Perspectives Matter

Adam Smith, Economic Freedom, and Why History Keeps Repeating Itself

Economist and FreedomFest founder Mark Skousen discusses his book The Making of Modern Economics, history's warning signs, his predictions on gold and infrastructure vulnerabilities, plus which career paths still offer opportunity in today's economy.

The Challenges Facing Nonprofits Today (5013)

There has been, since the 1970s, a push towards giving the President near absolute power expressed through what is described as the unitary executive power. Recognizing the corrupt nature of unchecked power, the Founders and writers of the Constitution designed a system of government with co-equal branches, creating a system of checks and balances.

Unitary Executive Powers (5016)

There has been, since the 1970s, a push towards giving the President near absolute power expressed through what is described as the unitary executive power. Recognizing the corrupt nature of unchecked power, the Founders and writers of the Constitution designed a system of government with co-equal branches, creating a system of checks and balances.

Re-Air – Presidential Leadership: the Defining Traits (5001)

As we approach the inauguration of the 47th American president, it’s an ideal time to reflect on past leaders and consider which of them are remembered as the most successful.

Western Tradition and The American Founding (5007)

The government of the United States traces its roots back to ancient Greece, Rome and historic philosophers such as Plato and Aristotle. This is especially relevant now as increasingly we are seeing evidence of countries slipping towards authoritarianism, a risk that some fear for the United States.

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