Tauquir Shayaan
Poor Elon Musk! – Econlib
While I don't want to come off as overly paternalistic, it's hard to ignore the fact that Elon…
The Debate That Never Ends
âIndividuals of good intention must harness governmental power to address our societal challenges: poverty, ignorance, and squalor. As…
Immortality: The Meaning of Buchanan’s Life
An insightful article by Peter Boettke on Econlib, titled âVirginia Political Economy: James Buchananâs Journey,â illustrates the intricate…
On Models – Econlib
Models are not just helpful; they are essential. The world around us is an intricate web of interactions,…
Adam Smith’s Economic Case Against Imperialism
Don Boudreaux reminds us that today marks the birthday of Adam Smithâat least according to the inscription on…
Your Seat Room Exceeds Your Allowable Freedom
In a rather ironic twist, I found myself reflecting on a recent news piece about Volkswagen's ID.Buzz electric…
Who Runs the Country? Nobody.
 Who Truly Runs the Country? In recent discussions across various media platforms, a curious theme has emerged:…
More Hidden Costs of Tariffs
Ever since Trump kicked off a global trade war on April 2, American companies have found themselves in…
How a Lawsuit Against Realtors Went Sideways
On March 15th, 2024, the Chicago-based National Association of Realtors (NAR) made waves with its announcement of a…
Does poverty cause homelessness? – Econlib
Exploring extremes can be quite enlightening. If we were to accept the notion that capitalism inevitably breeds selfishness,…
TACO vs. the Game-Theoretic Art of the Deal
Itâs clear that President Trumpâs response to the âTACOâ (âTrump Always Chickens Outâ) moniker isnât likely to earn…
Wrapping up Fewer Rules, Better People
Barry Lamâs book, Fewer Rules, Better People: The Case for Discretion, offers a thought-provoking examination of the tension…
The Market Isnât a Tool
In a sharply insightful piece titled âJD Vance is Wrong: The Market Isnât a âToolââ published in the…
The New Deal’s False Promise
[ Note: This article was originally published on March 10, 2025 by Scott Sumner at his substack under…
Virginia Political Economy: James Buchanan’s Journey
In James M. Buchanan and Liberal Political Economy, Richard Wagner contends that James Buchanan's academic contributions aimed to…