Tauquir Shayaan

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Not Your Grandfather’s America – Econlib

The Changing Landscape of Politics and Business in the 21st Century As the years pass by, it becomes

ESG and the Purpose of Corporations: Back to Basics

The ESG agenda, which stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance, has gained significant momentum in recent years. Originating

The Reluctant Activist, or Not Only Can You Fight City Hall, You Can Actually Win

In January 2004, David Henderson wrote an article titled "The Reluctant Activist, or Not Only Can You Fight

What Should Economists Do? A Historical Perspective

Buchanan's opposition to the traditional view of economics as a science of choice and his emphasis on exchange

Mind Your Metaphors – Econlib

Metaphors in Economics: A Closer Look In the realm of economics, metaphors play a crucial role in shaping

An Economic Approach to Homer’s Odyssey: Part I

The economic approach to Homer's Odyssey offers a unique perspective on the classic epic poem. Rather than trying

Understanding the Settler Colonialism Movement (with Adam Kirsch)

And, it also means that there's a kind of shared guilt or complicity that all non-indigenous people have

The Beauty of Trade, Again

Trade has always been a crucial aspect of the global economy, allowing individuals to access goods and services

Saving Money by Not Spending

How I Cut My Expenses in Half by Embracing a Frugal Lifestyle Living Like a Graduate Student to

Revealed preference

In today's political climate, it's important to pay attention to what government officials do, rather than just what

Let’s Talk Toasters – Econlib

In a recent statement, Vice President-elect J.D. Vance made a controversial remark about imported toasters, claiming that "a

My Top Ten EconLog Posts of 2024

Top 10 EconLog Posts of 2024 In 2024, I decided to compile what I consider to be the

What causes policy mistakes? – Econlib

The Importance of Targeting Nominal GDP Over Inflation in Monetary Policy In a recent post by Scott Sumner,

Concerns About Tariffs – Econlib

The Potential Impact of Donald Trump's Proposed Tariffs on the US Economy Donald Trump's reelection as President in

EconLog Price Theory: Cotton v Wool

Welcome back to our series on Price Theory problems with Professor Bryan Cutsinger. If you missed the previous