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October 1, 2026 ・Original Analysis

Myopic Regulators Hurt the Poor

To help simplify this analysis, imagine that there are only two components of a good life: agency and material goods. Agency is the ability to make choices and have those choices be capable of enabling real change at least in a person’s immediate circumstances. While an individual doesn’t need agency in every part of life, […]

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May 20, 2026 ・Original Analysis

Tocqueville and Overreach

Alexis de Tocqueville warned us of the dangers of paternalistic government in no uncertain terms. He visited America and was able to see the unique strengths and weaknesses of our Democratic system. He saw how much of our activity was controlled by the community, and the unique freedom that was possible in our country. While […]

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