The modern progressive narratives claim that the wealth of the West and especially of the USA was built upon the backs of slaves. In fact, slavery retarded economic growth.
Original Article: "The West Didn't Become Rich Because of Slavery But in Spite of It"
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Like every other government program designed to make something “more affordable,” the student loan program has managed to drive college tuition to atmospheric levels and saddle students with massive levels of debt.
Original Article: Federal Student Loans Drive Up College Tuition Levels
The classical liberal economist Edmund Phelps wants government to aid poor people, but he clearly is not an egalitarian. His philosophy would be unacceptable to today's "woke" egalitarians.
Original Article: "Edmund Phelps on Egalitarianism"
Because of inflation and a lack of a savings ethic, Americans are less prepared for retirement than ever. The numbers are discouraging.
Original Article: "Ready for Retirement? Fewer and Fewer Americans Are Saving for That Time"
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The standard line from progressives is that free markets usually fail in developing countries. The economic numbers tell a much different story.
Original Article: "Free Markets DO Work in Developing Countries"
This Audio Mises Wire is generously sponsored by Christopher Condon.
The modern progressive narratives claim that the wealth of the West and especially of the USA was built upon the backs of slaves. In fact, slavery retarded economic growth.
Original Article: "The West Didn't Become Rich Because of Slavery But in Spite of It"
This Audio Mises Wire is generously sponsored by Christopher Condon. '
Turkey's economy is reeling under inflation rates likely reaching 170 percent. Not surprisingly, the worst of it is felt by regular people just trying to make a living.
Original Article: "The Turkish Way"
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Entrepreneurship is the key to real development, but cultural attitudes are often a significant barrier to entrepreneurship in the developing world.
Original Article: "Entrepreneurship in Developing Countries: Still a Work in Progress"
This Audio Mises Wire is generously sponsored by Christopher Condon.
Elites are attacking the government of Mauritius for having lower tax rates than other African countries. The real issue is the levels of taxation in other African countries.
Original Article: "If Mauritius Is a Tax H(e)aven, Other African Countries Must Be Tax Hells"
This Audio Mises Wire is generously sponsored by Christopher Condon.
The standard line among the Great Reset crowd is that capitalism exploits poor nations and causes poverty. In reality, capitalism and free markets have reduced poverty around the world.
Original Article: "Developing Countries Don't Need Wealth Transfers; They Need Free Markets"
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Forget the notion that the Fed "fights inflation." In fact, the Fed exists to promote inflation.
Original Article: "Even When There Is Inflation, the Fed STILL Fights Falling Prices"
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