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When We Disagree
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A Lesson from U-Haul
It is no secret that people are fleeing California’s outrageous taxes and onerous business regulations. U-Haul reports that for the fourth consecutive year, California led the nation in the number of outbound truck rentals. The advocates of school choice should learn a lesson from U-Haul. When individuals have freedom of choice, they make choices that…
Facts vs. Fear
A recent study conducted in New York State concluded that 13.9 percent, or about 2.7 million, of the state’s residents have been infected with the coronavirus. That number is ten times higher than the state’s official count of 269,000. While government officials were quick to point out that these are preliminary results, it supports a…
The Real Threat from COVID-19
With the hysteria over COVID-19 increasing daily, a growing number of individuals around the world are demanding that governments do more to stop the pandemic. Many governments are responding by quarantining those who test positive for the virus. Italy has suspended all sporting events until April 3. While these measures may make some people feel…
A Salute to Businessmen
In normal times, it seems to be a national pastime to criticize and castigate businessmen. But these aren’t normal times, and many are beginning to realize the important role that businessmen play in our lives. Without businessmen, most of us wouldn’t have a job. And without a job, we wouldn’t be able to pay the…