Poverty in rich nations declined before modern welfare states.
Daily Analysis
Using the Tax Code to Increase Rents and Enrich Landlords
Why is Harris proposing such a destructive policy?
Greek Politicians Exacerbate a Spending Problem with Never-Ending Tax Increases
Even the IMF admits Greece may be on the wrong side of the Laffer Curve.
The Unpalatable Consequences of a Nationwide Carbon Tax
There’s no acceptable argument for a carbon tax.
Great Moments in British Government
Government should only step in when there’s a threat to life, liberty, or property.
Academic Studies Confirm that More Money for Politicians = More Corruption
What happens when politicians get a windfall of revenue from a centralized source.
Great Moments in Foreign Government
Mocking the spectacular screw-ups and bizarre blunders that are a feature of all governments.
The Second Social Security Crisis
Social Security does a crummy job of giving workers a decent amount of retirement income.
Is Norway a Role Model for “Democratic Socialism”?
Is this the most inaccurate claim ever?
Trade, Farm Subsidies, and Mitchell’s Law
Bad policy begets bad policy.