Economic freedom helps build wealth for an economy and circulate wealth within it. The economic growth that results from increases in economic freedom also creates social mobility, as the least-well off individuals see their incomes increase faster than any other group. Economic freedom also helps to reduce inequalities produced by crony capitalism, rewarding hard work, not government favors.
In the News: A Tax on Rocks
A new “rock tax” would slap a fee on certain quarried and man-made stones like marble, slate, and limestone.
In the News: Raisin Farmers Aren’t Dried Up
The USDA has been confiscating a portion of raisin farmers’ crops to keep prices artificially high.
In the News: Washington Booms—Thanks to Other People’s Money
Washington, D.C.’s wealth and stability come from the size of the government.
In the News: New Jersey Convicts Received Unemployment Benefits
New Jersey convicts have been receiving food stamps, unemployment insurance, and pension payments.
In the News: One Small Win for Raw Milk
Are states that ban raw milk concerned with your safety, or with protecting the dairy industry from competition?
“Essential” Government Spending? Tell Us What You Think
Rather than decreasing the amount we owe, our leaders want to raise the “debt ceiling” for “essential” spending.
In the News: A Barrier to Your Bed and Breakfast
It is now illegal for New York City residents to offer short-term rentals.
In the News: Bacon Bacon Close Raises Quite a Stink
San Francisco’s Bacon Bacon restaurant served delicious, pork treats … until neighbors complained about the bacon aroma.
In the News: A Brewing Fight
Craft brews are becoming more popular and breweries are increasing the amount they produce. But a federal tax will soon kick-in.
In the News: Why We Should Care About America’s Fading Economic Freedom
The word at the water cooler is that the U.S. has fallen to 18th in economic freedom. So what’s the big deal? Professor Antony Davies of Duquesne University explains in U.S. News & World Report that economic freedom benefits just about everyone. “The conclusion is simple: Economic freedom yields beneficial results. … data bears out [...]
In the News: Why We Should Care About America’s Fading Economic Freedom
The word at the water cooler is that the U.S. has fallen to 18th in economic freedom. So what’s the big deal? Professor Antony Davies of Duquesne University explains in U.S. News & World Report that economic freedom benefits just about everyone. “The conclusion is simple: Economic freedom yields beneficial results. … data bears out [...]
Episode One: Economic Freedom & Quality of Life
Across the globe, the societies that have the best quality of life are those with the highest levels of economic freedom. From lower unemployment to better-protected civil rights and cleaner environments, economic freedom is vital to improving the well-being of society, especially for the most vulnerable.













































































































