Yet Keynesian economics has “perplexing durability,” probably because the theory tells politicians that their vice of profligacy is actually a … More
Tag: Dan Mitchell
Time for Republicans to Pull the Plug on Border-Adjustable Tax Scheme | International Liberty
“We already know that the flat tax is the gold standard of tax reform. And we already know the various … More
Will Trumponomics Mean More Freedom and Prosperity? | International Liberty
I was sitting directly under a television in a Caribbean airport yesterday when Trump got inaugurated, so I inadvertently heard … More
Venezuela and Santa Claus vs Thomas Sowell and the Little Red Hen | International Liberty
In the short run, though, the Venezuelan government gets to play Santa Claus. At least for 2016. But it won’t … More
Does “Wagner’s Law” Mean Libertarians Should Acquiesce to Big Government? | International Liberty
Back in October, Will Wilkinson of the Niskanen Center wrote a very interesting – albeit depressing – article about the … More
Is Anybody Shocked that Higher Minimum Wage Mandates Are Resulting in Fewer Jobs? | International Liberty
While economists are famous for their disagreements (and their incompetent forecasts), there is universal consensus in the profession that demand … More
Nine Key Takeaways from Brexit | International Liberty
What an amazing vote. The people of the United Kingdom defied the supposed experts, rejected a fear-based campaign by advocates … 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
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