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.
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The January 6th committee suppressed 41,000 hours of video footage that showed there was no insurrection. Now the truth is out, and the consequences will be formidable.

March 9, 2023
Conservative Policy: The Social Market Economy

Conservative Policy: The Social Market Economy

Transforming conservative theory into policy takes a lot of work. The concept of the ‘social market economy’ is a good tool to make that happen.

March 7, 2023
U.S. Debt Crisis Alert

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There are growing signs that the United States is heading for a Greek-style fiscal crisis. It is not imminent, but close enough to cause real worries for anyone interested in the U.S. economy.

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Killing Innocence: The Anniversary of the Assassination of Olof Palme

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In 1986, an unknown assassin killed the Swedish prime minister. While the country lost its innocence, the murder changed the geostrategic landscape in Northern Europe.

March 1, 2023
Conservative Policy: Retirement Reform

Conservative Policy: Retirement Reform

Conservatism is built on strong theory, but we need more conservative policy practice. It is difficult, but it can be done. Retirement reform is a good example.

February 27, 2023
The Harm of Anti-Nationalism

The Harm of Anti-Nationalism

National conservatism fosters political leaders who love their country more than they love themselves. That makes national conservatism unique among political ideologies.

February 26, 2023
Good Economic News From America

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In three simple steps, Europe’s lawmakers can save the continent from stagflation and economic misery.

February 19, 2023
Who Is Nikki Haley?

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A governor and ambassador, Nikki Haley is very experienced. But what makes her stand out in a potential field of remarkable competitors for the presidency?

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Learn To Love the High Interest Rates

Learn To Love the High Interest Rates

Either we live with high-interest rates today, or we put our very prosperity in stagflation-driven jeopardy.

February 14, 2023
Closing Time for Free Speech

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As national security trumps individual freedom, Sweden will curtail freedom of speech piecemeal, like death from a thousand cuts.

February 10, 2023
America’s Path to Fiscal Conservatism

America’s Path to Fiscal Conservatism

Three think tanks, three ideas for fiscal reform. Only one can be right.

February 7, 2023
How An Inverted Yield Curve Is Good News

How An Inverted Yield Curve Is Good News

When you get less money on long-term investments than on short-term ones, it is good news for the economy.

February 4, 2023