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  Nidhi Hegde, Interim Executive Director, Economic Liberties · [email protected]
March 12, 2024 at 5:43 PM

Upcoming Economic Liberties Virtual Events on Airlines, Private Rights of Action

Economic Liberties invites you to join us for two exciting virtual events. Beyond Antitrust Policy Talk: How to Fix FlyingMarch 13 at 12:30pm EST Private Rights of Action Webinar with COSALMarch 20 at 2:00pm EST Hello,   Economic Liberties invites you to join us for two exciting virtual events.  Bey…
  Nidhi Hegde, Interim Executive Director, Economic Liberties · [email protected]
March 8, 2024 at 6:58 PM

Join Us For Our Next “Beyond Antitrust" Policy Talk: How to Fix Flying

On March 13 at 12:30 pm EST, join us for virtually for our second “Beyond Antitrust” policy talk as we discuss our new whitepaper with Vanderbilt Policy Accelerator on how to regulate air travel in America and address systemic issues with safety and the passenger experience.Join Economic Liberties f…
  Nidhi Hegde, Interim Executive Director, Economic Liberties · [email protected]
February 29, 2024 at 10:02 PM

Join Economic Liberties and COSAL for a Virtual Event on Private Rights of Action

On March 20 at 2:00 PM ET, join the American Economic Liberties Project and the Committee to Support Antitrust Laws for a virtual conversation on the ways in which the private sector is tackling corporate powerPrivate Rights of Action: How Consumers, Workers, and Businesses are Fighting Corporate Po…
  Nidhi Hegde, Interim Executive Director, Economic Liberties · [email protected]
February 21, 2024 at 6:57 PM

REMINDER: Join Economic Liberties for a New Policy Conversation Series “Beyond Antitrust”

We’re launching a new policy conversation series “Beyond Antitrust” to talk about big ideas on how markets can be structured and regulated to be open and fair to all stakeholders.Tomorrow: Join Economic Liberties for a New Policy Conversation Series “Beyond Antitrust”Topic: Competition Guardrails fo…
  Nidhi Hegde, Interim Executive Director, Economic Liberties · [email protected]
February 16, 2024 at 9:15 PM

Join Economic Liberties for a New Policy Conversation Series “Beyond Antitrust”

We’re launching a new policy conversation series “Beyond Antitrust” to talk about big ideas on how markets can be structured and regulated to be open and fair to all stakeholders.Join Economic Liberties for a New Policy Conversation Series “Beyond Antitrust” Topic: Competition Guardrails for an Effe…
  Nidhi Hegde, Interim Executive Director, Economic Liberties · [email protected]
February 8, 2024 at 5:53 PM

Big Ideas to Fix Airlines, Successfully Implement CHIPS, Ban Junk Fees in the States, Challenge Algorithmic Price Fixing and More.

It's been a busy past few months for Economic Liberties and the anti-monopoly movement. Get caught up in our latest newsletter.FEATURED: Airline Regulation Agenda Takes OffEver since we called the broken airline industry “the prototypical story of deregulation” in our 2021 report The Courage To Lear…
  Nidhi Hegde, American Economic Liberties Project · [email protected]
January 22, 2024 at 7:22 PM

D.C. Happy Hour: How to Fix Flying

Join us in Washington, D.C. on January 30 at the National Press Club for a happy hour conversation on how to fix flying! How to Fix Flying: A New Approach to Regulating the Airline IndustryA Happy Hour conversation hosted by the American Economic Liberties Project and Vanderbilt Policy Accelerator T…
  Nidhi Hegde, American Economic Liberties Project · [email protected]
January 17, 2024 at 9:23 PM

Join Us Tomorrow: How States Can Throw Junk Fees in the Trash

Tomorrow, January 18 at 1 PM ET, join the American Economic Liberties Project for a virtual workshop on how state legislators can end exploitative junk fees in their local communities. Hello,  Economic Liberties has a busy event schedule this January, with timely virtual workshops we’d love for you …
  Nidhi Hegde, Managing Director of Economic Liberties · [email protected]
January 10, 2024 at 10:33 PM

