: Assistant Editorial Director Peter Suderman on why a similar California law encourages parental irresponsibility. 

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