Do Sears, K-Mart Closings Foreshadow Retail Trend?
Following a less-than-spectacular holiday shopping season, two 20th century mainstays of America’s retailing culture appear to be a step closer to historical nostalgia....
Opinion
Keynesian Economists Rip Obama for Failed Keynesian Policies
The results of a survey by the Associated Press of 36 Keynesian economists — economists who believe that government is the driving force...
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Moral Busybodies and Banning Cellphone Use While Driving
National Transportation Safety Board Chairwoman Deborah Hersman has called for states to mandate a total ban on cellphone usage while driving. She has...
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Payroll Tax Cut: Why Stop at $40?
On December 22 President Barack Obama released the following message through the White House’s Twitter account: "Thanks to all who shared #40dollars [sic]...
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Obama’s Off-base Blame Game
President Obama started off his speech in Osawatomie, Kansas, on December 6 with a positive nod to free-market economics. ...
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Random Thoughts
Random thoughts on the passing scene: Talk show host Dennis Miller said, "I don't dig polo. It's like miniature golf meets the Kentucky...
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Education: Orphan Issue of the Campaign
There have been some mentions of “education” in the Republican debates and by candidates in general. Some of the Republicans have even advocated...
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The “Fanatics” of Christmas
I think the world has got fanatics all wrong. The world has both too broad and too narrow a concept of fanaticism. We...
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The Man Who Invented Christmas
During this season of massive over-commercialization, you may find it hard to believe there was a time when Christmas was no big deal....
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Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked — a Cute Film
The Chipmunks are back and funnier than ever in this film for the family. Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked features the beloved chipmunks...
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A Letter to Michael Medved
Dear Michael, I have been a longtime listener of your nationally syndicated radio talk show. You are, without question, among the most...
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Cal Thomas Still Wrong on Iraq
Syndicated columnist Cal Thomas has written a “Grieving at Christmas” meditation on the pain and suffering of those who have lost loved ones...
Read moreThanks to Market Innovation Americans Live Better for Less
According to economist Mark J. Perry a consumer doing some Christmas shopping in December 1964 with a budget of $750 could have purchased...
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What Ron Paul Should Say: Part II
Ron Paul has elaborated on his views in his books, in speeches, and in interviews. During the debates, however, when he has a...
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How Big Government Bungled the Nation’s Security
Ten years after 9/11, we are finally getting the truth about how our expensive, bureaucratic security services totally bungled their investigations into Islamic...
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