FFM hosts capacity crowd for John Stossel On Tuesday evening April 17, an enthusiastic crowd of conservatives joined the Freedom Foundation of Minnesota for an evening with John Stossel. Stossel is currently on a national book tour promoting his recently released book, entitled “No, They Can’t: Why Government Fails- But Individuals Succeed.” …
Energy
FFM Bulletin 4/11/12
Serious Energy in serious trouble The California-based company formerly known as Serious Materials is in “serious trouble” according to industry sources. You might recall reading about Serious Materials/Serious Energy in a previous e-update. Two years ago, they were the focus of a Freedom Foundation of Minnesota (FFM) “crony capitalism” investigative report. …
Refunds Ordered for Utility Customers Gouged by Unpopular Environmentalist Energy Plan
Politically correct natural gas pilot program was focus of FFM investigation ST. PAUL, MN—Thousands of CenterPoint Energy ratepayers will receive refunds after being overcharged on their heating bills under an experimental natural gas pricing system unveiled in 2010 by Minnesota environmental groups and state regulators. The politically correct pricing program--designed to penalize …