Trickle Down Proved Wrong

We’ve lived with supply side and trickle down economic theories for long enough that they can now be tested against Continue reading →

US Corporations Tax Havens

US corporations are estimated to have hidden $1.4T in off-shore tax havens. It is only an estimate, as is the Continue reading →

US Income Tax Paradox

Figuring out income taxes makes many people think about wealth and income inequality. Many debates begin based on who is Continue reading →

Biggest Coal Company Bankrupt

The largest private coal company declared bankruptcy. Cheap natural gas, a move away from heavy polluters, and a general slowdown Continue reading →

Inherited Super Health

Some people are just born healthy – genetically. Genetically, everyone has differences. Much attention has been given to the downside, Continue reading →

Fewer Poor Higher Inequality

Two sets of news stories seemingly conflict, but they are both correct. There are far fewer people in extreme poverty. Continue reading →

Autonomous US Sub Hunter

The US Navy has launched an autonomous submarine hunter. They hope to have a fleet of them within five years. Continue reading →

Poor Getting Poorer Faster

The poor are getting poorer, or are at least having less left over for other bills, because rents are going Continue reading →