Count on us to debunk the victimization narrative about women and to fight against government micromanagement of workplaces.                          
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Welcome to the April MidPoint newsletter. Happy anniversary to us! We are celebrating our third year as a standalone center at IWF. As a sign of our growing influence, one of our policy experts will testify today in a House committee hearing on labor policy.

As Tax Day approaches, we are debunking myths about who pays the most in federal taxes. Plus, we give you the latest inflation numbers and what they mean for everyday Americans.

Keep reading for the latest economic, labor, and tech analysis from Independent Women’s Forum’s Center for Economic Opportunity (CEO).

Patrice Onwuka
Director, Center for Economic Opportunity


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Congressional Hearing | Unlocking Opportunity: Allowing Independent Contractors to Access Benefits ([link removed])

Today, Gabriella Hoffman, IWF Senior Policy Analyst for the Center for Economic Opportunity, testified before the House Education & the Workforce Committee, Subcommittee on Workforce Protections, on portable benefits for independent contractors.
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Accelerating April Inflation Report Is Cause for Concern ([link removed])

Yesterday, the Bureau of Labor Statistics announced that inflation as measured by the consumer price index (CPI) on all items increased by 3.5% for the 12 months ending in March—up from 3.2%. Core inflation, which excludes volatile energy and food prices, held steady at a pace of 3.8% in March from a year prior. The shelter and food indices increased 5.7% and 2.2%, respectively, over the past 12 months. Real wages increased by 0.6%.
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** HAPPY ANNIVERSARY ([link removed])
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Independent Women’s Forum’s Center for Economic Opportunity Celebrates Third Anniversary ([link removed])

Since its launch in 2021, the center has become a necessary voice and trusted source for common-sense policy solutions that improve our economy, strengthen businesses big and small, and expand workplace flexibility, freedom, and opportunity…

“Count on us to debunk the victimization narrative about women and to fight against government micromanagement of workplaces and the economy. We promote free enterprise because we believe that when government is limited, women and all Americans can enjoy freedom and opportunities.”
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* ICYMI: Real Clear Policy | Don’t Get Numb to the National Debt Numbers ([link removed])
* Trending: Two Truths and a Lie: Who Pays the Most Taxes? ([link removed])
* Must-Read: New Study Shows Biden’s Plan To Punish Banks Actually Hurts Consumers ([link removed])
* ICYMI: IWF Responds To March Jobs Report ([link removed])
* Must Read: D.C. Journal | Latinos Dominate the U.S. Gig Economy — Now, They Face Greater Risk of Loss ([link removed])
* Hot Take: Could a $20 Happy Meal Be the Price of California’s New $20/Hour Minimum Wage? ([link removed])
* Blog: It’s Ok for Women To Approach Work (And Home) Differently Than Men ([link removed])

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