by Dan Mitchell | Nov 15, 2023 | Big Government, Blogs, Economics, Regulations
This week is focusing on Reaganomics, both to learn what happened in the 1980s and to determine whether similar policies are needed today. I’m citing a paper I wrote for the Club for Growth Foundation. In Part I, we reviewed Reagan’s successful record...
by Dan Mitchell | Aug 13, 2023 | Big Government, Blogs, Regulations, Taxation
Americans can see how their states rank for overall economic liberty. Economic Freedom of North America.Freedom in the 50 States.Report on Economic Freedom. They can also see how states rank for fiscal policy. State Business Tax Climate Index.Fiscal Policy Report Card...
by Dan Mitchell | Aug 12, 2023 | Big Government, Blogs, Regulations
I’ve complained about excessive bureaucracy at the Food and Drug Administration. And this is not just run-of-the-mill grousing about red tape. The FDA actually is responsible for needless deaths because of pandemic...
by Dan Mitchell | Jul 25, 2023 | Big Government, Blogs, Regulations
In addition to discussing politicians and insider trading, I also was asked about antitrust laws during my recent CNBC appearance. As you might imagine, I expressed skepticism about Biden’s plan for a more interventionist approach. My view is that mergers should...
by Dan Mitchell | Jul 17, 2023 | Big Government, Blogs, Regulations
Given the pro-big-government leanings of journalists, I sometimes complain about media bias. That being said, you can sometimes find displays of common sense and sound thinking. Even from places that almost always support bigger government and more...
