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.
Trump’s Tariff Tactics Deflate EU’s Self- Image

Trump’s Tariff Tactics Deflate EU’s Self- Image

Europe has no clue what Trump’s game is, and member states are fed up with being left in the dark.

May 31, 2025
Defense Funding: Europe Is Wading Into Deep Debt Waters

Defense Funding: Europe Is Wading Into Deep Debt Waters

To date, there are no credible estimates of the fiscal danger associated with NATO’s planned military expansion. We put numbers on it. Prepare to be shocked.

May 25, 2025
Trump Must Take U.S. Credit Downgrade Seriously

Trump Must Take U.S. Credit Downgrade Seriously

Europe has a rich history of debt crises. Time for Trump to learn from them.

May 22, 2025
The Dilemma That Conservatives Ignore

The Dilemma That Conservatives Ignore

If conservatives ever wish to be relevant and make any lasting difference in the real world, they need to understand the welfare state.

December 20, 2024
France, the Fiscal Train Wreck

France, the Fiscal Train Wreck

While President Macron is busy trying to cling to power, the ECB is helping France down the path of economic self-destruction.

December 18, 2024
Kier and Kamala Share the Same Bad Tax Idea

Kier and Kamala Share the Same Bad Tax Idea

It is wrong to separate tax liability from a taxpayer’s ability to pay the tax. Yet Kier Starmer and Kamala Harris are both champions of doing just that.

December 17, 2024
Inflation Strikes Back

Inflation Strikes Back

The European Central Bank has cut interest rates again, and the Federal Reserve may follow. With inflation rising in both regions, these rate cuts must stop.

December 13, 2024
Swedish Left: Shorter Workweek Is “Freedom Reform”

Swedish Left: Shorter Workweek Is “Freedom Reform”

The Swedish economy is in no way ready to pay for a government-forced workweek reduction.

December 11, 2024
Trump And the Great Big Crypto Hype

Trump And the Great Big Crypto Hype

Contrary to what crypto asset proponents seem to believe, there are firm limits to what cryptos can do for us.

December 10, 2024
How To Fix the Crumbling German Economy

How To Fix the Crumbling German Economy

A shrinking economy means less tax revenue for the German government. The solution is simple but requires a lot of political courage. Does the Bundestag have that?

December 5, 2024
Why Everyone Needs To Understand Modern Monetary Theory

Why Everyone Needs To Understand Modern Monetary Theory

Modern Monetary Theory is one of the most destructive economic theories ever invented. Its critics have failed to understand it. This needs to change.

December 3, 2024
Trump Rattled by BRICS De-Dollarization Plan

Trump Rattled by BRICS De-Dollarization Plan

While the Biden administration ignored it, BRICS countries devised a plan to undermine the dollar. Trump has vowed to oppose de-dollarization, but can he stop it?

December 2, 2024