This is an entertaining read. Take a few moments to ponder they ways your life is changed and your choices are limited - in plain view but without your knowledge or consent.
-E_F
Thursday, April 21, 2011
Three More Attacks on Civilization - Jeffrey A. Tucker - Mises Daily
Three More Attacks on Civilization - Jeffrey A. Tucker - Mises Daily
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Oil Prices: Investors Are in the Driver's Seat | STRATFOR
The following article is from STRATFOR, one of the best resources available for energy investors. The main thrust of the piece is the role of pure financial players in the commodity markets; however, the discussion of global money supply is more interesting and important. Enjoy.
- E_F
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Chevy Volt: The Car From Atlas Shrugged Motors - Forbes.com
An excellent example of interventionist government policies, particularly instructive regarding government's (lack of) success in picking winners. A good lesson to bear in mind when considering "green" or "clean" energy subsidies.
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
The Great Texas Wind Swindle: Property Owners vs. the State (Part I) — MasterResource
This is a great example of how energy finance is distorted by regulatory intervention. That's not to say that all regulation is bad. Some regulations are designed to improve safety and protect people and the environment. Other regulations are designed to subsidize uncompetitive energy sources, which inevitably leads to the formation of a class of entities with a strong interest in continuing subsidies. The former can generally be classified as "good" regulation (with some notable exceptions), the latter as "bad" regulation (in virtually every case).
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