Tag: Econlib
Small government in Somalia – Econlib
It’s not uncommon to hear progressives scoff at the notion of a “libertarian paradise” in Somalia, a country…
Thoughts from Crushing Capitalism – Econlib
In my examination of Norbert J. Michel’s Crushing Capitalism, which I referenced yesterday, I regrettably overlooked two noteworthy…
The Resilient American Dream – Econlib
The notion that the American dream has slipped beyond the reach of a significant portion of the…
Getting “Screwed” on Trade? – Econlib
Back in February, Donald Trump made a bold assertion that the European Union was established with the explicit…
June is Liberty Month – Econlib
Embrace the liberty trifecta, fittingly showcased on a platform backed by the Liberty Fund. Five years ago, I…
Lessons from Chinese history – Econlib
The Economist recently offered a compelling review of Johan Norberg's latest work, Peak Human. One particularly striking segment…
Gates, Giving, and Government – Econlib
For years, Bill Gates has been a prominent figure in philanthropy through the Gates Foundation. Recently, he made…
Mission accomplished? – Econlib
A recent Bloomberg article postulated that the Federal Reserve might consider proclaiming victory over inflation: While it may…
Seigniorage – Econlib
In my post from June 10 regarding the penny, I noted: The U.S. government profits quite handsomely from…
The Curious Task – Econlib
“The curious task of economics is to demonstrate to men how little they really know about what they…
Thoughts for Your Penny – Econlib
It's refreshing to see my co-blogger, Scott Sumner, tackle the anxieties surrounding the cessation of penny production.…
Poor Elon Musk! – Econlib
While I don't want to come off as overly paternalistic, it's hard to ignore the fact that Elon…