Author: Brian Phillips

  • A Predictable Consequence

    ByBrian Phillips

    When Trump announced his “Liberation Day” tariffs in April, the White House website stated tariffs do not raise prices. In November, Trump reduced tariffs on beef, coffee, and dozens of other food items to combat rising grocery prices. The Administration didn’t bother to explain why higher tariffs don’t increase prices, but lower tariffs decrease prices….

  • A Civility Campaign

    ByBrian Phillips

    Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy recently stated that he has seen “a degradation in civility” among air travelers. As a part of what he called his “civility campaign,” he pleaded with Americans to quit wearing pajamas on airplanes. Rather than scold airline passengers for their attire, Duffy should convince his boss to set a better example….