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The Broken Window Fallacy
Some economists and politicians believe that a silver lining to natural disasters and other destruction is that rebuilding is a huge boost to the local economy. But is restoring things the best use of money or is building additional value … Continue reading
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Crowding Out and Government Debt
The federal government is sinking deeper and deeper into debt and that means it needs to borrow more and more money. Radio America’s Claire Alfree explains where that money comes from and why individuals and small businesses end up suffering … Continue reading
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