Is International Free Trade Justified By Economics, or Utilitarianism?
The discussion on trade policy will improve when economists are more intentional about the moral issues at play.
Cold War No More: To Understand The Rift Among Republicans, Look To Foreign Policy
President Trump’s decision to withdraw U.S. ground troops from Syria has sparked both praise and outrage across the entirety of the political landscape. Republicans are particularly divided on this issue…
Welfare For The Rich: How Local Governments Offered The World To Amazon
Multiple governments’ public relations teams justified their Amazon offers as “seeking opportunity for community investment,” but how exactly is a massive corporate campus in the Quarry Yards going to help the community?
The Trap of Secular Spiritualism
Slogans like “live your truth,” “do what makes you happy,” and “radiate positive vibes” are all based in secular spiritualism.
Unholy Alliance: Facebook Brazil and Government Censor Right-Wing Movement
Brazilian activists count on social networks to counteract the mainstream media narrative and reach voters with our message.
A Sinking Ship: The Case for Dropping The Euro
The once glorious prospect of an economically integrated Europe has presented insurmountable global challenges for countries whose economies are not equipped to deal with them.
The Untold Trials of Middle Eastern Christians
Christians are being driven out of the Middle East. Pressure from Islamist groups and economic forces make remaining in Middle-eastern countries less and less feasible…
What Planned Parenthood’s Profane Ad Reveals About Our Culture
While the industry has always relied on people having irresponsible sex, Planned Parenthood used to claim that they made the world safer for those already inclined toward risky sex.
Is the international free trade dogma among economists solely justified by economics, or something more? Economist Levi Russell (@EconThomist) offers a refreshing perspective. https://t.co/XzEwZ3Zsqw
https://t.co/pVY7NqJRrX