Virtual Event: The Case for Breaking Up Live Nation/Ticketmaster

On January 23 at 1 PM ET, join the American Economic Liberties Project for a virtual discussion on what type of case the DOJ could bring to break up Live Nation-Ticketmaster and restore competition to the live events industry. The Case for Breaking Up Live Nation-TicketmasterPanel discussions with a…
  Nidhi Hegde, Managing Director of Economic Liberties · [email protected]
January 5, 2024 at 3:18 PM

Virtual Workshop: How States Can Throw Junk Fees in the Trash

On January 18 at 1 PM ET, join the American Economic Liberties Project for a virtual workshop on how state legislators can end exploitative junk fees in their local communities. How States Can Throw Junk Fees in the Trash Virtual Workshop ft. State Reps. Pisciottano (PA) and Ortiz (AZ) Thursday, Jan…
  Nidhi Hegde, Managing Director of Economic Liberties · [email protected]
October 24, 2023 at 3:39 PM

Join Sen. Warren, Joe Stiglitz, and Rethink Trade Tomorrow: Ending ISDS in the Americas!

Please join Sen. Elizabeth Warren, Nobel laureate Joe Stiglitz, and Rethink Trade tomorrow at 1:30 PM ET for exciting news about ending the dangerous Investor-State Dispute Settlement (ISDS) regime. Join Sen. Warren, Joe Stiglitz, and Rethink Trade Tomorrow: Ending ISDS in the AmericasWednesday, Oct…
  Nidhi Hegde, Managing Director of Economic Liberties · [email protected]
October 19, 2023 at 3:30 PM

Join Us! How States Can Take On Big Medicine, Feat. MN State Senator Erin Murphy

On October 23 at 12 PM ET/ 11 AM CT, join the American Economic Liberties Project for a virtual workshop on how states can challenge corporate power in the health care industry, featuring keynote remarks from Minnesota State Senator Erin Murphy.How States Can Take On Big MedicineFeat. Minnesota Stat…
  Nidhi Hegde, Managing Director of Economic Liberties · [email protected]
October 17, 2023 at 8:41 PM

New Economic Liberties Paper Series Unpacks Importance of Competition in U.S. Industrial Policy

Economic Liberties has launched a new Industrial Policy and Competition series that examines the intersection of competition policy and industrial policy.Hello,   The Biden administration is breathing new life into industrial policy in the U.S. with over $1.72 trillion in investment through the 2022…
  Nidhi Hegde, Managing Director of Economic Liberties · [email protected]
October 13, 2023 at 4:02 PM

Join Us! How States Can Take On Big Medicine, Feat. MN State Senator Erin Murphy

On October 23 at 12 PM ET/ 11 AM CT, join the American Economic Liberties Project for a virtual workshop on how states can challenge corporate power in the health care industry, featuring keynote remarks from Minnesota State Senator Erin Murphy.How States Can Take On Big MedicineFeat. Minnesota Stat…
  Nidhi Hegde, Managing Director of Economic Liberties · [email protected]
August 14, 2023 at 3:41 PM

FTC Chair Khan, Antitrust AAG Kanter, and Advocates Join Economic Liberties to Discuss Merger Guidelines

Last week, Economic Liberties and a diverse group of national and state anti-monopoly partners were lucky to sit down virtually with FTC Chair Lina Khan and Assistant Attorney General for Antitrust Jonathan Kanter to break down the antitrust agencies’ draft merger guidelines.Dear friends, Last week,…
  Nidhi Hegde, Managing Director of Economic Liberties · [email protected]
August 9, 2023 at 1:30 PM

You're Invited: Breaking Down the Draft Merger Guidelines ft. AAG Kanter & Chair Khan

On August 10 at 2pm ET, FTC Chair Lina Khan and DOJ AAG Jonathan Kanter will join us to discuss how small business owners, workers, and entrepreneurs should view the draft guidelines, what they will mean for the future of the economy, how they will revitalize antitrust law, and why feedback from pub…
  Nidhi Hegde, Managing Director of Economic Liberties · [email protected]
August 3, 2023 at 6:30 PM

