by Dan Mitchell | Oct 12, 2022 | Big Government, Blogs, Welfare and Entitlements
I have repeatedly opined that big government enables corruption. And I have also asserted over and over again that big government is a racket for the benefit of insiders. So you can understand why I...
by Dan Mitchell | Oct 2, 2022 | Big Government, Blogs, Welfare and Entitlements
I often cite the OECD’s data on “actual individual consumption” to show that the average American enjoys higher living standards than the average European. In this clip from a recent presentation, I compare the United States and France. I’m...
by Dan Mitchell | Jul 3, 2022 | Big Government, Blogs, Europe, Welfare and Entitlements
In this clip from an interview with Chile’s Axel Kaiser, I discuss “Wagner’s Law” and the lessons to be learned from fiscal policy in Western Europe. If you don’t want to watch the video, my discussion can be summarized in three sentences. Yes, welfare states in...
by Dan Mitchell | Jun 29, 2022 | Big Government, Blogs, Welfare and Entitlements
What’s the most depressing chart in the world? If you believe in limited government and you’re looking back in time, this example or this example are good candidates. But if we’re looking into the future, this chart from a new study by...
by Dan Mitchell | Mar 18, 2022 | Big Government, Blogs, Welfare and Entitlements
When debating big issues such as the size and scope of government, I like to think that facts matter. Maybe I’m being naive, but people should look at evidence before deciding whether to make government bigger or smaller. And with...
