Why Swedish-Style Socialism Is Completely Incompatible With Identity Politics
While Scandinavian countries have higher taxes and overall more generous public services, using Sweden as a model of socialism’s success can be misleading.
What If Americans Wanted Freedom As Much As Hong Kongers Do?
I hope these courageous, freedom-loving protesters succeed and their message of hope catches on in other countries desperate for the Hong Kong formula.
Women Surpass Men To Comprise Majority Of The College-Educated Labor Force
This is the best time to be an American woman. There’s no systematic discrimination or other external dark forces preventing you from being who you are and having a fulfilling life and a rewarding career.
Podcast: A Possible Recession, The New U.S. Corporation, Bad Economic Policy
On this episode of the Federalist Radio Hour, John Tamny and Ben Domenech discuss the latest economic policy ideas coming from both Republicans and Democrats.
Why Mass Illegal Immigration Probably Costs More Than You’ve Been Told
Illegal immigration may look good for the economy on the surface, but a deeper look reveals exorbitant costs that disproportionately hurt some of the worst-off in America.
Why China Is Feeling Internal Pressure To Keep Raising The Trade War Stakes
The ongoing economic brinkmanship between China and the United States is hurting all parties involved, yet no one is happy with the status quo.
China’s Currency Devaluation Will Hurt China More Than It Hurts The United States
What China did this week is the strongest counteraction it has taken so far in its ongoing trade war. It might have achieved the desired effect of causing market panic, but it will end up hurting China the most.
Warren Pressed On Whether Her Signature Wealth Tax Is Unconstitutional
“What if your most popular idea is just not constitutional?” Van Jones asked Sen. Elizabeth Warren on CNN’s post-debate show.
Reducing Puerto Rican Corruption Requires Not Just A New Governor But Fresh U.S. Oversight
The Oversight Board has failed in their mandate to assist the Puerto Rico government in achieving fiscal responsibility. Board members believe their role does not include addressing corruption.
School Demographics, Teacher Salaries, And The Economics Of Education
On this episode of the Federalist Radio Hour, Ben Domenech interviews education economist Eric Hanushek.
How Socialism Ruined Greece
Athens, the birthplace of democracy and the first republic, is now in horrific economic disarray, with Greeks fleeing to find new opportunity abroad.
Yes, Tariffs Make Stuff More Expensive, But Sometimes It’s Worth It
Tariffs can serve non-economic purposes. Although economically harmful, they can sometimes be used to gain political advantages that outweigh their economic costs.
‘Cribsheet’ Takes The Air Out Of Inflated Parenting Worries So You Can Enjoy Your Kids
Like her first book, economist Emily Oster’s ‘Cribsheet’ dismantles myths and pokes holes in junk science, centered on parenting for babies and toddlers ages 0 to 3.
Interview: Ambassador David Mulford On India, China, And Economic Trends
Ben Domenech interviews former U.S. Ambassador to India, David Mulford on the rising trends in economics and politics around the globe.
Socialist Lawmakers’ Proposed Cap On Credit Card Interest Is A Tax On Poor People
People who need higher-priced loans—those with the lowest incomes—will be the ones denied access to the credit market by any government-mandated cap.
Podcast: What’s Happening In Our Trade War With China
Ben Domenech and Riley Walters discuss the U.S. relationship with China as both an economic and national security threat.
Post Office Banking Is Just Another Crappy Socialist Idea That Already Failed
Since when have socialists cared about making a private-sector product better or more accessible? Make no mistake: This is about expanding government power.
Hawley: How American Elites Threaten Our Common Liberty
At The King’s College commencement, Hawley called out Wall Street and Silicon Valley for placing themselves above other Americans.
GOP Again Capitulates To Dirty Tactics Against Federal Reserve Candidate Stephen Moore
Shortly after President Trump nominated Stephen Moore to the Fed, the courts released the full details of his divorce, even against the wishes of both Moore and his ex-wife.
9 Apocalyptic Lies Fed To Americans About The Republican Tax Bill
Democratic lawmakers and members of the media did their best to perpetuate the myth that poorer and middle-class Americans would suffer from the 2017 tax reform bill.
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