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Fighting for Control
The Houston Chronicle reports that political battle is developing between the state and local governments in Georgia. As in Texas, state lawmakers are trying to limit the controls and regulations that city and county governments place on land use. And as in Texas, local municipalities are fighting back. State legislators are targeting regulations that control…
Why I Can’t Operate a Taxi in Houston
ByjbpThis was originally posted on Live Oaks on December 9, 2009. Comments have not been migrated. During this era of job losses and exorbitant government spending to “create” jobs, it is interesting to note the lengths to which government goes to prevent job creation. This is worse than just another example government hypocrisy–it harms consumers,…
A Food Fight in Farmville
In 2019, Mark Shirley left his job managing an auto dealership to pursue his dream of owning a restaurant. After doing research, he concluded that a food truck was the best way to start. Costs would be lower than a brick-and-mortar location and he could slowly build his clientele while working out the kinks every…
An Open Letter to the National Butterfly Center
When an individual takes property without the owner’s consent, it is called theft. When a group of individuals does this, it is called organized crime. When the government does this, it is called eminent domain. The destruction of your property to build the border wall is an example of government hypocrisy at its worse. We…
Principles and Property Rights
ByjbpWith the exception of those who have taken a vow of poverty, human beings desire “stuff.” We want more than the basic necessities that life requires. We want a safe place to live and dependable transportation. We want to attend concerts, movies, and sporting events. We want gadgets, such as smart phones, computers, and flat…
Fish Farming and Property Rights
ByjbpThis was originally posted on Live Oaks on January 30, 2009. Comments have not been migrated. Wednesday’s Chronicle had an interesting article on fish farms. A proposal to establish large mesh cages in the Gulf of Mexico is being considered by the Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council, a federal agency that manages fisheries in…