There’s No Such Thing as an “American” Homicide Rate
When we look at rates on a state-by-state basis, homicide rates vary from 1.3 per 100,000 in New Hampshire to 11.8 per 100,000 in Louisiana.
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Unions Want Freedom of Association — But Only for Themselves
If workers have freedom of association, they also need the right to refuse to associate with unions, if they wish.
Disaster in Red: The Hundredth Anniversary of the Russian Socialist Revolution
We are still fighting the battle between the ideologies of freedom and individualism versus political planning and collectivism today.
Secession — Not Military Intervention — Can Help Venezuela
Secession and decentralization in Venezuela could help many escape from the out-of-control regime.
The Free Market Levels the Playing Field
We're told the rich only get richer, but under capitalism, old wealthy owners and industries are regularly replaced by new entrepreneurs and firms.
Why a Small State Is More “Voluntary” than a Big One
Because of their physical size, large states are able to exercise more state-like power than geographically smaller states.
Two Reasons Why The Mexican Peso Appreciated in 2017
After a rough 2016, the Peso has made gains in 2017.
International Trade Under the Soviets: A Comedy of Errors
Economic calculation is impossible under socialism. This is as true with international trade as with domestic.
More Populism Might Have Produced a Better Fed Chair
Trump's selection of Jerome Powell highlights a flaw in Hayek's strategy to change public policy through "second hand dealers of ideas."
GOP Tax Plan Increases the Most Insidious Tax
Politicians love the inflation tax because it allows them to increase taxes without having to vote for higher rates.
