The Plan to “End Government Control” of the BBC Isn’t As Good As It Sounds
The British Broadcasting Corp will remain firmly ensconced within the British state for the foreseeable future.
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Artificial Booms and the Theory of “Forced Saving”
It is impossible to force the economic development of society by artificially encouraging investment and initially financing it with credit expansion. This policy can only have benefits if economic actors also elect to begin saving more at the same time.
In Eastern Europe and Russia, Reminders of Communist Horrors Are Everywhere
If a century of bloodshed, murder, vast prison systems, and starvation won’t convince the advocates of communism among American millennials, then perhaps nothing will.
Why the “Economy Is an Engine” Metaphor is So Wrong
The economy is not an engine, or a tool, and does not perform any “work.” The economy is you and me.
Money Supply Growth Falls to 6-Month Low
Money supply growth fell in July, dropping to the lowest rate recorded since February of this year.
Governments Default on Debt More than You Think
It's not really true that governments can always just print money to pay off their debts.
Federal Employees Have Higher Pay, More Job Security Than Private Sector
The incredible wealth of the DC region is yet another reason for shrinking the size and scope of the federal government.
Reparations vs. Property Rights
When opposing modern schemes for "reparations," libertarians are taking a moral position defending property rights — they're not just deferring to the status quo.
New NAFTA Is Just Old Protectionism and Bad Economics
The new trade agreement will be simply an amalgamation of the old NAFTA, the previously rejected TPP, and some new protectionist measures.
Why Fiscal Stimulus Doesn’t Create Real Economic Growth
Since the government is not a wealth generating entity, how can an increase in government outlays revive the economy?
