Sure it was. (From The Vampire Economy , by Guenter Riemann.)
What I Told the Eleventh Graders
This morning I spoke to the juniors at my kids’ (private) school about libertarianism, as part of a course they’re taking on political philosophy. The session lasted 90 minutes. I do a lot of public speaking, and I can tell you that high school students… Read More
This Will Be Fun
Bob Murphy and I are putting on a show in New York City on June 8. The zombie character will return, we’ll have a mock Krugman debate, some speaking, and some surprises. We’re also having a VIP luncheon, and giving five signed books to people who buy… Read More
Homeschooling Numbers Up 75%
The number of children being homeschooled is up 75% since 1999.
Gun Crime Has Plunged, But Americans Think It Has Risen
I’m pretty sure I recall seeing Drudge link to this the other day. Gun killings were down 39% between 1993 and 2011, and non-fatal gun crimes were down 69%. Yet only 12% of the public realized this, with 56% saying gun crimes were up. I’m sure there… Read More
Air Force Sexual Assault Prevention Chief Arrested for Sexual Assault
Here’s the story , which also mentions that sexual assaults in the military are substantially up from two years ago.
Mark Sanford’s Shining Moment (No, Not His Election Win)
The day he was presented with a copy of Nullification .
Do Libertarians Support Crony Capitalism?
I don’t know what to make of this. Ken Connor , of something called The Center for a Just Society, writes as follows: Thanks to a renewed interest in the works of Ayn Rand and high-profile figures like John Stossel, Glenn Beck, and Rand Paul, libertarianism is… Read More
Worthy of Toastmasters
I only just now saw the acceptance speeches delivered by Rush upon their recent induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Whether you’re a fan or not, you should watch. I am impressed with what Alex Lifeson was able to do in his… Read More