You're Invited: Breaking Down the New Merger Guidelines ft. AAG Kanter & Chair Khan

On August 10 at 2pm ET, FTC Chair Lina Khan and DOJ AAG Jonathan Kanter will join us to discuss how small business owners, workers, and entrepreneurs should view the new guidelines, what they will mean for the future of the economy, how they will revitalize antitrust law, and why feedback from publi…
  Nidhi Hegde, Managing Director of Economic Liberties · [email protected]
May 11, 2023 at 5:46 PM

Celebrating the Anti-Monopoly Summit with Pres. Biden, Policymakers, Business & Labor Leaders, Advocates, and You

This time last week, our team was convening the first ever Anti-Monopoly Summit; today I’m writing to celebrate it! Our Summit was nothing short of a successful, joyful day that demonstrated the momentum and growth of the the Anti-Monopoly movement Dear friends, This time last week, our team was con…
  Nidhi Hegde, Economic Liberties · [email protected]
May 4, 2023 at 1:00 PM

LIVE NOW: The 2023 Anti-Monopoly Summit!

Tune in now to watch this year's Anti-Monopoly Summit. Dear Friend, Live from the Renaissance Hotel in Washington, D.C., it's the 2023 Anti-Monopoly Summit! Join us as we stream all of today's exciting mainstage remarks and panels. WATCH HERE! To see the full schedule and learn more about this yea…
  Nidhi Hegde, Economic Liberties · [email protected]
May 2, 2023 at 6:01 PM

How to Stream the 2023 Anti-Monopoly Summit!

Join this year's Anti-Monopoly Summit from afar. Dear Friend, We are just days out from the 2023 Anti-Monopoly Summit – and we're thrilled to say it will be a packed house! But if you will not able to join us in person, don't worry. We will be live streaming all mainstage remarks and panels; sign up…
  Nidhi Hegde, Economic Liberties · [email protected]
April 27, 2023 at 4:02 PM

NEW: Secretary Buttigieg to Speak at 2023 Anti-Monopoly Summit

We are pleased to announce that Secretary Pete Buttigieg will be joining us at the Anti-Monopoly Summit on May 4th. Dear Friend, We have some exciting news to share! We are pleased to announce that Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg will provide closing keynote remarks at Economic Liberties’…
  Nidhi Hegde, Economic Liberties · [email protected]
April 19, 2023 at 1:00 PM

Just-Released: The May 4, 2023 Anti-Monopoly Summit Schedule!

We are thrilled to share the full schedule for the 2023 Anti-Monopoly Summit! Join us May 4, 2023. Dear Friend, Today, we are excited to share our schedule for the 2023 Anti-Monopoly Summit on May 4th in Washington, D.C.! This action-packed agenda features prominent public officials, business and la…
  Nidhi Hegde, Economic Liberties · [email protected]
April 14, 2023 at 4:42 PM

NEW SPEAKERS ALERT: Rep. Summer Lee & Rohit Chopra to Join Anti-Monopoly Summit on May 4

We are thrilled to announce that two anti-monopoly warriors, CFPB Director Rohit Chopra and Congresswoman Summer Lee, will be joining us at the Anti-Monopoly Summit on May 4th. Dear Friend, We have some exciting news to share with you! We are thrilled to announce that two anti-monopoly warriors, Roh…
  Nidhi Hegde, Economic Liberties · [email protected]
April 11, 2023 at 3:30 PM

Anti-Monopoly Summit on May 4: Join Sen. Klobuchar, NEC Dir. Brainard, FTC Chair Khan and other leaders.

