David Stockman wrote an intriguing article which appeared in the NY Times. That it appeared in the Times is noteworthy itself, for it contradicts so many liberal shibboleths the paper has supported (promoted) for many years. Its appearance is less… Read More »David Stockman Alienates Both Ends of The Political Spectrum
As one views the deteriorating condition of the world, it is difficult not to think of what could be rather than what is. In the words of John Lennon: “You, you may say I’m a dreamer, but I’m not the only… Read More »“Imagine” — My Version
Brian Wilson, a nationally-known radio personality, has begun the Libertas Media project. Mr. Wilson’s dream for this project is to provide an alternative to current news: What if there is a solution to the MSM dominance of information distribution? What… Read More »Another Voice For Liberty
There have been several recent articles on this website concerning the loss of freedom and the changing relationship between the government and the people. Simon Black dealt with this same subject in a recent email in which he summarized the… Read More »Don’t Assassinate Your Own Citizens
It is difficult to communicate the seriousness of the economic problems that face the developed world. Our political masters have so screwed things up that there is no way out for us. They undoubtedly have made preparations to flee the… Read More »Myth Versus Reality
My generation, born during or near post World War II, has been quite fortunate. Those of us lucky to have been born in the US during this period hit a sweet spot of both place and history. The economy thrived,… Read More »Playing Financial Chicken In Your Golden Years
I really have no idea of the validity of these claims. I suspect they are probably correct only because the mainstream media has been silent on the political affiliations of these gunmen. Had one been a Republican, it likely would… Read More »Where Are The Crazed Conservatives?
As the economic collapse approaches, be aware that government will become more desperate and resort to measure(s) that will enable it to survive. The myth of government as a good, necessary and positive force in society is coming unraveled. To understand… Read More »The Beast Is On The Prowl
The continuing optimism reported regarding an economic recovery is growing old while the economy does not grow at all (or at rates well below normal). The recession was declared over in June 2009. In light of what has happened and… Read More »Hippocrates Was Not An Economist
I am not a conspiracist, but I am having trouble maintaining that position. The current occupants of our government have become too cozy with one another. Party affiliation matters little these days. Neither do ethics, morality, integrity or the Constitution,… Read More »There Is No Morality In Government
All the hubbub about the fiscal cliff is just that — noise. The fiscal cliff has little to nothing to do with the financial and economic problems of the nation. It will be solved by raising the debt ceiling again… Read More »The Fiscal Cliff
I don’t like guns. I would prefer they didn’t exist. But they do and to pretend otherwise is foolish. But to pretend that you can legislate away guns is equally foolish. “Crazies” exist and it is crazies not guns that… Read More »Gun Laws and Crazies