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\[!\[Wyoming Liberty Group\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/images/2020/06/01/wy-logo-lg-trees.png)!\[Wyoming Liberty Group\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/images/2020/06/01/wy-logo-sm-trees.png)\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/) \[\](#)- \[Home\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/) - \[About\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/javascript:void(0);) - \[Who We Are\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/about/who-we-are) - \[Core Principles\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/about/core-principles) - \[Staff &amp; Board\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/about/staff) - \[Current Posts\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/current-posts) - \[Topics\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/javascript:void(0);) - \[Wyliberty Policy Compass\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/wyliberty-policy-compass) - \[Economic\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/economic) - \[Education\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/education) - \[Election Security Standards\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/election-security-standards) - \[Energy and Resources\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/energy-and-resources) - \[Eye on the Issues\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/eye-on-the-issues) - \[Government Programs\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/government-programs) - \[Health Care\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/health-care) - \[Keep Wyoming Strong\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/keep-wyoming-strong) - \[Legal\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/legal-perspectives) - \[Limited Government\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/limited-government) - \[Marijuana/THC\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/marijuana-thc) - \[Political\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/political-perspectives) - \[Property Rights\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/property-rights) - \[Regulation\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/government-regulation) - \[Spotlight on WyLiberty\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/spotlight-on-wyliberty) - \[Timeless Topics\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/timeless-topics) - \[Transparency\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/government-transparency) - \[Get Involved\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/javascript:void(0);) - \[Donation/Membership\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/get-involved/donate) - \[Newsletter\](https://mailchi.mp/3d5c211df744/newsletter-sign-up) - \[Contact \](https://mail.wyliberty.org/contact) - \[Search\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/search) ## Enjoy Our ### Blog <a></a>\## \[Economic Liberty, Entrepreneurship, and Transportation Network Companies in Wyoming\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/economic/economic-liberty-entrepreneurship-and-transportation-network-companies-in-wyoming) Thursday, 19 January 2017 \[Economic\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/economic) \[Regulation\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/government-regulation) Boyd Wiggam and Glenn Woods discuss economic liberty and the Transportation Network Companies bill before the Wyoming legislature that would allow internet-based, ride sharing companies like Uber and Lyft to operate in Wyoming. \[ Continue reading\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/economic/economic-liberty-entrepreneurship-and-transportation-network-companies-in-wyoming) ## \[Can We Rely on NAEP Rankings? Part 2\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/education/can-we-rely-on-naep-rankings-part-2) Wednesday, 18 January 2017 \[Education\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/education) <a> !\[\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/images/easyblog\_articles/989/b2ap3\_large\_Graph\_1\_Cost-per-Grade-8-NAEP.jpg) </a>Wyoming Liberty Group recently wrote Can We Rely on NAEP Rankings Part 1 Wyoming's rankings versus other states in National Assessment of Education Progress (NAEP) scores. We pointed out that, while our rankings look very good, appearances are deceiving. The scores were: Reading Grade 4 – Ranked 8th of 52 (50 states plus D.C. and Department of... \[ Continue reading\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/education/can-we-rely-on-naep-rankings-part-2) ## \[Can We Rely on NAEP Rankings?\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/education/can-we-rely-on-naep-rankings) Tuesday, 17 January 2017 \[Education\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/education) <a> !