People vote with their feet. When one state does something stupid... people can leave that state and take their talent and money with them. In this week's syndicated column, I take a look at which states do it right (and gain people) and which ones strangle freedom.

This competition between states makes it possible for states to learn from each other's successes... continue reading »

Today 16 Democrats who voted for Obamacare suddenly decided that they don't like the new 2.3% tax on medical devices is scheduled to take effect Jan 1.

Good! They're hypocrites, but at least they've finally figured out that taxes kill good things. Minnesota Senator Al Franken calls it a "job-killing tax." No kidding.

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Forbes just released a new ranking of the "World's Most Powerful People". President Obama tops the list, followed by three other prominent politicians: Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin, Chinese President Hu Jintao and German Chancellor Angela Merkel. The first entrepreneur, Bill Gates, is ranked fifth.

These world leaders do wield a great amount of power. They can use force... continue reading »