ILSR Statement on Breonna Taylor
The lack of charges in Breonna Taylor’s killing is yet another dispiriting — and infuriating — reminder of the profound inequalities that plague America’s justice and policing systems.… Read More
Report: 47 States Could Meet 100% of Electricity Needs Using In-State Renewables
If each U.S. state took full advantage of its own renewable energy resources, would it be sufficient to satisfy that state’s electricity consumption? The answer, in almost every state, is a resounding yes.… Read More
ILSR Joins Allies to Launch “Protect Our Restaurants” Campaign
A coalition of 35 independent restaurants and economic justice organizations, including ILSR, today launched Protect Our Restaurants, a new organizing campaign aimed at exposing the unfair and uncompetitive practices used by dominant delivery apps to exploit small businesses, workers, and consumers.… Read More
Report: Most Americans Have No Real Choice in Internet Providers
This report investigates broadband competition in communities across the country.… Read More
ILSR Research Cited in Congressional Antitrust Hearing
ILSR research was cited in the congressional hearing to investigate monopoly power in Big Tech. … Read More
Stacy Mitchell’s Statement on Jeff Bezos’ Testimony Before Congress
Statement from Stacy Mitchell, Co-Director of the Institute for Local Self-Reliance, regarding Jeff Bezos’ testimony before the House Antitrust Subcommittee. … Read More
Clean Energy Advocates Release Xcel Energy Integrated Resource Plan “Report Card”
A report card released today by clean energy advocates gave Xcel Energy high marks for retiring existing coal plants, low marks for equity, and a failing grade for their proposal to build a large gas plant in Central Minnesota.… Read More
Our Guide Gives State and Local Leaders Tools to Fight Corporate Monopolies
As state and local leaders grapple with how to create a true recovery — one that lifts wages, fosters small businesses, and rebalances power — combating outsized corporate power is a key strategy. Check out ILSR’s guide to antimonopoly policies for states and cities. … Read More
Stacy Mitchell’s Statement on the EU’s Antitrust Charges Against Amazon
ILSR Co-Director Stacy Mitchell released the following statement in response to the news that the European Union will file antitrust charges against Amazon, regarding the company’s treatment of third-party sellers … Read More