Misconceptions of Objectivist Selfishness
"To an Objectivist, to be selfish is to have personal goals, and a desire to pursue them. To be selfish is to have principles, and a desire to abide by them. To be selfish is to forge your own path,
What’s The Deal With Debt? – Freedom Philosophy
"Greece suffered this fate, Japan is undergoing it now. Lebanon has had a government shutdown over it. This is an issue that isn’t commonly understood by a populace until it happens to their country. The lessons of economic history are
Misconceptions of Child Labor Laws
"The danger of enforcing a ban on child labor on a poor society is clear from a report by UNICEF on Bangladesh, a nation known for its prevalence of child labor. In 1993, a bill was introduced in Congress with
Justin Trudeau’s Economic Record – Freedom Philosophy
"Trudeau has no bragging points when it comes to the economy. The centerpiece of his campaign doesn’t stand up to scrutiny. He has devastated the economy. Our bills go up as does Trudeau’s rhetoric. Trudeau is cotton candy that has
Demand Specifics in the Minimum Wage Debate
"In their minds, the moral case is set in stone: nobody deserves to make less than a “living wage.” As for the practical case, it is typically abstract and incredibly simplistic, occasionally using things like CEO pay as an argument
Misconceptions of Price Gouging
"High prices act as an automatic rationing system during a disaster. People buy only what they need, leaving limited resources available to others that value them more. The intent of business owners is irrelevant. They may only be concerned for
Capitalism Helps the Poor, Democratic Socialism Does Not
"Economic prosperity, especially for the poor, doesn’t come from government programs. The record of history is clear. It comes when individuals enjoy freedom from government micromanagement in decisions about their lives, their businesses, their property, and their philanthropy." Writes guest
Misconceptions of The Pink Tax
"Overall, we can say that when women and men both have equal access to the same products on the market, any disparity is entirely due to customer preference. Both men and women will buy the product that best satisfies their