Join us for a one-day Summit as we gather this broad movement of grocers, pharmacists, farmers, tech entrepreneurs, labor leaders, federal and state policymakers, and legal experts.  Dear Friend, The anti-monopoly movement has swelled in prominence in recent years with historic appointments at multi…
  Nidhi Hegde, Managing Director of Economic Liberties · [email protected]
April 6, 2023 at 8:31 PM

New Leadership at Economic Liberties, DOT Joins Anti-Monopoly Fight, and the Anti-Monopoly Summit You Won’t Want to Miss

FEATURED: Airline Anti-Monopoly Fight Hits Mach 10 Speeds Standing up for passengers, workers, and communities across the country  — and echoing arguments from Economic Liberties’ aviation program — the Department of Justice Antitrust Division stepped in to block JetBlue’s anticompetitive and fare…
  Nidhi Hegde, Economic Liberties · [email protected]
April 4, 2023 at 6:30 PM

NEC Director Brainard & NLRB General Counsel Abruzzo Join Anti-Monopoly Summit on May 4 in Washington D.C.

Join us for a one-day Summit as we gather this broad movement of grocers, pharmacists, farmers, tech entrepreneurs, labor leaders, federal and state policymakers, and legal experts.  Dear Friend, The anti-monopoly movement has swelled in prominence in recent years with historic appointments at multi…
  Nidhi Hegde, Economic Liberties · [email protected]
March 28, 2023 at 4:30 PM

Join Us: Anti-Monopoly Summit on May 4, 2023 at the Renaissance Hotel, Washington D.C.

Join us for a one-day Summit as we gather this broad movement of grocers, pharmacists, farmers, tech entrepreneurs, labor leaders, federal and state policymakers, and legal experts.  Dear Friend, The anti-monopoly movement has swelled in prominence in recent years with historic appointments at multi…
  Nidhi Hegde, Economic Liberties · [email protected]
March 17, 2023 at 6:45 PM

Join Us: Anti-Monopoly Summit on May 4, 2023 at the Renaissance Hotel, Washington D.C.

Join us for a one-day Summit as we gather this broad movement of grocers, pharmacists, farmers, tech entrepreneurs, labor leaders, federal and state policymakers, and legal experts.  Dear Friend, The anti-monopoly movement has swelled in prominence in recent years with historic appointments at multi…
  Sarah Miller, Executive Director of Economic Liberties · [email protected]
March 10, 2023 at 9:00 PM

Thank You

Dear friends, Today I’m saying farewell to my exceptional colleagues at Economic Liberties and returning to public service as a Special Advisor to Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan. When I launched Economic Liberties three years ago with the support and encouragement of a small set of allies,…
  Sarah Miller, Executive Director of Economic Liberties · [email protected]
February 13, 2023 at 4:00 PM

The FTC Wants to Hear From YOU on Noncompete Clauses

Hi Friend, Today we’re writing to ask you for your help. Last month, the Federal Trade Commission proposed a ban on noncompete agreements. The agency estimates this change will put $300 billion back in working people’s pockets and help revitalize American entrepreneurship. It’s hard to overstate wh…
  Sarah Miller, Executive Director of Economic Liberties · [email protected]
January 31, 2023 at 3:00 PM

The FTC Wants to Hear From YOU on Noncompete Clauses

Hi Friend, Today we’re writing to ask you for your help. Earlier this month, the Federal Trade Commission proposed a ban on noncompete agreements. The agency estimates this change will put $300 billion back in working people’s pockets and help revitalize American entrepreneurship. It’s hard to over…
  Sarah Miller, Executive Director of Economic Liberties · [email protected]
January 25, 2023 at 2:30 PM

TODAY: Sen. Elizabeth Warren on What We Can Learn from Crypto's Meltdown

Join the American Economic Liberties Project and Americans for Financial Reform today, 1/25 at 1:30PM ET for a virtual event featuring remarks from Senator Elizabeth Warren on what we can learn from the rise and fall of the crypto industry. Learning From Crypto's Meltdown Featuring Senator Elizabeth…
  Sarah Miller, Executive Director of Economic Liberties · [email protected]
January 23, 2023 at 6:49 PM

You're Invited: Sen. Elizabeth Warren on What We Can Learn from Crypto's Meltdown

On Wednesday, January 25 at 1:30PM ET, join the American Economic Liberties Project and Americans for Financial Reform for a virtual event featuring remarks from Senator Elizabeth Warren on what we can learn from the rise and fall of the crypto industry. Learning From Crypto's Meltdown Featuring Sen…
  Sarah Miller, Executive Director of Economic Liberties · [email protected]
January 19, 2023 at 2:33 PM

The FTC Fights for Worker Power, RSVP to Hear Sen. Warren On Crypto’s Collapse, How to Fix Airlines for the NYT, and More!

