Stephen Anderson

Articles

21st Century First 25 Years: US Government Bankruptcy

12/03/2025 Power & Market Stephen Anderson

A non-exhaustive review of government spending over the last quarter century.

11/26/2025 Power & Market Stephen Anderson

A vacancy tax is a charge imposed on property owners who leave residential or commercial properties unoccupied for a specified duration. As usual, a statist violation of property rights.

What Would Hayek and Mises Think about Mamdani?

11/11/2025 Power & Market Stephen Anderson

Based on their writings, what insights do Hayek and Mises provide about the recent election of Mamdani?

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Trump’s Tariff Ship Has Sailed: The Chinese Ship Levy

07/30/2025 Stephen Anderson

President Trump is proposing a $1.5 million levy on Chinese-built ships that enter US harbors. Since a majority of cargo ships have been produced by Chinese shipyards, the costs would be substantial. This action also would damage US exports, yet another unintended consequence of US policies.

Iran’s Central Planning Policies Harm Its Economy

07/03/2025 Stephen Anderson

Central planning thwarts Iran’s economy. Many Iranian government officials blame their nation’s economic demise on Western countries sanctions and not their policy choices.

Mexico’s Energy Sector Goes Backward

06/30/2025 Stephen Anderson

The government argues that restoring state control protects Mexico’s resources from foreign exploitation and ensures that profits benefit Mexican citizens. However, removing competition and transparency lead to inefficiencies, increased costs, and an unreliable energy supply.

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