The Paradox of Prosperity

October 8, 2020 – Mark Hendrickson …… The present fascination with socialism and hatred of capitalism reflects a combination of willful historical blindness, lack of simple common sense, and inexcusable economic ignorance. Continue reading →

Socialism, American Style, Part 2

October 4, 2020 – Jacob G. Hornberger …… The crown jewel of American socialism is Social Security, which is nothing more than a welfare program. There is no Social Security fund into which people have made contributions during their work lives. There are no lockboxes at Fort Knox containing everyone’s Social Security “contributions.” Continue reading →

Howard Buffett: Against Legal Plunder

September 24, 2020 – Trevor Daher …… The commandment “Thou shalt not steal” was not to be abolished outright. That would offend too many. So the commandment was simply modified to “Thou shalt not steal—except by majority vote.” Continue reading →