While in Spain recently I observed that the country is being choked by regulations. On my first day, I realized that Spain doesn’t suffer from a labor shortage like in the United States, but something much worse—a sclerotic labor market marked by debilitating regulations. These regulations were most severe in the market for labor, but apply to other markets as well, as in … [Read more...] about Why Spain Routinely Has One of the Highest Unemployment Rates in Europe
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The Dark Truth about America’s Agricultural System
Lots of businesses have been forced to close their doors thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic. With much of the country sliding back into mask mandates and requirements to follow strict health and safety rules, the cost of staying in business has far outweighed the potential for profit in many cases. And in some industries, there’s simply no longer any demand for certain … [Read more...] about The Dark Truth about America’s Agricultural System
Biden Administration Quietly Burdened Americans with $201 Billion in Hidden Taxes Last Year, Report Finds
President Biden campaigned on moderation and a “return to normal.” Yet, on the regulatory front, the Biden administration has been far more aggressive than previous administrations—both Republican and Democratic. At least, that’s the finding of a new report from the center-right American Action Forum (AAF). Analysts Dan Goldbeck and Dan Bosch reviewed President Biden’s … [Read more...] about Biden Administration Quietly Burdened Americans with $201 Billion in Hidden Taxes Last Year, Report Finds
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