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The Agony of the Welfare State, Finnish Style
Wanted: more babies to feed the welfare state.
Week in Review: September 16, 2017
"Politicians who compromise and seek bipartisanship are the most dangerous among the entire crew in Washington."
The Space Race Is Now “Privatized” — But You’re Still Paying for It
"Ultimately, this is going to be a huge public-private partnership," says Elon Musk, as he rakes in taxpayer money.
Is Forced Military Service Good for the Economy?
The latest argument in favor of conscription is that it's good for the economy. But, it's all just another central-planning scheme.
What If Every Person Paid an Equal Share of the Military Budget?
If military costs were spread out evenly, a family of four would be paying more than $9,000 per year.
Congress Exploits Hurricane to Raise Debt Ceiling
The Republicans aren't letting this crisis go to waste. They're using it to put American taxpayers deeper in debt.
Mark Thornton: Trump’s Deal With Dems Increases His Power over GOP
Trump has successfully used the Democrats as leverage against a do-nothing GOP Congress.
The Week in Review: September 9, 2017
It is during times of crisis like this, when government feels the greatest need to control, that sound economics is most needed.
How the Feds Blocked Effective Flood Insurance
Government agencies have helped to encourage urban and suburban development in flood plains and other disaster-prone areas.