The Problem with Standing Armies
Ryan McMaken and Zachary Yost examine some reasons why early Americans hated the idea of a professional standing army.
Global Economy
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Are Technology Shocks Responsible for Business Cycles? In a Word, No.
The theory of real business cycles won a Nobel Prize, but it ultimately confuses cause with effect.
Instead of Uniting the World, Globalization Has Set Nation against Nation
The Davos crowd sold globalization as a way to bring nations together. Unfortunately, by insisting on political conformity, the globalists have set the world on fire.
Finland and Sweden in NATO: Disregarding the Benefits of Neutrality
In seeking membership in NATO, Finland and Sweden seem to believe they will have more military security. But they also are giving up their precious independence.
Bastiat Predicted the Baby Formula Crisis 170 Years before It Happened
Although Biden presented the formula shortage as caused by "forces" outside the USA, the shortage is homegrown. Bastiat could have explained why.
Don’t Be Fooled: The World’s Central Bankers Still Love Inflation
The proposed WHO Pandemic Treaty is nothing less than an exercise in medical totalitarianism. Welcome to the rule of the medical bureaucrat.
Debt-Fueled Demand and Oil Price Inflation Brings Airfares Roaring Back
Airfares may surge 40 percent or more in 2022. This could be the biggest price increase in many decades.
The WHO’s Pandemic Treaty: The End of National Sovereignty and Freedom
The proposed WHO Pandemic Treaty is nothing less than an exercise in medical totalitarianism. Welcome to the rule of the medical bureaucrat.
Why Russia’s Authoritarian Regime Continues to Enjoy Public Support
Vladimir Putin (not unlike President George W. Bush) has led his country into a destructive war, yet the Russian political leadership enjoys wide public support.
Davos Man Is at It Again: The 2022 Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum
Once upon a time, the progressive hero was "socialist man." Today, we have "Davos man," who is ready to plan your life for you—your wishes notwithstanding.
