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.
Xi, Biden in Candid Talks at G20

Xi, Biden in Candid Talks at G20

Unsurprisingly, Taiwan was the most tense subject of conversation.

November 16, 2022
What If It’s True?

What If It’s True?

The U.S. government currently appears to be engaged in a slow-paced disclosure program. It is time for the rest of us to entertain the possibility that UFOs are extraterrestrial.

November 14, 2022
Why Did Republicans Not Do Better?

Why Did Republicans Not Do Better?

We cannot know for certain what the outcome of the election will be; the very fact that there will be recounts only gives more weight to the “what happened?” question.

November 9, 2022
The Biden Debacle

The Biden Debacle

Biden has become such a problem for the Democrats that some candidates have quietly asked him not to come and stump for them in their local races. His appearances would lose more voters than they would gain.

November 8, 2022
One Reform Can Save the Swedish Economy

One Reform Can Save the Swedish Economy

To cut the Gordian Knot constraining the Swedish economy, I suggest repealing the long-standing ‘fiscal framework’ that currently dictates how the Swedish Parliament conducts fiscal policy.

November 7, 2022
No Amnesty! An Open Letter to a Totalitarian Apologist

No Amnesty! An Open Letter to a Totalitarian Apologist

I will tell you right away, professor Oster: there will be no amnesty. Not a chance. And here is why.

November 6, 2022
Nordic Countries Open to Nuclear Weapons

Nordic Countries Open to Nuclear Weapons

Sweden has actively opposed nuclear weapons within its borders since signing the UN-negotiated Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons in 1968.

November 4, 2022
Strong Republican Momentum in U.S. Midterms

Strong Republican Momentum in U.S. Midterms

Currently, the Democrats control both legislative chambers, but with very small margins. This is about to change.

November 2, 2022
Danish Election Renews Leftist Government

Danish Election Renews Leftist Government

Incumbent prime minister and Social Democrat chairwoman, Mette Frederiksen, intends to hand in her resignation while negotiating a new alliance to come back with renewed parliamentary support.

November 2, 2022
Nord Stream Sabotage: New Allegations

Nord Stream Sabotage: New Allegations

The prevailing opinion among most ‘observers,’ Politico explains, is that “Russia blew up the pipelines … in an effort to further destabilize Europe’s energy supplies.

November 2, 2022
Debate Shows Differences in Swedish Politics

Debate Shows Differences in Swedish Politics

The four parties of the governing coalition explained that they had not taken over a “laid table” but rather a pile of problems that will take a long time to solve.

October 31, 2022
ECB Hikes Interest Rates Again

ECB Hikes Interest Rates Again

Inflation is of major concern, according to the ECB.

October 30, 2022