Tag: Econlib
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…
On Models – Econlib
Models are not just helpful; they are essential. The world around us is an intricate web of interactions,…
Does poverty cause homelessness? – Econlib
Exploring extremes can be quite enlightening. If we were to accept the notion that capitalism inevitably breeds selfishness,…
Life After College – Econlib
Can the four-year degree truly be salvaged? For the majority of learners, I posit that it cannot. As…