The Democrats Are Partially Right about Wealth and Corruption
Fortunes acquired through corruption and cronyism are bad; not so for fortunes acquired through work and innovation.
How the Government Creates Wealth Inequality
Politicians complain loudly about this problem, but their own policies are generating it.
To Save the USPS, We Must Privatize It
The Postal Service needs a makeover for the digital age, and Europe has shown it the way: privatization, diversification, and competition.
Why Europe Axed Its Wealth Taxes
They raised little money and were a beast to administer.
Tax Reform Forces States to Compete with Each Other
They no longer can hike taxes and expect federal deductions to make up part of the difference.
How Federal Housing Aid Promotes Fraud and Corruption
A lack of oversight has allowed state and local governments to run wild.
Will Congress Pass a Bloated Farm Bill?
Farmers know they face risks, so they should save when times are good to weather the tougher years when they come along.
The Senate Tax Bill Favors the Middle Class, Not the Rich
Republicans need to set the record straight on tax distribution.
Tax Reform: Don’t Forget Personal Savings
Tax reform should include measures that allow people, of all income levels, to create Universal Savings Accounts.
Fiscal Grades for the Governors
The Cato Institute new fiscal policy report card grades America’s governors on taxes and spending.