Gov. Walker Embraces 'Workfare' and Solves Two Problems
Welfare recipients need jobs and employers need workers, especially now. Gov. Scott Walker has one solution for both problems.
The Trump Conundrum
Trump can have a strong, growing economy, or he can reduce the trade deficit, but historically it is very unlikely he can do both.
Tariffs Don't 'Drain the Swamp,' They Are the Swamp
Opening the door to tariffs means that every company and industry that can't or won't compete will head to Washington, checkbook in hand, hoping to use the power of government to protect them.
Gas Exports Become a Force for World Peace and a Cleaner Environment
Three reasons why we should cheer the fact that China is importing liquefied natural gas.
Trump's Food Stamp Replacement Proposal Has Merit
President Trump has proposed replacing part of the food stamp program with a box of nutritious food. The idea is well worth considering, especially as a state demonstration project.
Republicans Still Haven't Learned Their Lesson from 2006
Republicans claimed they learned their lesson about big-government spending when voters put Democrats in control of the House and Senate in 2007; but it looks like they haven't learned a thing.
Trump May Have a Prescription for High Drug Prices
President Trump wants to address the high price of some prescription drugs, and new bilateral trade agreements would be a good place to start.
Tax Competition Explodes and the Left Hates It
Tax competition is good for economies, just like other forms of competition; and the new tax reform law has made U.S. corporate tax rates competitive again.
Trump Tries to Save U.S. Solar but May Kill It Instead
President Trump has imposed tariffs on imported solar panels and solar cells, but is that an effort to save the solar industry or undermine it?
Republicans: Don't Go Squishy on Welfare Reform
Republicans shouldn't fear welfare reform; they should embrace it because, like tax reform, they're good at it.