Balancing conflicting libertarian objectives…
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The State of Washington Should Learn a Very Important Lesson from Connecticut about the Dangers of an Income Tax
Why I’m so vocal against tax hikes.
Which States Are Most Drunk on Beer Taxes?
Winners and losers in the beer tax contest.
America’s Ever-Rising Tax Burden
The federal government is collecting a record amount of money, even after adjusting for inflation.
Red Light Cameras, Government Greed, and the Libertarian Quandary
Are red-light and speed cameras good or bad?
The Best-Ever Argument for Federalism
Vermont’s abandonment of single-payer shows why federalism is such a good system.
Detroit Still Not Serious About Getting Its House in Order
Detroit’s bankruptcy was created by decades of fiscal irresponsibility. Politicians ruined the economy with high taxes to finance their lavish spending and depleted the tax base. Given this track record, you would think the city would take a more responsible…
Repeal the Gas Tax…and Get Rid of the Department of Transportation
More than three years ago, I wrote that the Department of Transportation should be dismantled for the simple reason that we’ll get better roads at lower cost with the federalist approach of returning responsibility to state and local governments. I echoed those…
From Wyoming to New York: America’s Best and Worst States for Tax
Last August, I shared a fascinating map from the Tax Foundation. It showed which states have chased away taxable income and which ones have attracted more taxpayers (along with their taxable income). In other words, what are the “Golden Geese” doing with their money?…
Another Edition of “Great Moments in State and Local Government”
I’ve been asked whether I’m a hypocrite because I support decentralization while at the same time being critical of state and local governments. I don’t think there’s any inconsistency in my position. Here’s some of what I wrote last July. I’m…