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The Most Blatantly Biased Social Media Censorship Decisions of the Week
Two recent decisions by Facebook about the Ukraine-Russia war are perfect examples of the arbitrariness of censorship.
The Exodus From US Cities Is Gaining Speed, New Census Data Show
The pattern here is clear. Americans are fleeing highly-regulated, highly taxed areas and flocking to freer states.
What John Galt Would Say to Will Smith
A liberty lesson from the slap heard round the world.
Private Schools Shouldn’t Be a Political Battleground for Critical Race Theory
Lawmakers should resist the temptation to interfere in private schools.
Why I’m Not Excited to Have Mark Zuckerberg as My Neighbor
Meta’s move to Kansas City isn’t the free market at work—it’s the result of granting exclusive privileges.
Was Reagan Right to Call Daniel Ortega a “Dictator in Designer Glasses”?
Daniel Ortega has left behind his designer glasses and communist rhetoric—but has continued to practice the oppression characteristic of communist regimes throughout history.
How Charter Schools Effect Change and Empower Students from Diverse Backgrounds
It’s hard to argue against the effectiveness of charter schools, particularly in the diverse communities they often serve.
Is It Time to Ditch the Word Capitalism? Not so Fast
Don't discard those “I love Capitalism” T-shirts just yet.
'Undoctrinate' Your Kids: Pushing Back Against Classroom and Campus Propaganda
Parents can help to "undoctrinate" their kids by fostering critical thinking skills and encouraging open dialogue and debate.
3 Inconvenient Effects of Newsom's $400 Gas Handout
There ain’t no such thing as a free tank of gas.
The “Shop Safe Act” Is a Perfect Example of How the Government Rigs the Market
Per usual, the bill’s title and talking points are misleading.
Sweden—Once Mocked for Its COVID Strategy—Now Has One of the Lowest COVID Mortality Rates in Europe
Sweden, which avoided strict lockdowns, now has a lower COVID mortality rate than 29 countries in Europe alone.
Why Warren Harding’s Reputation Is Receiving a Long Overdue Renovation
Many historians cannot find anything good to say about Warren Harding despite his accomplishments. Fortunately, that mistake is being corrected.
What AOC’s Latest Viral Instagram Rant Gets Wrong About Billionaires and Capitalism
Capitalism leads to social benefit, not just individual wealth.
Can Special Economic Zones Help Ukrainian Refugees?
Special Economic Zones have a lot of potential, but there are some risks to be aware of.
Even Bill Cosby Deserves Due Process
The charges Cosby was convicted for are serious, but that doesn't mean constitutional protections shouldn't apply to him.
A Response to Out of Frame’s Exploration of Cowboy Bebop and Moral Hazard
Out of Frame is great, but there’s a position it takes in the Cowboy Bebop episode that I have to disagree with on libertarian grounds.
Why Grocery Stores Run So Much More Efficiently Than DMVs
Competition tends to bring about not only a better product, but also more caring services.
The Myth That the Marshall Plan Rebuilt Germany's Economy After WWII
The Marshall Plan didn’t rebuild Germany after World War II. Sound money did.
The Results of St. Paul’s Rent Control Experiment Are In—and They’re Disastrous
The mayor of St. Paul is desperately seeking to limit the damage of a rent control policy he supported.
Al Gore’s 2009 Warning on Vanishing Polar Ice and the Perils of Censoring ‘Misinformation’
Let’s be clear: there’s nothing scientific about censorship.
Live Free and Learn: New Hampshire Education Commissioner (and Homeschooling Dad) Frank Edelblut
New Hampshire ranks #1 for personal and economic freedom in the US, and it is gaining ground in education freedom as well.
Why I’m Optimistic About Gas Prices—in the Long Run
Gas prices are through the roof—but history shows markets can dig us out of this political mess.
Florida Company Shows California How to Build a Railroad With Its Brightline Rail System
A private company in Florida already has a new intercity passenger railroad up and running for a fraction of the cost of California's ambitious high-speed rail.
10 Absurd Examples of Corrupt Pet Projects and Handouts Congress Slipped Into Its Latest Massive Spending Bill
Basically nobody would support funding these things if they were put to a vote on their own.
