Article Archive
On Earth Day, Remember The Humans
The same noble impulse that helped us clean up is now causing trouble.
The Mutual Fund Mystery: Why Are Fees So High?
A regulatory change could encourage price competition.
Soviet History Could Motivate Freer Trade
Cold war experience reminds us that wealth is only as good as the freedom to use it.
The Man Who Made Our World
A new biography of Albert Einstein illuminates the human side of the scientist who taught us how to imagine our universe.
Inside the Mind of a French Presidential Candidate
Reformist politician Nicolas Sarkozy’s new book Testimony is compelling reading for those interested in French politics.
Tête à Tête
Jonathan Macey, the deputy dean of Yale Law School and a corporate law specialist, has made waves in the academy with his pointed critiques of America’s approach to securities regulation. He recently sat down for a chat with The American.
Suiting Ourselves
For a symbol of conformity, the archetypal men's garment has a remarkably rich history.
Is Canada’s Shift on Climate Change Part of a Larger Trend?
Yesterday’s announcement by the Canadian government—that it may join a US-led coalition focused on voluntary emissions cuts—could be part of a global shift away from Kyoto’s binding targets.
Taxing Wisdom
For tax day, a selection of the best observations about taxes.
A Four-Step Recovery Plan for Zimbabwe
Post-Mugabe recovery should start with sound economic policy.
Rockets, Camels, and Compound Interest
The mathematical concept that could take us to the moon.
Walk This Way
Homeowners want walkable neighborhoods and a sense of community—and city planners are taking note.
A Wii Bit of Exercise
This video game console won’t make us fit—but future ones might.
Santiago Con Crema
Santiago’s richest neighborhoods defy the stereotypes—for better or worse.
Crazy Like a Fox
Al Gore’s extreme proposals on climate change are smart politics—and bad policy.
What’s Wrong With A One-Size Fits All Identity?
Plenty. A private market in identity services is long overdue.
Checking the Growing Demand for Government
Classical liberalism should stick to its guns.
Podcast with Bill Plante
CBS Senior White House correspondent Bill Plante discusses the President’s troubles.
A Valuable New Airline Service You May Not Have Noticed
By making their pricing structures transparent, discount airlines are forcing candor and efficiency on the whole industry.
A Free Market Case For the Minimum Wage
Feel-good policies, though economically harmful in themselves, could be justified if they avoid the harmful policy impacts of income envy.