Lina Khan’s Plan to Liberate U.S. Workers That was just one of dozens of headlines covering the FTC’s proposed rule to ban non-compete agreements from employment contracts, which the agency estimates will save working people $300 billion and help revitalize American entrepreneurship. As the Presi…
  Sarah Miller, American Economic Liberties Project · [email protected]
December 19, 2022 at 5:02 PM

Schumer's Legacy is On the Line

Before the end of the day today, Senator Majority Leader Chuck Schumer will decide whether to stand with working people, honest businesses, and American democracy by passing bipartisan legislation to strengthen antitrust enforcement — or whether to side with Big Tech and other corporate monopolies …
  Sarah Miller, American Economic Liberties Project · [email protected]
December 13, 2022 at 5:17 PM

Setting the Record Straight on SEC Chair Gary Gensler and Crypto

Since last month's collapse of FTX, crypto proponents and their political allies have attempted to deflect blame away from their own actions and pin responsibility on SEC Chair Gary Gensler, who has an impressive track record of standing up for the public's well-being and resisting the corrupting i…
  Sarah Miller, American Economic Liberties Project · [email protected]
December 9, 2022 at 7:00 PM

WATCH: Biden’s Antitrust Chiefs Speak at WSJ CEO Council and Federalist Society

As 2022 winds down, federal antitrust enforcers are sharing more about their efforts to address the consolidation of corporate power across the economy. Biden Antitrust Chiefs Speak at WSJ CEO Council and Federalist Society As 2022 winds down, federal antitrust enforcers are sharing more about the…
  Sarah Miller, Executive Director of Economic Liberties · [email protected]
November 15, 2022 at 4:15 PM

TONIGHT: “Thinking Big” with Chris Leonard

Join us for our latest installment of “Thinking Big” tonight, November 15 at 8pm ET / 5pm PT with Chris Leonard for a discussion about how decision-making at the Federal Reserve has accelerated income inequality and put our country's economic stability at risk. “Thinking Big” with Chris LeonardToni…
  Sarah Miller, Executive Director of Economic Liberties · [email protected]
November 9, 2022 at 4:30 PM

Join Us for “Thinking Big” with Chris Leonard

Join us for our latest installment of “Thinking Big” on Tuesday, November 15 at 8pm ET / 5pm PT with Chris Leonard for a discussion about how decision-making at the Federal Reserve has accelerated income inequality and put our country's economic stability at risk. “Thinking Big” with Chris LeonardT…
  Sarah Miller, Executive Director of Economic Liberties · [email protected]
October 27, 2022 at 3:01 PM

TONIGHT: Join Us for “Thinking Big” with Rana Foroohar

Join us for our latest “Thinking Big” discussion tonight, October 27 at 8pm ET / 5pm PT with Rana Foroohar for a conversation on global resiliency, prosperity, and democracy. “Thinking Big” with Rana ForooharToday, October 27, 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT “Globalization as we’ve known it for the last ha…
  Sarah Miller, American Economic Liberties Project · [email protected]
October 26, 2022 at 7:36 PM

MUST-WATCH TV: President Biden, Director Chopra, and Chair Khan Crack Down on Hidden Fees

President Biden, Director Chopra, and Chair Khan Crack Down on Hidden Fees “We’re putting real money back in the pockets of American families. It's good for them and good for businesses that follow the law."  With the cost of living top of mind, President Biden today joined antimonopoly champions…
  Sarah Miller, Executive Director of Economic Liberties · [email protected]
October 21, 2022 at 2:15 PM

