Tag: Econlib
International Trade Exam Question – Econlib
Question: A key objective of NAFTA (and its successor agreements) has been to foster economic integration among North…
Elasticity and Tax Burdens – Econlib
The Financial Times recently published an article examining the implications of a proposed tax on Chinese vessels operating…
Recent Mistakes I’ve Made – Econlib
 Trump's Trade Tactics: A Lesson in Economic Reality As we approach Liberation Day on April 2, I…
What Ought Economists Do? – Econlib
The recent tariffs imposed by Donald Trump have ignited a spirited debate among economists and laypeople alike: Are…
Social Contract Ambiguity – Econlib
In his thought-provoking book, The Problem of Political Authority, Michael Huemer delves into the contentious issue of political…
The new China Shock – Econlib
Debunking the Trade and Unemployment Myth: A Closer Look at U.S.-China Relations There's a pervasive myth that trade…
Pointless Wars – Econlib
In my earlier discussions, I've pointed out the dangers of ambiguity in foreign policy, drawing on the example…
Why Methodological Cosmopolitanism? – Econlib
Understanding Methodological Cosmopolitanism in Economics Cosmopolitanism posits that humanity forms a single global community, advocating for universal principles…
Is fiscal policy effective? – Econlib
Valerie A. Ramey from the Hoover Institution has recently published an intriguing NBER paper that delves into the…
Tariffs and Inflation – Econlib
As I pen this analysis, a deluge of commentary is flooding the digital landscape regarding the inflationary effects…
Defending Apple’s DEI Program – Econlib
DEI, or Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, has faced its fair share of critiques, with some even likening it…
Manuel Klausner, Joyous Libertarian – Econlib
If you seek his monument, just take a look around. It was with a heavy heart that I…