Trump’s Historic Opportunity with the Federal Reserve
Trump can have the largest impact on the Fed since 1936. The question is whether he listen to his Goldman Guys, or return to his Fed-skeptic roots?
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Why the War Party Loves to Call Foreign Leaders Insane
Why employ caution or think about the costs of war when we can wave everything aside with a "they're crazy!" claim, and proceed to pre-emptive war.
Slow Wage Growth Could Be Thanks to ‘Sticky Wages’
Wages can be "sticky" even in the absence of government. But the biggest problems with wage rigidity are often the result of government intervention.
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.
3 Good Things about “Price Gouging”
When sellers can price goods freely, we are all better able to plan and conserve for future use of essential goods.
Bank of Canada Raises Interest Rates … Again
For the second time in less than two months, the Bank of Canada has raised interest rates.
Stanley Fischer Is Out at the Fed
Many claimed that Fischer was an inflation hawk, but he was really a cheerleader for quadrupling of the Fed’s balance sheet and more.
Bank of Mexico: Bread Today, Hunger Tomorrow
The Bank of Mexico's reported profits are a short-term windfall that comes at the price of higher debt levels.
Markets, Not Government, Improve Race Relations
No, race relations aren't getting worse. They're far better than they were decades ago, and the marketplace has been a key factor in improving matters.
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.
