Monthly Archives: April 2011

What Does a Libertarian City Look Like?

Posted on April 21, 2011 by LibertyInsight

Most people just assume that certain public functions such as building roads, managing parks and collecting trash need to be handled by the government.  Libertarians believe that private companies competing for business are more efficient and cost effective than government … Continue reading →

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Chart(s) of the Week – Incarceration Rates

Posted on April 8, 2011 by LibertyInsight

Land of the Free? America was founded on freedom, liberty and justice. So why is it that we lock up more of our citizens per capita than any other county in the world? Are Americans just inherently criminals? Australia was … Continue reading →

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Government Numbers

Posted on April 4, 2011 by LibertyInsight

Do you ever get the feeling that something doesn’t quite add up with the economy? Does it seem odd that the recession officially ended in June of 2009 yet the Fed interest rate is still at 0-.25%. When Ben Bernanke … Continue reading →

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