The idea that capitalism inherently causes business cycles is a persistent myth. Critics often blame free markets for the economic … Read the rest
Category: Economics
Doomed Dollars
When trust in fiat money collapses, the foundation of the monetary system erodes. Governments running perpetual deficits and printing … Read the rest
Risk and Uncertainty
Humans act because the future is uncertain. Every decision we make is a response to the unknown. Yet, not … Read the rest
The Eyes of the State
Statism cloaks itself in the garb of science. It does this through the relentless collection of statistics. These aren’t just … Read the rest
Confiscation by Design
The Subjective Nature of Value
Value judgments reveal preferences unique to each individual. Every action is an attempt to replace one state of affairs with … Read the rest
Innovation vs. Stagnation
Why Statism Is Doomed to Fail
Statism—encompassing both socialism and fascism—can’t work because it fundamentally lacks the ability to calculate. Socialism, defined as the government owning … Read the rest
From Control to Collapse
Statism thrives on the illusion of necessity. Its premise is simple: without centralized control, society would descend into chaos. If … Read the rest
From Paradox to Principle
Why does water, essential for life, often cost less than diamonds? The answer lies in a deceptively simple but profound … Read the rest