A bloated welfare state is a drag on economic performance.
Daily Analysis
Coronavirus Lessons from Europe
It may be worse in nations where government has the most control over healthcare.
Paternalism in the European Union
Which nations have the most onerous rules governing private behavior?
European Tax Greed and American Tech Companies
They view American tech companies as a potential source of loot.
Best and Worst of 2019
Notable policy developments.
Great Moments in British Government
Insiders use government as a racket to enrich their lifestyles.
U.K. Election Week, Part V: A Tory Landslide for Brexit and Beyond
That was some result!
U.K. Election Week, Part IV: A Final Edition of Brexit Humor (Hopefully)
A last opportunity to share some Brexit-themed humor.
U.K. Election Week, Part III: Remembering Margaret Thatcher
She oversaw a dramatic increase in economic liberty.
U.K. Election Week, Part II: Political Humor
Even though the prospect of a hard-core socialist government for the U.K. isn’t funny