REMINDER: Join Us for “Thinking Big” with Rana Foroohar

Join us for our latest “Thinking Big” discussion next Thursday, October 27 at 8pm ET / 5pm PT with Rana Foroohar for a conversation on global resiliency, prosperity, and democracy. “Thinking Big” with Rana ForooharThursday, October 27, 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT “Globalization as we’ve known it for th…
  Sarah Miller, American Economic Liberties Project · [email protected]
October 19, 2022 at 3:31 PM

#BreakUpTicketmaster

#BreakUpTicketmaster  Live Nation and Ticketmaster merged in 2010, and now own more than 70% of the primary ticketing and live event venues market. They use this power to jack up ticket prices, sneak in junk fees, and screw over artists, independent venues, and fans. Simply put, Live Nation-Ticket…
  Sarah Miller, Executive Director of Economic Liberties · [email protected]
October 13, 2022 at 7:46 PM

Join Us for “Thinking Big” with Rana Foroohar

Join us for our latest “Thinking Big” discussion on Thursday, October 27 at 8pm ET / 5pm PT with Rana Foroohar for a conversation on global resiliency, prosperity, and democracy. “Thinking Big” with Rana ForooharThursday, October 27, 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT “Globalization as we’ve known it for the …
  Sarah Miller, Executive Director of Economic Liberties · [email protected]
October 4, 2022 at 4:04 PM

You’re Invited: Big Tech’s “Digital Trade” Attack w/ Rep. Ro Khanna and Teamsters’ Pres. Sean O’Brien

On October 6 at 2:00 p.m. ET, join Rethink Trade for a town hall discussion with Rep. Ro Khanna, Teamsters General President Sean O'Brien, and Rethink Trade Director Lori Wallach.  Town Hall with Rep. Ro Khanna, Teamsters' Sean O'Brien, and Rethink Trade's Lori Wallach on Creating a Worker-Centered…
  Sarah Miller, Executive Director of Economic Liberties · [email protected]
September 27, 2022 at 7:04 PM

The President Cracks Down on Junk Fees, the FTC Takes on Power Buyers, a New Coalition to End Airline Greed, and More!

FEATURED: The President Cracks Down on Junk Fees CFPB Director Rohit Chopra and FTC Chair Lina Khan have made abolishing junk fees — which cost families tens of billions of dollars a year — a core part of their agencies’ priorities. Now, as a way to tackle inflation, the President has tasked his e…
  Sarah Miller, Executive Director of Economic Liberties · [email protected]
September 21, 2022 at 3:00 PM

REMINDER: “Thinking Big” with Kathryn Judge

What happens when power shifts from producers and consumers to the middlemen that connect them? Join us for our latest “Thinking Big” discussion next Tuesday, September 27 at 8pm ET / 5pm PT with Kathryn Judge to learn more. “Thinking Big” with Kathryn JudgeTuesday, September 27, 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 …
  Sarah Miller, Executive Director of Economic Liberties · [email protected]
September 16, 2022 at 3:00 PM

Join Us for “Thinking Big” with Kathryn Judge

What happens when power shifts from producers and consumers to the middlemen that connect them? Join us for our latest “Thinking Big” discussion on Tuesday, September 27 at 8pm ET / 5pm PT with Kathryn Judge to learn more. “Thinking Big” with Kathryn JudgeTuesday, September 27, 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM…
  Sarah Miller, Executive Director of Economic Liberties · [email protected]
September 12, 2022 at 3:00 PM

The Anti-Monopoly Fight Will Be in the States

On September 13-15 at 12:00 p.m. ET, join the American Economic Liberties Project for a series of workshops where we’ll hear from the elected champions on the frontlines of this movement. State and Local Workshops: Tools to Fight Corporate Power — and Win Featuring Minnesota AG Keith Ellison, Ill…
  Sarah Miller, Executive Director of Economic Liberties · [email protected]
September 6, 2022 at 4:01 PM

REMINDER: State & Local Workshops: Tools to Fight Corporate Power — and Win

On September 13-15 at 12:00 p.m. ET, join the American Economic Liberties Project for a series of workshops where we’ll hear from the elected champions on the frontlines of this movement. State and Local Workshops: Tools to Fight Corporate Power — and Win Featuring Minnesota AG Keith Ellison, Ill…