Sven R. Larson

Sven R Larson, Ph.D., has worked as a staff economist for think tanks and as an advisor to political campaigns. He is the author of several academic papers and books. His writings concentrate on the welfare state, how it causes economic stagnation, and the reforms needed to reduce the negative impact of big government. On Twitter, he is @S_R_Larson and he writes regularly at Larson’s Political Economy on Substack.
France: Europe’s Next Fiscal Flashpoint

France: Europe’s Next Fiscal Flashpoint

Anyone looking for a parody of fiscal policy needs to look no further than France. The French government has been in breach of the EU's fiscal rules for more than

October 1, 2024
Viktor Orbán’s ‘Memento Mori’ to Europe

Viktor Orbán’s ‘Memento Mori’ to Europe

If there is one man in Europe who has earned the right to criticize Brussels for its economic ineptitude, it is the prime minister of Hungary.

September 28, 2024
America Avoids a Debt Crisis

America Avoids a Debt Crisis

Thanks to its masterful monetary policy, the Federal Reserve has given Congress a great window of opportunity to get its fiscal house in order.

September 26, 2024
Kamala Harris and Her Hollow Opportunity Economy

Kamala Harris and Her Hollow Opportunity Economy

A closer look at Kamala Harris’s economic policies reveals nothing but a pile of stale Marxist economic leftovers.

September 24, 2024
Capitalism and Free Trade: Why We Can’t Have Both

Capitalism and Free Trade: Why We Can’t Have Both

National conservatives recognize national values. We recognize the limitations of capitalism and the free market. Economic trade is a national resource, but that is all it is.

September 21, 2024
The Real Reason for the Fed’s Big Rate Cut

The Real Reason for the Fed’s Big Rate Cut

The Federal Reserve’s motive was more dramatic than the media will tell us. They basically had no choice but to ‘go big.’

September 19, 2024
EU Economy: Sink or Swim

EU Economy: Sink or Swim

While Europe as a whole is in economic stagnation, some countries are bright spots that defy that trend.

September 17, 2024
Bad Idea: ECB Cuts Interest Rates

Bad Idea: ECB Cuts Interest Rates

Central banks returning us to very low interest rates could encourage more government debt, risking another inflation episode.

September 13, 2024
Trump Is Lucky That Debates Aren’t Elections

Trump Is Lucky That Debates Aren’t Elections

Despite a few weak points during the debate, Kamala Harris emerged from it as the front runner—with the help of the moderators.

September 11, 2024
Kamala Harris Is No Ronald Reagan

Kamala Harris Is No Ronald Reagan

I am not surprised that so many neocons line up against Trump. But when they do, can they at least do their homework and get basic facts straight?

September 10, 2024
Interest Rate Cuts: Be Careful What You Wish For

Interest Rate Cuts: Be Careful What You Wish For

There is a significant risk that the emerging trend of lower interest rates will put us right back where we started just before the recent inflation episode.

September 6, 2024
Dear Giorgia Meloni: Your Numbers Don’t Add Up

Dear Giorgia Meloni: Your Numbers Don’t Add Up

The Italian prime minister recently bragged about how her government has improved the country’s economy. As it turns out, all her numbers are wrong or misleading.

September 4, 2024