Get Ready for More Coronavirus Disinflation, at Least in the Short Run
While the Fed is engaging in easy monetary policy, it's not enough to abate the demand shortfalls caused by the coronavirus shutdown.
Trading Down with First-Round Picks Is a Path to NFL-Title Contention
Patient general managers willing to exploit other teams’ lust for a quick fix can build pro-football dynasties.
The Case for Subsidizing Wages with a Negative Payroll Tax
Paying employers and employees through the payroll-tax system is a faster, more efficient way to keep them together for the long haul.
By Lending More Broadly, the Fed Can Avoid Picking Winners and Losers
The central bank can't lend to businesses that don't meet an arbitrary criterion. Congress can fix this.
Deregulate to Help the Private Sector Fight Coronavirus
Regulations stand in the way of a quick private-sector response to the coronavirus.
The Baltimore Ravens Fell Short of the Super Bowl, but Their NFL Analytics Revolution Is Just Beginning
The Ravens had the best regular-season record in football this season thanks to their embrace of innovative, data-driven on-field strategies.
Art Basel Makes a Case against the Wealth Tax
Wealthy individuals could reduce their tax liability through owning luxury art, which cannot be tracked. Consumption taxes would be more efficient.
What Elizabeth Warren Doesn’t Get about Taxes
The Massachusetts senator proposes to use economically damaging forms of taxation in a misguided attempt to help the poor.
Rubio’s Misguided Buyback Tax
The senator’s plan would likely create a triple-taxation scheme rather than spurring investment.
NFL Teams Are Finally Going for It on Fourth Down
After last year’s ‘Philly Special’ and Super Bowl surprise, head coaches are keener than ever to listen to their analytics departments.