Thomas Di Lorenzo explores the history of the concept of ‘natural’ monopolies, and its use to justify state interventionism in the economy.
It is a myth that natural monopoly theory was developed first by
economists, and then used by legislators to “justify” franchise monop-
olies. The truth is that the monopolies were created decades before the
theory was formalized by intervention-minded economists, who then
used the theory as an ex post rationale for government intervention.
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Like something from the dark ages, the University of California, Los Angeles, allows and encourages ‘segregated’ graduation ceremonies. This goes against the very principle of universality in the Community of Scholars and its Pursuit of Knowledge.
Neobarbarism supported by taxpayers’ funds.
A critique of the IPA Review’s assumption of the immateriality of culture &/or religion on the application of Capitalism.
Some interesting points raised.
Inspired after a meeting with Michael Moore, Evan Coyne Maloney decided his voice should also be heard. In a plea on his website for funding support, internet enterpreneur Stuart Browning and “Hollywood” lawyer Blaine Greenberg answered the call, and the project commenced. This his first film, “Indoctrinate U” looks at the acceptance of academic dissent on the American Campus today. Young filmmakers who tackle serious issues like free speech should be supported, so please go to the film’s website and Learn More…
The Heritage Foundation and the The Wall Street Journal have just published their annual “Index on Economic Freedom”.
The index measures 10 specific freedoms across 161 countries. A very informative publication, see how your country rates, or even the countries of your friends or business partners.
An insightful and simple explanation of the philosophy of liberty, presented as a flash animation by Lux Lucre, based on a speech by Ken Schoolland.
Ken Schoolland is the author of the prize winning children's novel “The Adventures of Jonathon Gullible”.