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Here’s Steve Hanke on the slow-down in economic growth of the past few years [3]. A slice (link added)):
Washington’s destructive policies have been dubbed “regime uncertainty” in a strand of innovative analyses pioneered by Robert Higgs of the Independent Institute. Regime uncertainty relates to the likelihood that an investor’s private property – namely, the flows of income and services it yields – will be attenuated by government action. As regime uncertainty is elevated, private investment is notched down from where it would have been. This can result in a business-cycle bust and even economic stagnation. I recommend Higgs’ most recent book for evidence on the negative effects of regime uncertainty: Robert Higgs. Taking a Stand: Reflections on Life Liberty, and the Economy [4]. Oakland, CA: The Independent Institute, 2015.
Speaking of which, here’s Richard Rahn at his best [5].
Mark Perry reflects on the state of today’s environment [6].
Here’s my colleague Pete Boettke on the proper role of economists [8].