Why Central Bankers Think They’re Doing Good for the Economy
The only reason why the illusion that central authorities can grow an economy appears to be real is because of a still expanding pool of real savings.
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Argentina’s Peso Collapse Is a Warning Sign
The recent collapse of the Argentine Peso and other emerging currencies doesn't bode well for the global economy.
The Rothbard Deniers Are Wrong
In some Austrian circles, it's popular to downplay Murray Rothbard's significance to the Misesian tradition. History isn't on their side.
What Is Cultural Marxism?
Cultural Marxism is the philosophy that underlies today's trend toward crushing all dissenting opinions.
A “Universal Basic Income” Costs More Than You Think
Basic-income schemes siphon off resources from employers who could have used them to increase worker productivity — and worker incomes.
The Problem with Government Licensing Schemes
Government licensing hurts employment, reduces competition — and thus quality — and serves to line the pockets of the established firms who benefit.
Net Neutrality Is Dead — But Now Some States Want to Revive It
Democratic governors are implementing their own versions of net neutrality.
Deutsche Bank’s Troubles Raise Worries About the Future of the Euro Zone
Big banks like Deutsche Bank have the potential to take an entire economy hostage: When they get into trouble, they can drag everything down with them.
The Cronyist Origins of Social Security
The big-business-connected creators of Social Security sought to use the system to punish their competitors in the small-business sector.
Stop Using Suicides to Push for Bigger Government
Recent media coverage suggests more government spending and more government control is the only "solution" to rising suicide rates in America.
