Property Taxes: Funding Our Communities vs. The Burden of Ownership Property taxes are a cornerstone of local government funding, providing essential resources for schools, parks, and public services. However, for…
This case, M.H. v. Omegle.com LLC, heard by the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals, addresses the critical issue of child exploitation on online platforms. Eleven-year-old C.H. was coerced into creating…
The Progressive Income Tax: A Libertarian Nightmare The progressive income tax, a system where higher earners pay a larger percentage of their income in taxes, is a cornerstone of modern…
Debating and Critiquing Existing Systems: A Catalyst for Progress We live in a world shaped by systems – political, economic, social, and technological. These systems dictate how we interact, learn,…
President Biden faces mounting pressure to exercise his clemency powers broadly before leaving office, particularly after his recent pardon of his son, Hunter Biden. Advocacy groups, religious leaders, including Pope…
The Ongoing Struggle for Shelter Access and Housing Affordability in America's Cities This Rent Free newsletter explores the multifaceted challenges facing housing affordability and accessibility across the United States, highlighting…
The Laffer Curve Revisited: Finding the Optimal Tax Rate (or Lack Thereof) The Laffer Curve, a staple of supply-side economics, argues that there's an optimal tax rate that maximizes government…
Starving the Beast: Can Tax Cuts Shrink Government? A Deep Dive The "Starving the Beast" theory has been a cornerstone of conservative fiscal policy for decades. It posits that cutting…
This case revolves around a motion to unseal court documents related to a granted new trial due to judicial misconduct. The defendant, Hernandez-Zamora, originally filed a motion for dismissal or…
Taxation and the Welfare State: A Libertarian Critique Introduction: The welfare state, characterized by government-funded social programs like healthcare, education, and unemployment benefits, is often financed through taxation. This intersection…