The Shutdown: The Last Thing We Need is a Government Where Everyone Works Together
The ability of a minority to prevent the passage of legislation is a feature of good government — it's not a bug.
Mises Wire
An Interview with Bettina Bien Greaves
Mises's Bibliographer, Bettina Bien Greaves, has passed away at the age of 100.
Planned Obsolescence Isn’t Really a Problem
The concept of “planned obsolescence” makes no economic sense and is often an excuse for governments to harass and shake down innovative entrepreneurs.
The War on Cops: Where’s the Evidence?
Heather McDonald's book doesn't exactly demonstrate that a war on cops exists.
Economics Is Like Birdwatching — You Have to Know What to Look For
Using economics is akin to birdwatching, except for the fact that few untrained birdwatchers presume they have enough expertise to “educate” others.
Mises Explains the Difference Between Circulation Credit and Commodity Credit
Only one type of credit leads to real and sustainable economic growth.
When Government Shuts Down
The lesson of a government shutdown is that the world does not collapse when Uncle Sam takes the day off.
City Council Disregards Stripper Safety with “No-Touch” Rule
Forcing money-making opportunities underground — especially for women with few other choices — doesn't make anyone safer.
How Sound Economics Birthed the Video-Game Era
Technological know-how is not enough to make a high-tech endeavor successful.
A Sideways Skyscraper Curse?
Project Neon is the largest public works project in Nevada history.
