The Absurdity of Intellectual Property Laws
While protecting “intellectual property” has a good sound to it — even among libertarians — such
The commencement speech someone needs to give
Instead of the usual claptrap that characterizes most graduation speeches, someone needs to give a speech
Natural rights and the American border
Issues of immigration are complex. The current system of open borders, detention and expanding access to
How Economists Evaluate Tariffs Versus Income Taxes
Prompted by a listener request, Bob gives the standard economic analysis of tariffs and other types
Inequality is caused by inflation
Paul Krugman once claimed that inflation was necessary for relative income equality. The truth is that
How capitalism defeats racism
By appealing to the self-interest of buyers and sellers, capitalism foils attempts by lawmakers to create
Inverted, Recessed, and Hung Out to Dry
The great train wreck seems to be happening. Mark Thornton shares his latest guesses and outlook.
Maria Corina Machado Has United Venezuelans to Vote for Freedom
Ian Vásquez According to the polls, Venezuelans will overwhelmingly vote against President Nicolas Maduro in Sunday’s presidential
Fact-Checking Biden’s Speech about US Conflicts
Benjamin Giltner and Jonathan Ellis Allen On Wednesday, July 24, President Joe Biden delivered a speech in
Venezuela: How Monetary Mismanagement Contributed to Maduro’s Weakness
Daniel Raisbeck The outcome of Sunday’s election in Venezuela is anyone’s guess. For one thing, referring to