World Power, World Policy, and the United States in 1917
Like the European powers in the run up to the Great War, the United States was very active in new imperialist adventures.
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Concrete Economics: The Hamilton Approach to Economic Growth and Policy
There is little reason to think that Hamiltonian policies led to American prosperity.
Kevin Gutzman: Thomas Jefferson—Revolutionary
Dr. Gutzman discusses some of the overlooked ways Thomas Jefferson shaped America, and how Jefferson's radical views are often underplayed by many academics today.
Why the Feds Should Legalize Interstate Commerce in Healthcare
The Feds should allow consumers to purchase health insurance across state lines. This won't fix everything, but it's a start.
Abolish the One-Man Presidency
Alexander Hamilton wanted a strong single executive who could maximize "secrecy" and "dispatch." Unfortunately, he got what he wanted.
Break Up the USA
Everyone takes for granted that it’s normal for a country of 320 million to be dictated to by a single central authority. It's time to call it quits.
Our Huge Hidden Tax: Government Regulations
Eliminating government regulations is as critical as tax relief in turning the US economy around.
A Problem with National Homicide Statistics
Too much aggregation: It's not just a problem for economic data.
Federal Spending Grew More Under Bush and Reagan than Under Obama
If the experience of Bush years is any indication, we should brace ourselves now for big increases in government spending.
