Tauquir Shayaan

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Don’t Substitute Tariffs for Income Taxes: You’ll Get Both

The original tax-swap bargain that was implemented within a decade had promising intentions, but unfortunately, both elements of

Coase, the Rules of the Game, and the Costs of Perfection (with Daisy Christodoulou)

It disrupts the flow of the game, it disrupts the emotional intensity of the game. It disrupts the

The Elementary Economics of Tariffs and Protectionism

In a recent move by President Donald Trump, high tariffs were imposed on various goods, sparking a debate

My Weekly Reading for February 2, 2025

The Impact of Tariffs on North American Manufacturing by John Smith, The Economic Times, February 5, 2025. In

Does money make you happy?

Exploring the Relationship Between Income and Happiness When it comes to studies on happiness, there is often a

California Burning: Causes and the Way Forward

The recent Southern California fires have sparked a debate on the causes of the devastation. While some attribute

Introduction to R. R. Reno’s Return of the Strong Gods

Exploring the Return of the Strong Gods by R. R. Reno Over the past few years, there has

L.A. Fires: Consumers Are Price Gougers

The real estate market in Los Angeles County is currently experiencing a surge in prices, following the recent

Immigration and food prices – Econlib

The issue of high food prices has been a significant concern for the Biden administration, and there is

My First “Conversation” With DeepSeek

I recently had an intriguing encounter with DeepSeek V3, the Chinese chatbot that has been making headlines for

Jimmy Carter, the original DOGE-bro?

When it comes to ranking the worst US presidents in the post-WWII era, Jimmy Carter often found himself

Glenn Loury on the Enemy Within

Glenn Loury, a distinguished Professor of Economics and International and Public Affairs at Brown University, is renowned for

Some Numeracy About Tariffs on Tequila

Understanding the Impact of Tariffs on Tequila Prices As an advocate against tariffs, it is important to analyze

A Stormy Celebration of Globalization

Winter storms can be harsh and unforgiving, especially in regions like Central New York. As a visiting scholar

On Barbie and Impossible Expectations

The recent Barbie movie has sparked discussions about the societal expectations placed on women, particularly highlighted in a