Corporate Welfare
The Politics of “Free” Trade Agreements
Anyone reading modern day trade agreements would not be surprised to discover that they focus less and less on reducing import duties, and more on developing national industries, promoting exports, and ensuring domestic policy space.
Sports Stadiums: Temples to Crony Capitalism
As one of the most subsidized non-profit organizations in American history, the NFL excels at tackling the American taxpayer.
Subsidies, Market Prices, and the 2014 Farm Bill
2014’s new US Farm Bill eliminates many direct subsidies to farmers, while replacing them with subsidized insurance programs. This will lead to higher costs for taxpayers and distorted markets in the future.
Higher Ed Cronyism in Serbia: A Case Study
One of the most common ways in which cronyism manifests itself in Serbia is when professional degrees and employment positions are awarded based on political party membership, and not on the basis of professional expertise.
Tax Cuts Are Only for the Powerful
Politicians tell us that tax cuts aren’t necessary for economic growth.
Corporate Raiders and Junk-Car Dealers: Economics and the Politics of the Merger Controversy
Fueled by almost frantic efforts to adjust and adapt in the face of intense inter- national competition, American industry undertook an immense cor
The Practical Science of Austrian Economics: An Interview with Thomas J. DiLorenzo
Volume 19, Number 4 (Winter 1999)
An Interview with Thomas J. DiLorenzo
Susette Kelo, et al. v. City of New London, Connecticut
Susette Kelo would like to continue living in her newly-restored, waterfront home of seven years.
Solidarity Forever: The Power Invested in Worker Collectives Under United States Law
It is evident that much of the debate in favor of unions is emotional.