So at least says this CNBC article. Now Democrats are always in the business of offering to give something to some interest group, and have somebody else pay for it, so there is little new here. Give me free stuff–what’s not to like? But two quick points on a Monday morning. First is the proposal […]
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Covid-19 Economics: Case for Subsidies
21 Oct 2020
I have argued for a while that the US should just give $50B to the first company that can get a vaccine approved; even the 2nd, 3rd and 4th place finisher should get multiple billions. While I don’t like government spending generally, this is clearly a case where pinching pennies makes no sense: in the […]
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Less than two weeks to election day, and then the real insanity begins (of the contesting of the results)! So it really is getting time for me to decide who to vote for. Yes, there really are undecided, and I’m one of them. It’s not that there is a possibility of me voting for Mr. […]
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Just leave the U.S.?
18 Oct 2020
Not surprisingly, we’re seeing the same virtue signaling as 2016, with cultural elites suggesting if Mr. Trump wins, they’ll leave the U.S. Now the temptation is to say “good riddance” and there is a reason to encourage that. Look, if you’re unhappy in this country, there are many others that might accept you. Consider one, […]
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2+ weeks out, and is the election over?
15 Oct 2020
Since my erstwhile Berean colleague, Mark Caleb Smith, is absent without leave, we are thirsting for sound political commentary. But since I’m writing this post, it’s doubtful you’ll get it here. After all, economists understand tradeoffs and opportunity costs, but politics? Not so much. Nevertheless, I’ll share my current observations and see if any of […]
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I don’t believe “The” Science!
08 Oct 2020
One of the most laughable claims of politicians these days is that we must believe “The” science. Last night’s debate with Ms. Harris and Mr. Pence just reiterated this claim. It’s a weapon mostly of the left, at least this election cycle. With respect to Covid-19, Mr. Biden (and therefore Ms. Harris) says we must […]
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Ok, Bereans, now its your turn!
05 Oct 2020
There is so much to say about this…ahem, “reasoned analysis,” that I think I’ll turn it over to you. How would you critique this article? Try to limit your response to no more than 3 things. I will add to your comments but then provide a subsequent edited update to summarize my thoughts in a […]
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Rejoice with our next President!
02 Oct 2020
First off, prayers to Donald and Melania Trump and their team that have tested positive for Covid-19. They will have the best of care, and I’m hopeful for a quick and complete recovery for all. You can sense the big Mo has definitely shifted towards Mr. Biden in the last few weeks. The NYT accomplished […]
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Trumpian Tax Troubles?
28 Sep 2020
The NYT reported that it has reviewed Mr. Trump’s tax returns for years, and they suggest years of paying little to no federal taxes, as Mr. Trump allegedly uses money-losing ventures to offset earnings from other companies he owns, and he also uses his companies to fund his and his family’s lavish lifestyle. Mr. Trump, […]
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It’s Amy!
26 Sep 2020
So said the headline to last night’s DRUDGE REPORT, as President Trump is expected to nominate Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court later today. I am delighted with the pick, and despite the fact that this adds fuel to the fire, I believe we have no reason not to quickly confirm Mrs. Barrett. The […]
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