\[\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/images/easyblog\_articles/988/b2ap3\_large\_Graph-1\_2015-math-grade-4.jpg) </a>Wyoming is talking. In fact, many are happy. What they're jubilant about is Wyoming schools' 2015 National Assessment of Education Progress (NAEP) scores. There is room to be pleased about where Wyoming ranks versus other jurisdictions in reading and math in both Grades 4 and 8. Reading Grade 4 – Ranked 8th of 52 (50 states plus D.C. and Department... \[ Continue reading\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/education/can-we-rely-on-naep-rankings) ## \[Education Funding and Reform\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/education/education-funding-and-reform) Friday, 06 January 2017 \[Education\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/education) Bob Nelson talks with Doug Randall about developments in Wyoming education funding and reform. \[ Continue reading\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/education/education-funding-and-reform) ## \[Christmas Caroling Without Permission: Illegal in Cheyenne\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/legal-perspectives/christmas-caroling-without-permission-illegal-in-cheyenne) Thursday, 22 December 2016 \[Legal\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/legal-perspectives) <a> !\[\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/images/easyblog\_articles/985/b2ap3\_large\_b2ap3\_large\_Caroling\_1.jpg) </a>by Wyoming Liberty Group Staff Be careful where you're spreading holiday cheer this season. You could wind up in the slammer for six months or pay up to $750 in fines. According to an ordinance approved by the City of Cheyenne in 1897, it's technically unlawful to Christmas carol without a permit. The 120-year-old law isn't just a prime example of ... \[ Continue reading\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/legal-perspectives/christmas-caroling-without-permission-illegal-in-cheyenne) ## \[Four Theories of Criminal Justice\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/legal-perspectives/four-theories-of-criminal-justice) Monday, 19 December 2016 \[Legal\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/legal-perspectives) Anthony appeared on KGAB Radio to discuss four theories of criminal justice: Deterrence, Restraint, Retribution, and Rehabilitation. He and host, Gary Freeman, hashed out the good and bad of each theory and how they are addressed by Wyoming's proposed Criminal Justice Reform legislation. \[ Continue reading\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/legal-perspectives/four-theories-of-criminal-justice) ## \[Wyoming’s Other Liquor Problem (Part 2)\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/limited-government/wyoming-s-other-liquor-problem-part-2) Friday, 16 December 2016 \[Economic\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/economic) \[Limited Government\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/limited-government) by Wyoming Liberty Group Staff We have discussed how Wyoming's alcohol regulatory system limits new small business opportunities without effectively deterring destructive behavior attributable to alcohol. The state rankings of alcohol abuse measured by DUI arrests per capita and binge drinking rate highlight some similar rural states that have comb... \[ Continue reading\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/limited-government/wyoming-s-other-liquor-problem-part-2) ## \[Justice Reform Could Cut Healthcare Spending, Combat Potential Crisis\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/health-care/justice-reform-could-cut-healthcare-spending-combat-potential-crisis) Friday, 16 December 2016 \[Health Care\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/health-care) \[Legal\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/legal-perspectives) <a> !\[\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/images/easyblog\_articles/982/b2ap3\_large\_Projected\_Percentage\_Male\_Inmates\_Over\_50\_WYDOC.jpg) </a>by Wyoming Liberty Group Staff Criminal justice reform legislation will be on the agenda in the upcoming 2017 Wyoming Legislative General Session. Much has been said about criminal justice reform and its potential to save taxpayer dollars. The conversation typically revolves around lowering administrative costs, downsizing staff, and avoiding futur... \[ Continue reading\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/health-care/justice-reform-could-cut-healthcare-spending-combat-potential-crisis) ## \[Wyoming’s Other Liquor Problem (Part 1)\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/economic/wyoming-s-other-liquor-problem-part-1) Thursday, 08 December 2016 \[Economic\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/economic) \[Limited Government\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/limited-government) by Wyoming Liberty Group Staff Wyoming's disturbing rate of alcohol-related calamity is no secret. Two ways to measure alcohol abuse among adults are to look at DUI arrests per capita and binge drinking rate. These measures show Wyoming leads the nation in DUI arrests per capita and is in the CDC's second tier of states (out of three tiers) for bin... \[ Continue reading\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/economic/wyoming-s-other-liquor-problem-part-1) ## \[Reality Check\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/education/reality-check) Friday, 25 November 2016 \[Education\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/blog/education) <a> !\[\](https://mail.wyliberty.org/images/easyblog\_articles/977/b2ap3\_large\_Graph1\_National\_Assessment\_of\_Educational\_Progress.jpg) </a>Wyoming's Joint Interim Education Committee and Select Committee on Education Accountability both met on November 14th and 15th. The Legislative Service Office opened the agenda on the 14th with a fiscal update including a forecast out to 2021-22 which was grim, to say the least. 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