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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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Civil Liberties
The Burmese Spring Revolution and the Fight for Liberty
The people of Myanmar are showing resilience and courage in the face of oppression, rising against the military Junta since the 2021 coup. This fight for democracy and human rights has united ethnic groups and led to global support.
Economics
Capitalism and Scarcity in Star Trek
In Star Trek: Lower Decks, Captain Freeman’s mission to “dismantle capitalism” on Targalus IX raises big questions, like: Can technology eliminate scarcity, or does demand for unique resources keep markets alive?
Election
Quick Take on the 2024 Presidential Election
Trump won, Kamala lost, and you can read the analysis anywhere you look on the internet. One detail I can add, however: Let’s call it the Ghost of Election Nights past … memories of 2004 and 2008, in particular. I watched the coverage as a supporter of Barack Obama, although I wasn’t old enough to […]
Civil Liberties
Should libertarians vote?
One of the main divisions among libertarians surrounds democracy and voting. Here are some of the fundamental questions we must ask ourselves: Positive and negative freedom We’ll come back to those, but meanwhile, consider Isaiah Berlin, one of the most influential liberal thinkers of the 20th century. He delivered a lecture at the University of […]
Economics
How Government Spending Fuels Inflation
Inflation hurts our spending capacity, diminishes our quality of life, dashes our hopes of upward mobility, and damages our trust in the cornerstone institutions of banks, dollars, and government. Yet inflation is all around us. After purchasing my usual burrito bowl at Chipotle recently, I had to review my receipt to ensure I had been […]
Free Markets and Capitalism
Cigarettes, Free Speech, and the Supreme Court
Analyzing the Historic Case that Could Smoke the First Amendment I do not care for cigarettes. I try my best to avoid using any tobacco products. But last month, I filed my first assignment out of law school: an amicus brief to the US Supreme Court supporting the First Amendment rights of America’s biggest tobacco […]
Civil Liberties
The Struggle for Freedom in Modern Africa
Long before Africa was colonized, the continent boasted sophisticated systems of governance rooted in tradition and culture. These systems were led by traditional leaders, kings, chiefs, and elders responsible for guiding their communities and maintaining social order. Leadership was often hereditary, balanced by councils or assemblies representing the broader community. However, many African leaders also […]
Civil Liberties
Would Trump Really Demolish the Deep State?
Donald Trump famously promised to “drain the swamp” upon his election in 2016. And if you’ve ever been to Washington, D.C. in the summer, you know that’s not just a metaphor for the convoluted, bureaucratic political system: D.C. is a literal, humid, marshy swamp! Geography aside, now that the possibility of another Trump administration is […]
Economics
Monumental Innovation
River Plate’s Climb to Football’s Summit Republished with the permission of the author and the We Are Innovation network In the world football arena, River Plate has reached a new peak. According to Transfermarkt, the internationally renowned statistics portal, El Monumental stadium now dominates the pantheon of stadium attendance records worldwide. With an impressive average […]
Civil Liberties
Why Does America Have Two Parties?
Those unfamiliar with American electoral politics must be puzzled by America’s presidential elections. I mean, even a look at an electoral United States map would be enough to make your head spin. Recently, most elections have resulted in two largely unpopular candidates winning their party’s nomination, with no viable third option. While the United States […]
Basic Economics
5 Takeaways from Mises’s Masterpiece: Human Action
Happy birthday, Ludwig! As a Happy Birthday tribute to Ludwig von Mises (born Sept. 29, 1881), here’s what you need to know about his life … and what you need to know from his iconic treatise on economics, Human Action. The underappreciated economist Ludwig von Mises is today celebrated as one of the founding fathers […]
Civil Liberties
Should You Be Able to Pay for Sex?
Short answer: Yes, you should be able to pay for sex. When two consenting people (a prostitute and her client) agree to a trade (money for sex), and that trade doesn’t immediately, directly, or violently affect a third party, they should be free to make that trade. By the way, you should also be able […]
Civil Liberties
Trail of Tears
The Trail of Tears is the common name for the network of routes the United States Federal government forced the Cherokee, Muscogee, Seminole, Chickasaw, and Choctaw to travel between 1830 and 1850. As the National Park Service map below shows, the trail began largely in Georgia and Tennessee, traverses the states of Alabama, Arkansas, Illinois, […]
Civil Liberties
Trend Is Not Destiny
Hegel, Historicism, and the End of History Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel is one of the most influential and prominent philosophers of the 19th century. He’s also regarded as controversial, his works considered hard to read, and his inquiries challenging to understand. The obscure philosopher Hegel belongs to the philosophical tradition of German idealism, while his […]
Artistic Freedom
The Literature of Liberty
5 Powerful Book Reviews to Help You Choose Your Next Read I’ve challenged myself. It’s a challenge that will probably take at least five years to complete, but it’ll be worth it. I’m going to read at least one book from an author from every country in the world. The aim of such a challenge, […]
Civil Liberties
Gadsden Flag: A Provocative Symbol In Context
It’s been one year since a middle school student made national headlines for refusing to remove a Gadsden Flag emblem from his backpack. In light of this anniversary, we thought we’d take a moment to reflect on the history and impact of this iconic rattlesnake. Join or Die The first appearance of the rattlesnake came […]
Civil Liberties
The Prometheus Journey: A Love Letter
From unforgettable experiences with amazing people to eye-opening lessons about freedom and diversity, this trip was life-changing
Announcement
Donald Trump, Elon Musk and What It Says about Government
Donald Trump proclaimed that he would consider naming Elon Musk to an advisory or cabinet role if he
Free Press
Presidents and Their Wars on the Press
Sixteen prisoners were recently released from Russian prisons in the biggest exchange deal between Russia and the West since the Cold War, involving seven countries in total.
Cryptocurrency
Bitcoin Produces Prosperity, Not Climate Change
Despite claims of environmental harm, Bitcoin’s impact is minimal compared to its global benefits!
Peace and Liberty
Ukraine’s Offensive Might Play into Putin’s Hands
Ukrainian troops launched a surprise offensive on Aug. 6, crossing the Russian border into the Kursk region before
Economics
Public Works
In his 1850 essay, Frédéric Bastiat discusses the notion of “Public Works.” He explains that public works like opening roads, building palaces, and repairing streets create jobs and boost the economy in the short term, but they take away unseen opportunities in the long run.
Economics
The Broken Window
The “Broken Window” parable by Frédéric Bastiat, from his 1850 essay “That Which Is Seen, and That Which Is Not Seen,” reveals the fallacy of believing destruction boosts the economy.
Artistic Freedom
What Can One Do?
One of Ayn Rand’s hidden gems might totally change your perspective! Dive into “What Can One Do?” and read inspiring answers from around the globe. From promoting Bitcoin to growing veggies, everyone can make a difference.