Why Not Let Banks Fail?

Why Not Let Banks Fail?

Imagine that for the last 100 years, the federal government’s policy was to bail out every business that was in danger of going under. The policy would consist of shoveling large amounts of subsidies into the business in order to help it remain in business. If,...
What Next? Trillion Dollar Coins?

What Next? Trillion Dollar Coins?

The massive set of stimulus measures rolled out last month by the Treasury Department and Federal Reserve has left many Americans wanting more; and politicians scheming for new ways to dole out additional trillions in cash. Most taxpayers have already received their...
Protectionism Abroad and Socialism at Home

Protectionism Abroad and Socialism at Home

by Ron Paul One of the most insidious ways politicians expand government is by creating new programs to “solve” problems created by politicians. For example, government interference in health care increased health care costs, making it difficult or even impossible for...
Freedom is Better Than Bailouts

Freedom is Better Than Bailouts

by Randy Brogdon, Oklahoma State Senate ******* Senator Brogdon is a featured speaker at Nullify Now! in Fort Worth – on September 4th click here to get your tickets today! (or call 888-71-TICKETS) ******* The only solution to our nation’s economic woes is...

The Bailout Surge

by Rep Ron Paul This week the bailout of the Big Three automakers was under heavy consideration in Congress’s lame duck session.  I have always opposed government bailouts of private organizations.  Back in 1979 Congress had hearings about bailing out Chrysler and...