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Economics
Why We Need a Flat Tax
Making tax returns easier — without Turbo Tax — is just reason “The system of discriminatory taxation universally accepted under the misleading name of progressive taxation of income and inheritance is not a mode of taxation. It is rather a mode of disguised expropriation of the successful capitalists and entrepreneurs”. – Ludwig von Mises If the free market has been so successful at massively reducing poverty worldwide, then why do people continue to complain about inequality? People often argue that the free market has enabled a small group of wealthy individuals to profit
Civil Liberties
Juneteenth: 3 Lessons in Activism
On June 19th, 1865, Texas became the last state in the nation to proclaim enslaved African Americans free. Exactly three years ago this past Monday,
Economics
High Time to Rethink High Schooling
Why Educational Vouchers Are Not Enough In 1955, the winner of the Nobel Prize in Economics, Milton Friedman, introduced the idea of school vouchers
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Entrepreneurship
Getting The Whole Story – Whole Foods Co-founder John Mackey Tells It All
Discover the incredible journey of John Mackey in his new autobiography, The Whole Story.
Censorship
Breaking down the Murthy v. Missouri Supreme Court Ruling
The Murthy v. Missouri case exposed the Biden Administration’s efforts to control public discourse, highlighting a crucial battle for free speech rights.
Economics
Why We Need a Flat Tax
While the free market reduces poverty, people criticize it because of economic inequality. Is this the real issue we should focus on?
Civil Liberties
Juneteenth: 3 Lessons in Activism
Today we celebrate Juneteenth, honoring the official end of slavery in the U.S. and the ongoing fight for liberty and
Economics
High Time to Rethink High Schooling
Milton Friedman’s vision of school vouchers revolutionized education by fostering choice and competition.
Civil Liberties
Does the Freedom of Your Nation Set You Free?
In fact, the Italian embassy’s denial of Bangladeshi chess players’ visas for a recent tournament reveals how national “freedom” can actually restrict personal freedoms.
Economics
The Economic Impact of the Ukraine War
Over two years since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the war’s economic toll is immense: $564.9 billion in infrastructure damage, daily costs of
Civil Liberties
Foreign Agents Bill in Georgia: What to Know and Why It Matters
Contrary to their promises from a year ago, members of the ruling party in Georgia passed the ‘Russian Law’ this past Tuesday to better
Civil Liberties
An American at LibertyCon Europe: What I Learned
From deep discussions to the delicious Georgian supra, the learning never stopped
Education
Searching for the Heart of LibertyCon Europe: A Recap
From rooftop receptions to thought-provoking sessions at unique venues like a former Coca-Cola factory, every moment was inspiring at LibertyCon Europe 2024
Civil Liberties
Crisis in Brazil: How You Can Help Flood-Stricken Rio Grande do Sul
Brazil finds itself in sorrow. Students For Liberty volunteers are leading rescue efforts, aiding displaced families. Support their vital work.
Entrepreneurship
Sprouting Vegetables of Liberty
Students For Liberty Lisbon promotes sustainability, reduction of CO2 emissions, and liberty through partnership with a private vegetable garden.
Civil Liberties
Who’s Running for President in 2024?
Learn more about the lesser-known candidates running for president in 2024 and how pro-liberty folks might assess their positions.
Civil Liberties
My Experience with Campus Climate at a Liberal Arts College
I was a Bernie Sanders-style progressive when I arrived at my small liberal arts college. I quickly rose through the ranks of various leftist student groups. Then, one key event turned me around.
Entrepreneurship
Stop complaining, start building: why Ayn Rand is so popular among entrepreneurs and high achievers
For people of a certain mindset and ambition, Ayn Rand’s ideas serve as a beacon of empowerment, urging them to stop complaining and instead focus on what they can do to build their own destinies.
Let’s look at some of the reasons why entrepreneurs and high achievers are a particularly receptive audience to the ideas of Ayn Rand.
War on Drugs
How and why the war on drugs has failed
In this article, we’ll dissect the failures of the war on drugs, seeking to uncover the factors that have led to its ultimate downfall, as well as diverse arguments for ending the war on drugs and embracing legalization.
Philosophy
Five people influenced by Ayn Rand
Ayn Rand has inspired countless readers from various walks of life, including some you might have heard of.
Many notable people from fields as diverse as comic books, rock music, activism, and business have credited her as a significant influence.
Let’s look at five such individuals…
Censorship
Anthem: a gateway to the genius of Ayn Rand
Today, 86 years on from its original publication, Anthem stands firm as a testament to the enduring power of the human spirit and the eternal flame of individualism.
Free Press
The key to finding truth in a world of misinformation
Today, more than ever, journalism is confronted with significant challenges, especially with media outlets striving to captivate audiences and deliver returns to shareholders.
But what happens when sensationalism and biased narratives become the norm? Where can individuals turn for accurate information when journalists prioritize agendas over facts? And how do we find common ground in an era of intense political division and factionalism?
History
Debunking Putin’s Alternative “History”
Two years on from Putin’s invasion of Ukraine, let’s examine and debunk some of the bogus justifications put forth by the fascist regime in Moscow and Putin’s alternative “history” that he uses in his attempts to delegitimize the Ukrainian nation.
Liberty
Liberalism as a product: how to convince others that freedom is good
Liberalism is a great product, but it often doesn’t sell very well, despite spearheading the astronomical leap in prosperity over the past 200 years.
So, what are liberals getting wrong and how can they sell freedom more effectively?
Economics
Deirdre McCloskey: ‘The pursuit of freedom has unleashed unprecedented innovation, prosperity, and social transformation’
Deirdre McCloskey, renowned economist and advocate for liberal values, delivered a stirring address at LibertyCon International, captivating attendees with her insights into the importance of liberty in fostering human flourishing and societal progress.
Free Markets and Capitalism
David Boaz: ‘Fight illiberalism and authoritarianism wherever you find it’
At LibertyCon International, David Boaz urged the liberty movement to “fight illiberalism and authoritarianism wherever you find it.”
Civil Liberties
Remembering Alexei Navalny: a champion of freedom in Russia
Today, the world mourns the loss of Alexei Navalny, a fearless advocate for liberty and democracy in Russia, who died in a Siberian penal colony on February 16, 2024, aged 47.