Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been categorized as “Economics”
Owning a home isn’t the American Dream of our parents’ generation. Today, home ownership has hit a near five-decade low, despite the fact: The average age of a first-time home buyer has not changed. The length of time it takes to go from rental to full ownership has barely budged upwards. Mortgage rates have declined considerably, although housing costs have …
My favorite phrase among the progressive elite that champion socialism is: “But if only it were done right.” You can’t do something “right” if it is inherently wrong to begin with. Take Venezuela for example. It is an excellent example of a socialistic-induced economic and societal train wreck. Winston Churchill could have been describing that country when he said: “Socialism …
Do we want to be another Greece? Or maybe Japan? Portugal? Spain? France? Italy? Canada? These are countries with some of the worst Debt-to-GDP ratios. These are unsustainable debt loads … and America is nipping at their heels. The U.S. national debt shot over $20 trillion. We are somewhere in the middle of the pack of debtor nations. This is …
“The inherent virtue of socialism is the equal sharing of miseries.” Winston Churchill knew that the “inherent virtue” of socialism is that it stints growth and productivity. But according to a recent survey by the American Culture & Faith Institute, four out of ten Americans today prefer socialism to capitalism. Researcher George Barna says, “That is a large minority – …
The media is propagating a dangerous liberal economic myth. Don’t fall for it. They are falsely saying that President Trump’s tax cuts will benefit only the “rich.” Let’s look at the reality. Trump’s tax reform will: Grow jobs Increase wages Deliver real simplicity and fairness for all Americans. The greatest job creators in the world are the small business owners, …
Did you know that intrusive government policies are making income inequality worse? It’s true. Government intervention in the economy is making the gap between rich and poor a lot worse. In the last four decades, income inequality in America has increased significantly, according to the Federal Reserve Bank. And, not surprisingly, the worst state is California. This growing gap between …
You and your family are unknowingly being manipulated and cheated by the politicized public unions. In fact, there are 10 ways you’re now being ripped off. Rip-off No. 1: Unions Force workers to pay for political contributions Nationwide, they take in about $14 billion yearly, frequently by force, and don’t have to pay a penny in tax. As 501(c)(5)s, the unions have …
I spoke at the FreedomFest Conference again this year. This is the 10th time I’ve been a speaker. It was great seeing so many subscribers attending. My wife, Shelly, and I talked with many of the major movers and shakers who help transform our culture and society. My wife and I had some great conversations with political commentator Dinesh D’Souza, …
I updated my talks and speeches. I’d love to come to your church or group. Here are some of my topics: Groups, Organizations and Conferences: The Deep State: 12 Surprising Things You Should Know The Education Crisis: War on Kids, Teachers and Parents The Coming Economic Tsunami Paradise Lost? 7 Crises Destroying the California Dream Shocker: What Happened in Election …
The pursuit of a “livable” wage for entry level workers has been a topic of hot debate in this country. Raising the minimum wage to $15 an hour distorts the mechanizations of the free enterprise system based on supply and demand. Let’s say an eatery is forced to pay all its employees a minimum of $15 an hour, the owner …
