New Year, new laws
January 1 is more than just the date that marks the start of a new year, and the time that many people make resolutions about how their life is going …
Calculating freedom in an unfree world
How does one quantify freedom? Is it even possible to calculate such a thing? Over the years, several entities have collaborated in an attempt to do just that. Freedom House, …
IRS can now restrict your right to travel
The US Congress often passes legislation dealing with multiple topics. One of the most well-known examples of the Congress passing legislation within legislation is REAL ID. Jim Babka of the …
In defense of fantasy sports gambling
The New York Attorney General’s office recently sent cease and desist letters to “daily fantasy sports (DFS) wagering sites DraftKings and FanDuel… ordering both companies to immediately stop accepting wagers …
Debunking the CEPR report on minimum wage
A recent “study” released by the Center for Economic Policy Research (CEPR) attempts to debunk the claim by many economists that increasing the minimum wage harms job growth. The analysis …