Economy
Short-term thinking
In the realm of policy-making, there is a constant tug-of-war between decisions that yield immediate gratification and those that lead to long-term benefits. This dichotomy often poses a significant challenge,…
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Lasted Economy
Critics of Free Markets Strike Out
Responding to Criticisms of Free Markets Recently, a group of economists signed a statement criticizing the idea of laissez-faire economics…
Don’t buy Greenland, sell Alaska
Why Selling Alaska to Canada Might Make Sense Every so often, there is renewed interest in buying Greenland. However, Greenland…
Hitting the Right Target with Monetary Policy
Central banks around the world typically have a mandate for price stability, which has traditionally been interpreted as maintaining a…
Fed Governor Bowman says December interest rate cut should be the last
Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman recently expressed her support for the recent interest rate cuts but emphasized that she does…
Michael Barr to step down as the Fed’s head of banking supervision to avoid clash with Trump
The Federal Reserve's top banking regulator, Michael Barr, will be stepping down next month, creating an opportunity for President-elect Donald…
Regulating Rents – Econlib
The housing market in America has been a topic of heated debate in recent years, with many Americans expressing disillusionment…
A Longer-Term Simon/Ehrlich Bet – Econlib
The Legacy of Julian Simon and the Famous Bet with Paul Ehrlich Many of you may be familiar with the…
Rational Crime and Subjective Probability
A Closer Look at Criminal Behavior: Lessons from True Crime As a self-professed true crime enthusiast, I often find myself…