Before Roe v. Wade, Abortion Had Always Been a State and Local Matter
Prior to 1973, there were almost no federal laws on abortion, one way or the other. Even though abortion rates were quite high in the 19th century.
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Can China Really Dethrone the Dollar?
The reports of the end of the US dollar are greatly exaggerated.
Fed Nominee Marvin Goodfriend Lied to the Senate about Taxing Cash
If Marvin Goodfriend’s dangerous views on monetary policy didn’t disqualify him from the Fed, certainly his dishonest testimony today should.
Patients Are “Dying in Corridors” of Britain’s Socialised Health System
Britain's socialised healthcare system seems to be in a permanent state of crisis.
Conflicts of Interest in Government Are More Common than You Think
The common definition of "conflict of interest" is far too narrow, and should include taking campaign contributions in exchange for political favors.
Does Bitcoin Use Too Much Electricity?
An optimist says the glass is half full. A pessimist its half empty. And a Vox writer says if you drink 60 glasses in the next hour, it’ll kill you.
The Shutdown: The Last Thing We Need is a Government Where Everyone Works Together
The ability of a minority to prevent the passage of legislation is a feature of good government — it's not a bug.
The War on Cops: Where’s the Evidence?
Heather McDonald's book doesn't exactly demonstrate that a war on cops exists.
An Interview with Bettina Bien Greaves
Mises's Bibliographer, Bettina Bien Greaves, has passed away at the age of 100.
When Government Shuts Down
The lesson of a government shutdown is that the world does not collapse when Uncle Sam takes the day off.
