What do we mean by the term “market” and what do we mean by “government”? As a first approximation, I … More
Category: Rule of Law
Two Big Fiscal Lessons from Colorado’s Pot Legalization – Daniel J. Mitchell – Townhall Finance Conservative Columnists and Financial Commentary – Page full
If nothing else, what’s happening in Colorado (and Washington state) will be an interesting social experiment. And even though we … More
The Constitution Minute: Hillsdale College
President Larry Arnn explains the separation of church and state via Constitution Minute Episode 3.
The Obama Administration Should Disclose Legal Risks of Losing Coverage to Obamacare Applicants | Health Policy Blog | NCPA.org
The Obama Administration is neglecting to inform people of this risk. A privately owned corporation is obliged to disclose the … More
Spontaneous Order – John Stossel – Page full
Most decision making works much the same way: Leave people free to make their own choices, and a spontaneous order … More
Vaccine Controversy Shows Why We Need Markets, Not Mandates – Ron Paul – Page 1
After all, if government can override parental or personal health care decisions, then what area of our lives is off-limits … More
Data Debunks Notion that more Spending Is Key to Better Education or Lower Crime Rates – Daniel J. Mitchell – Townhall Finance Conservative Columnists and Financial Commentary – Page full
For both moral reasons and economic reasons, we should have small government. But even a curmudgeonly libertarian like me also … More
The Wisdom of Bastiat, as Revealed by Great Moments in Federal, State, and Local Government – Daniel J. Mitchell – Townhall Finance Conservative Columnists and Financial Commentary – Page full
I’ve periodically cited the great 19th-century French economist, Frederic Bastiat, for his very wise words about the importance of looking … More
