Rational Optimism about Planet Earth
In his recent work on the greening of our planet, Matt Ridley discovered something interesting: likely scenarios in which humans contribute more to climate change (according to the IPCC) are…
Export-Import Bank: A Fiscal Policy Litmus Test
The Export-Import Bank is a federal agency that subsidizes the financing of U.S. exports, but the need for such a government agency has always been doubtful. Columnist Tim Carney explains…
Export-Import Bank: A Fiscal Policy Litmus Test
The Export-Import Bank is a federal agency that subsidizes the financing of U.S. exports, but the need for such a government agency has always been doubtful. Columnist Tim Carney explains…
A Plea to End Corporate Welfare
Crony capitalism, corporate welfare or corporatism. Whatever you call it, Ralph Nader believes he can assemble a coalition to end it. In his new book, Unstoppable, he tries to signal…
A Plea to End Corporate Welfare
Crony capitalism, corporate welfare or corporatism. Whatever you call it, Ralph Nader believes he can assemble a coalition to end it. In his new book, Unstoppable, he tries to signal…
Hobby Lobby’s Narrow Victory at SCOTUS
Pay no attention to the hype. Today’s decision in Burwell v. Hobby Lobby is a narrow and fully justified application of the Religious Freedom Restoration Act (RFRA) to closely held,…
Hobby Lobby’s Narrow Victory at SCOTUS
Pay no attention to the hype. Today’s decision in Burwell v. Hobby Lobby is a narrow and fully justified application of the Religious Freedom Restoration Act (RFRA) to closely held,…
Assumptions about Income Inequality
Thomas Piketty's Capital in the 21st Century provides a wealth of data, but the book's underlying assumptions may complicate its policy prescriptions, according to Don Boudreaux. Hosted on Acast. See…
Assumptions about Income Inequality
Thomas Piketty's Capital in the 21st Century provides a wealth of data, but the book's underlying assumptions may complicate its policy prescriptions, according to Don Boudreaux. Hosted on Acast. See…
EPA Rules and the Clean Air Act
Will proposed EPA rules actually harm coal-producing states? The evidence isn't clear, says Peter Van Doren, editor of Regulation Magazine. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EPA Rules and the Clean Air Act
Will proposed EPA rules actually harm coal-producing states? The evidence isn't clear, says Peter Van Doren, editor of Regulation Magazine. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
SCOTUS to Cops: Get a Search Warrant for Cellphones
In its ruling today in Riley v. California, the Supreme Court unanimously established a clear new rule for police-citizen interaction: The police can’t, without a warrant, search the digital information…
SCOTUS to Cops: Get a Search Warrant for Cellphones
In its ruling today in Riley v. California, the Supreme Court unanimously established a clear new rule for police-citizen interaction: The police can’t, without a warrant, search the digital information…
Returning to a Stable Dollar
The return to a stable dollar may take some time, but it's critical for the global economy, says author and publisher Steve Forbes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
Returning to a Stable Dollar
The return to a stable dollar may take some time, but it's critical for the global economy, says author and publisher Steve Forbes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
Rushing to No Judgment on the Iraq War
Dick Cheney and John Bolton would prefer that Americans not examine the decade of the Iraq War, but understanding those errors will help the U.S. choose its fights more carefully.…
Rushing to No Judgment on the Iraq War
Dick Cheney and John Bolton would prefer that Americans not examine the decade of the Iraq War, but understanding those errors will help the U.S. choose its fights more carefully.…
End the Export-Import Bank
The Export-Import Bank supplants private sector activity. It actively subsidizes mostly massive and profitable companies, and it often facilitates harm to downstream domestic producers. Dan Ikenson makes the case for…
End the Export-Import Bank
The Export-Import Bank supplants private sector activity. It actively subsidizes mostly massive and profitable companies, and it often facilitates harm to downstream domestic producers. Dan Ikenson makes the case for…
Redskins, Trademarks and Speech
The loss of the Redskins trademark may have broader implications than money. Walter Olson discusses the range of possible issues with tossing out trademarks as disparagement. Hosted on Acast. See…
Redskins, Trademarks and Speech
The loss of the Redskins trademark may have broader implications than money. Walter Olson discusses the range of possible issues with tossing out trademarks as disparagement. Hosted on Acast. See…
Hillary!, the War Cheerleader
When Hillary Clinton is asked about going to war, she's almost always in favor of it. Cato Institute vice president Gene Healy evaluates Clinton's war record. Hosted on Acast. See…
Hillary!, the War Cheerleader
When Hillary Clinton is asked about going to war, she's almost always in favor of it. Cato Institute vice president Gene Healy evaluates Clinton's war record. Hosted on Acast. See…
Once More into Iraq
The President is considering new military action in Iraq as that country's stability is tested. Benjamin H. Friedman argues that many advocates for military action in Iraq are using "sunk…