Homines libenter quod volunt credunt
Posted in Methodology on Oct 2nd, 2010
I have been so exasperated with the state of economic discourse of late, or even studying my field, that I have decided to take a small break from the 24-7 engagement I typically have with it. For example, I used to listen to economics podcasts or books or lectures on my drive to and from […]
Posted in Corporatism, Taxation on Aug 13th, 2008
I recently read David Cay Johnston’s book, “Free Lunch” which is a critical look at how the wealthiest Americans seek and receive advantages from the government to the detriment of the taxpayers. The overall point is on target and I am sympathetic to many of the stories, despite the usual littering of economic nonsense in […]