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GDP and the origins of prosperity
- By: Avery Schreck
The United States is a wealthy and prosperous country. Historically, Americans have looked to Gross Domestic Product (GDP) to measure their prosperity. GDP…
Can a country trade its way to independence?
- By: Avery Schreck
Protectionists often say that tariffs are a way to achieve economic independence. They argue that raising the prices of foreign goods can bring production…
Why can’t we just print more money?
- By: Avery Schreck
Last week, I attended an event at a think tank where the conversation centered on the federal budget and national debt. At one…