Peter's Blog

If you listen to politicians in Washington, the Working Americans’ Tax Cut Act proposed by Virginia Representative Don Beyer sounds like a gift to the middle class. But by decreasing taxes for some by increasing them for others, it only robs Peter to pay Paul. A tax decrease that is financed by a simultaneous tax […]

In a recent episode of Anthony Pompliano’s Pomp Podcast, Peter debates Anthony on a host of issues, ranging from the merits of Bitcoin to who pays the bills for tariffs. Throughout the debate, Peter’s incisive rhetoric cuts through the mainstream narratives on the dollar and protectionism, undercutting the White House’s and the Fed’s harmful policies.  […]

The US government is frequently criticized for not reaching the EU’s levels of unhindered handouts and socialization of industries. Proponents of government control for the common good hold two contradictory principles at the same time without even recognizing the tension. They first believe that the highest role of any government is to promote the welfare […]

While the US government has a strong incentive to have its people prepared for war and crisis, it has effectively decreased their preparedness for anytime the world does not go “business as usual.” The state has many peace time initiatives that have actually greatly inhibited the ability of people to sustain themselves when traditional supply […]

Politicians on both sides have found a new mantra to address concerns about the economy: “affordability.” Economics shows us how these same politicians are responsible for inflation, taxation, and regulation– three forces that inevitably make goods and services less affordable. The following article was originally published by the Mises Institute. The opinions expressed do not […]

With the Trump administration increasingly desperate to create any illusion of prosperity, a new proposal was introduced to create federally-backed 50-year mortgages to make housing “more affordable.” The plan promises lower monthly payments that Trump says would open the door to millions of would-be buyers priced out of the current market.  But as ultra-long term […]

While motivated from a positive desire to take care of the least in society, the modern American welfare system has many deep flaws that have both perpetuated poverty and destroyed real well-being. The tragedy of the commons is an analytical framework that can give insight into this phenomena. It is a tale of the public […]

A dangerous narrative has taken hold in some political circles: the idea that protectionist policies can revive American manufacturing and bring back jobs.