John Stossel
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America 250: How Liberty, Property Rights, and Limited Government Built the Freest Nation in History
Ben Franklin warned: America has "a republic, if you can keep it."
How a Climate Scientist Was Attacked by the White House, Congress, and His Own University
Expressing skepticism got climate researcher Roger Pielke Jr. attacked by our government.
Selfish Elites
Charles Murray says the elite "have abdicated their role as stewards of the culture."
The Case for Capitalism
Steve Forbes explains why free markets work and socialism doesn't.
A Few Moments With Ted Turner
He was a refreshingly open billionaire and a remarkable innovator.
Watt's the Problem With Data Centers?
The truth about energy use, costs, and the panic over progress.
The Left's Hatred of Western Civilization
The West is blamed for oppression, racism, and inequity, which is "so blind to the reality of history," says author Heather Mac Donald.
How Government Keeps People Smoking
Nicotine pouches, like Zyn, are safer than smoking. But now, politicians want to restrict the pouches.
How Dumb Government Actions Made the Great Depression and Recession Worse
When there's a problem, politicians always have "solutions." History shows those "solutions" often make things worse.
How Government Regulations Jack Up the Price of Daycare
Daycare costs are rising, and government promises it will fix it. But when government "fixes" something, that means more rules.
The Truth About Taxing the Rich: Deficits, Migration, Fewer Jobs
"Tax the rich!" is popular. But don't politicians realize that in America people can move?
Freedom, Responsibility, and the Lies of Collectivism
Government often acts like it owns us. But lawyer Tim Sandefur reminds us that we own ourselves.
Government Planning Doesn't Fix Economies
Politicians say they can "fix" the economy. But economists Friedrich Hayek and Ludwig von Mises pointed out how government "fixes" lead to bigger problems.
Climate Hysteria, Fake Meat, and the Push to Change Your Diet
Have you heard that your steak is killing the planet? That's what climate activists say. But it's not true.
ObamaCare Turns 16
Many politicians claimed it would lower healthcare costs with expert panels and better management. But growing rules and mandates often have the opposite effect.
California Rebuild: Crushing Rules, Empty Reservoirs, Angry Residents
One year after California wildfires destroyed more than 10,000 homes, only a handful have been rebuilt. But Los Angeles's mayor says the recovery has been "pretty quick."
Grading Trump's First Year: The Border, DOGE, Debt, and Energy
We're one year into President Trump's second term. He says, "We're doing a job like nobody's ever seen before!" Is that true?
Race, Skills Gap, Disparate Impact, and the Role of Women
"I'm going to speak the truth here, and this is not pleasant for people to hear."
Billions Stolen: Why Government Doesn't Crack Down on Fraud
The federal government loses $500 billion to fraud every year. Welfare programs rush money out the door, without carefully checking who gets it and whether they deserve to get it.