How the Pentagon Devours the Budget
In explaining the flood of funding headed toward weapons contractors, one defense analyst noted that “diplomacy is out; air strikes are in."
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Against Trump’s Tariffs
The verdict of sound economics is universal. Tariffs cripple economies, reduce the standard of living, and pit some groups against others.
No, the President Is Not Our Coach
In spite of what Laura Ingraham and some pro athletes seem to think, the president is not in any way America's "coach."
Paul Cantor on Shakespeare, the Romans, and Austrian Economics
For Shakespeare, the story of the Roman Republic is a tragedy. Like one of its heroes, the Republic was eventually destroyed by its own success.
Chief Powell Is Walking a Monetary Tightrope Blind
The new Fed Chief Powell was optimistic at Congressional hearings this week. But he may have inherited a quickly-expiring boom.
The Myth of America’s “Stingy” Welfare State
With welfare, the US outspends Canada and Australia, and is on a par with Switzerland. On government healthcare, the US outspends nearly everyone.
Measuring the Global ECONOMIC Temperature
Here are two ways to gauge the strength of the world economy.
Shadow Imperialism: American Filibusters in Latin America
The US government was not involved in these early attempts by Americans to seize control of neighboring countries. But the imperialist impulse was the same.
Everything You Need to Know about Federal Spending in Five Charts
It’s time to address the budget in a comprehensive fashion.
