The drug war playbook needs a rewrite. Instead of chasing the latest substance, we should focus on harm reduction and prevention.
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When it comes to the "war on junk fees," the administration has been curiously silent on all the fees charged by the government itself.
101 Late Fees Charged by the Government
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There's a risk of the conflict in Ukraine becoming another "forever war," akin to past US military engagements in Afghanistan and Iraq, with ill-defined objectives and escalating involvement.
What Does America Want in Ukraine?
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While grocery inflation has become a major theme of the 2024 presidential election, few policymakers actually seem interested in lowering grocery prices…
Americans Remain Worried about Food Prices . . . So Why Is Washington Trying to Increase Them?
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The National Origins Quota Act, which included the first permanent cap on legal immigration, backfired. When 97% of people can’t come and live here legally, many give up and come illegally.
Trump and Biden Blame Each Other for Illegal Immigration. But Congress Created It
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Imagine a world where housing costs drop by 50% in the US! Deregulation could make it happen, raising the standard of living for millions.
Yes In My Backyard: The Case for Housing Deregulation
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States across the US are rushing to regulate AI, but are they doing more harm than good? Jack Solowey & Jennifer Huddleston examine the pitfalls of state-level AI legislation and its impact on innovation.
Words to Fear: I’m From the State Government, and I’m Here to Help with AI Risk
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Government regulations on nicotine-containing products may be driving consumers towards unregulated, potentially more potent synthetic nicotine analogs.
Iron Law of Prohibition: Nicotine Edition
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When it comes to social media content moderation, government intervention may do more harm than good. David Inserra's new paper explains why embracing market dynamics and civil society engagement is key to fostering a culture of free expression online.
A Guide to Content Moderation for Policymakers
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Support for globalization does not mean support for global government.
A Cosmopolitan Case against World Government
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