Tauquir Shayaan
The Enemy of Your Enemy is Not Your Friend
In a recent episode of EconTalk from January, host Russ Roberts engaged in a compelling dialogue with the…
Untenable Tenant Anger – Econlib
Today, I would like to revisit a theme I previously explored: the peculiar ways economics can evoke unexpected…
It Can’t Be A Coincidence!
Recently, co-bloggers Scott Sumner and Kevin Corcoran engaged in a fascinating dialogue about causation, coincidence, and identity (check…
Does the public favor rent control?
Let's take a moment to dissect a recent tweet that raises some intriguing points: When I relocated to…
The REAL Land of Cockaigne
Grocery stores are nothing short of modern-day temples of abundance. While roast chickens won't magically fly into our…
Be Glad It Isn’t Free
Individuals who immerse themselves in the world of economics often exhibit reactions that may seem peculiar to the…
The Effect of Price Controls on Oranges on the Price of Orange Juice
A Challenge in Price Theory. Recently, I posed a thought-provoking question to my economics students at the Naval…
Can a Constitution Limit the State?
In the realm of political philosophy, a significant rift exists between James Buchanan and Anthony de Jasay regarding…
James Marriott on Reading
Is the art of long-form reading on the brink of extinction? In a captivating discourse, journalist and cultural…
My Weekly Reading for July 20, 2025
by T J Martinelli, The Center Square, July 14, 2025. Excerpt: Washington state is staring down the barrel…
The Protective Effect of a Tariff
Tariffs, much like taxes, inevitably lead to a phenomenon known as deadweight loss within the economy. This loss…
It’s Time to Think About the Big Picture Again
While Paris remains picturesque and well-fed, our economy is navigating choppy waters, and the reasons behind this turbulence…
Selective Coincidences – Econlib
I found Scott Sumner’s recent exploration of our misconceptions regarding coincidences both enlightening and amusing. Our tendency to…
GDP and Living Standards – Econlib
Understanding the GDP Gap: The Illusion of American Superiority The International Monetary Fund (IMF) reports that the GDP…
Interest Rate Cuts and Federal Reserve Independence
Recently, President Trump has been vocally urging Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell to slash interest rates, igniting a…