Another Tech Company Attacks ‘Health Misinformation'
And it's just as ridiculous as it's ever been
The 3 Traits Warren Buffett Says He Looks for in an Employee
Young job seekers could learn a lot from the Sage of Omaha—and Ayn Rand.
‘Our Fight Is Against Capitalism’ and ‘the Patriarchy,’ Says Union Boss Leading Teachers Strike
The teacher strike in Minneapolis shows how prescient FDR was when he warned about the dangers of public sector unions.
Warren Harding: The US President Who Reduced Federal Spending by Nearly 50% in Just Two Years
In 1921, America was in a state of crisis. Warren Harding and Congress responded by cutting federal spending in half.
American Familia: David Morales on Grit, Self-Reliance, and the American Dream
“This is the greatest country on the planet and you can do anything here. Do not let yourself be put in a box."
A Holocaust Survivor Warned Americans about Blindly Supporting the War on COVID. We Didn’t Listen
Vera Sharav saw early in life what happens when humans stop thinking for themselves and simply do as they are told.
The Case for Amnesty: Why It's Time to Explore a Path to Citizenship for Illegal Immigrants
Amnesty for illegal immigrants would solve numerous contemporary issues for native-born Americans and undocumented residents alike.
Russia Almost Sold Alaska to This Tiny European Country Instead of the United States
The Liechtenstein family has “ruled” the microstate of Liechtenstein since purchasing it more than 300 years ago. Its economy, however, is among the freest in the world.
The Theater of War: Seeing Through the Russia-Ukraine Propaganda
Unlike previous wars, the conflict in Ukraine is playing out on social media. That's both an opportunity and a danger.
Relationship Counseling for Politics: How to Fix Relationships That Have Been Broken By Political Disagreement
If you want to rebuild a healthy and thriving relationship damaged by political discord, these tips can help you get there.
Misinformation isn't a 'Russia problem'
Should we censor false information from Putin? The problem with censorship, in this case, is less about the rights of Russian propagandists as it is about the rights of other people to hear them.
How to Make Racial and Gender Equity Look Inequitable
When we fail to define “equal,” we won’t know whether we’ve achieved equity, as a recent report from the Minnesota Census of Women in Corporate Leadership demonstrates.
Here's the Real Reason Young People Can’t Afford a Home
The housing crisis is fundamentally a supply and demand problem.
Why Anger Against the Elites Is Misplaced
Blaming elites is childish. It’s time to put aside childish things.
I Read ‘The Communist Manifesto’ for the First Time. Here’s What I Learned about Karl Marx
Karl Marx was a complainer, not a visionary.
Why College Degrees Are Working Against Many Job-Seekers
No degree is the new degree.
The Two Presidents Whose Economic Policies Are Most Misunderstood by Historians
FDR and Warren G. Harding both inherited dismal economies. One of them quickly turned things around, however.
Debunking the Myth That Minimum Wage Laws Are 'Progressive'
Minimum wage laws are a malicious attack on the least of us.
New Data Show the Exodus From Public Schools Is Continuing
It’s not just families fleeing district schools for other options. Teachers are leaving too.
The CDC Changed Its COVID Risk Formula. The Results Are Stunning
To understand why the CDC made the change, don’t look to science. Look to public choice theory.
What the Greatest Environmental Challenges of Today All Have in Common
The tragedy of the commons is at the heart of many of our environmental issues, revealing the power of incentives.
Is Crime Really Surging in America? Yes and No
Violent crime is up. Burglaries and robberies are down. And progressive cities like Portland, Oregon are hiring more police. What's going on?
What Does 7.5% Inflation Mean? The Rule of 72 Can Show You
The rule of 72 helps us understand why the concern Americans are feeling over inflation is warranted.
The Inhumanity of Vaccine Mandates, Explained
Mandated vaccinations are a violation of the principles America was built on.
Ukrainians Have Been Defying Foreign Invaders for a Thousand Years. Their Courage Is No Surprise
History shows Ukrainians are made of stern stuff. Vladimir Putin may very well come to regret his vile military invasion.
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