The “Lucas Critique” Is Misesian at its Core
Like Mises, economist Robert Lucas understood that realities of human action make it impossible to treat economics as if it were a physical science.
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Millennials Love Free Markets, But Don’t Understand Them
How is it possible for Millennials to favor both a socialist government and a capitalist economy? It is simple, they don't truly understand the concepts.
Why Social Welfare Programs and Democracy Cannot Co-Exist
John Stuart Mill and Ludwig von Mises realized that democracy can only work if the voters pay more into the system than they take out of it.
The Unique Evil of the Left
Since the French Revolution, leftism has served as the impetus for many of the state's worst massacres and totalitarian impulses.
Brexit Shows Why Central Planning Won’t Work
Central planning relies on successfully predicting the future. Unfortunately for central planners, this is an impossible task.
Was Mises a Cynic?
Mises maintained that humans act out of self interest. But that doesn't mean others can't benefit from those actions, regardless of intent.
It’s the Fourth of July! Why Am I Sad?
When I was a kid, I loved Independence Day. Now it just makes me sad.
