Free Markets
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The OECD’s Warning to America: Economic Growth Is Slipping
The OECD’s projections are a flashing red light, not a prophecy. The fix is clear: spend less, regulate less, and trust people more.
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‘Surveillance Pricing’ Is Just Pricing
Seniors pay less for movies, students pay less for software. Tailored pricing is still disciplined by competitors and consumers, and it often means you’ll pay less.
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Regulatory Rollbacks Begin to Combat Cali’s Housing Crisis
California’s regulatory snarl perfectly encapsulates a key flaw of intrusive governance: the “fix” for one problem often creates another.
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Business Conditions Monthly July 2025
Slowing job growth and high borrowing costs are dividing growth confidence. Firms are optimistic, but households are cautious amid affordability concerns.
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Profit Isn’t the Enemy of Good
Profits usually signal the creation of real value. Demonizing successful firms actually damages the feedback loop created by service, trust, and reputation.
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The Big Government War on Airline Competition
What the airline industry needs isn’t more activist meddling — just the freedom to compete through mergers, partnerships, and innovation.
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The Austin Renaissance? Even School Choice Is Bigger in Texas
Austin’s independent spirit — and a billion dollars in voucher funding — will reshape classrooms and challenge government’s monopoly on childhood.
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Commercial Mortgage Delinquencies Now Surpass 2008 Financial Crisis Peak
Office and multifamily mortgages are defaulting at an alarming rate, putting billions in loan value at risk.
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Decentralized Defense: How Ukraine’s Lean Military Outperforms Expectations
Ukraine’s Ministry of Defense buys from a competitive market of private firms. The Pentagon could do the same — if it chose innovation over incumbency.
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A Sober Revolution Is Sweeping America — and Markets Are Responding
A growing group of alcohol-free consumers, including 40% of Gen-Z, are forcing bars, brewers, and brands to adapt.
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The OECD’s Warning to America: Economic Growth Is Slipping
The OECD’s projections are a flashing red light, not a prophecy. The fix is clear: spend less, regulate less, and trust people more.
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•
‘Surveillance Pricing’ Is Just Pricing
Seniors pay less for movies, students pay less for software. Tailored pricing is still disciplined by competitors and consumers, and it often means you’ll pay less.
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Regulatory Rollbacks Begin to Combat Cali’s Housing Crisis
California’s regulatory snarl perfectly encapsulates a key flaw of intrusive governance: the “fix” for one problem often creates another.
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•
Business Conditions Monthly July 2025
Slowing job growth and high borrowing costs are dividing growth confidence. Firms are optimistic, but households are cautious amid affordability concerns.
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•
Profit Isn’t the Enemy of Good
Profits usually signal the creation of real value. Demonizing successful firms actually damages the feedback loop created by service, trust, and reputation.
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•
The Big Government War on Airline Competition
What the airline industry needs isn’t more activist meddling — just the freedom to compete through mergers, partnerships, and innovation.
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The Austin Renaissance? Even School Choice Is Bigger in Texas
Austin’s independent spirit — and a billion dollars in voucher funding — will reshape classrooms and challenge government’s monopoly on childhood.
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•
Commercial Mortgage Delinquencies Now Surpass 2008 Financial Crisis Peak
Office and multifamily mortgages are defaulting at an alarming rate, putting billions in loan value at risk.
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•
Decentralized Defense: How Ukraine’s Lean Military Outperforms Expectations
Ukraine’s Ministry of Defense buys from a competitive market of private firms. The Pentagon could do the same — if it chose innovation over incumbency.
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A Sober Revolution Is Sweeping America — and Markets Are Responding
A growing group of alcohol-free consumers, including 40% of Gen-Z, are forcing bars, brewers, and brands to adapt.