Veronique de Rugy is a contributing editor at Reason. She is a senior research fellow at the Mercatus Center at George Mason University.
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Trump's Tariffs Injure Another American Business
Tariffs always divert resources toward government-favored firms and away from everyone else.
The Government's Economic Illogic Is on Display
Trump's tariffs are just part of the problem.
The President Shouldn't Act as an Arms Dealer to the Saudis
"The business of buying weapons that takes place in the Pentagon is a corrupt business."
Telling the Truth on Trade With China
More government control over the U.S. economy will make the U.S. more like China.
Eliminate, Don't Expand, Electric Vehicle Credit
Congress should resist the call of special interests.
Trump's Economic Ignorance on Tariffs
Another week, another bumbling trade declaration from the president.
The Republicans Abandon Free Trade
The GOP betrays its principles for the sake of political expediency.
Don't Let Protectionists Ruin Air Travel
Competition is the best way for consumers to get better and cheaper flights.
Trump's Ignorant Trade War
The president should stop worrying about the trade deficit and learn to love free trade.
Seattle's Idiotic Tax on Amazon
The tyranny of local government was on full display this week.
The Tyranny of the Administrative State
Unelected bureaucrats should not wield legislative power.
Is Ethanol Cronyism on the Ropes?
It's time to end government handouts for corn farmers.
Kelo's 'Little Pink House' Stands as a Monument to Injustice
A powerful new film portrays an infuriating act of eminent domain abuse.
Are Trillion-Dollar Deficits the New Norm?
It's time to wise up and start curtailing America's mounting debt.
How Trump's Steel Tariffs Harm America
The American people will suffer more than the moguls in the steel industry will benefit.
The Omnibus Spending Bill Is a Fiscal Embarrassment
Republicans prove yet again why they deserve to be labeled the biggest swamp spenders.
Larry Kudlow, Trump's New Economic Adviser, Is a Longtime Advocate for Low Taxes and Free Trade
Hopefully he will be a positive force from his new perch at the White House.
Telling the Truth on Tariffs
More firms will be hurt than helped by Trump's taxes on imported steel and aluminum.
Uncle Sam Continues to Stick His Head in the Sand on Entitlements
America needs to rethink unsustainable programs that send so many taxpayer dollars to well-off seniors.
4 Bad Arguments for Trump's New Tariffs
When it comes to trade, the president believes a lot of nonsense.
A Peaceful, Easy and Just Prescription for Growth
How fast will the economy grow under Trump? It depends on who you ask.
Should Infrastructure Spending Be State, Local or Federal?
We shouldn't be raising the federal gas tax to pay for local infrastructure projects.
The U.S. Should Welcome More Investor Immigrants
Immigration reform shouldn't be limited to reducing programs considered undesirable. It should also include expanding programs that are a proven success.
Trump's New Budget Plan Proves He Won't Even Pretend to Care About the Debt
The era of big government is far from over.
The Senate Budget Deal Proves Republicans Love Government Spending
The GOP leadership cheers on a bipartisan spending spree.
Making the Federal Government Lean Again
With trillion-dollar deficits on the horizon, now is the time to start talking about government austerity.
NAFTA Withdrawal Would Undermine Tax Reform Gains
America needs both low taxes and free trade to thrive in the 21st century.
SpaceX and Uncle Sam Shrug Off Billion-Dollar Blame Game
The federal government doesn't insure the satellites it shoots into space.
Is Tax Reform Already Working?
Companies are paying bonuses, raising wages, and committing to major new investments. Is this a sign of the tax law's success-or just clever corporate PR?
Real Federalists Need to Step Up to Fight Jeff Sessions' War on Weed
The Attorney General's reversal on marijuana is out of step with states rights and public opinion.
Start Saving Now, Because Social Security Is Screwed
If Congress doesn't address its insolvency issues, payouts will need to be slashed by a quarter starting in fewer than 20 years.
Trillion-Dollar Deficit Deja Vu
Debt and deficits mount as lawmakers remain addicted to borrowing and spending.
3 Things to Like About 2017
There were a few silver linings for liberty lovers this past year.
Warren's Regulatory Expansion Is Wrong Answer to Equifax Breach
The senator wants to force credit reporting agencies to offer useful services for free.
Air Travel Cronyism Falls Short in Senate
New taxes on foreign airlines is stripped from the Senate's tax reform package.
Coming Down the Home Stretch on Tax Reform
The House and Senate have both passed a bill. Now they have to iron out their differences.
A Bipartisan Tradition of Enabling Spendaholics
Republicans prove that when they're in power, they like to spend just as much as Democrats do.
Maybe Not Libertarian, But There Are Some Things to Like in This Tax Reform
The House and Senate still refuse to consider cutting government spending.
