by Daniel Brouse December 19, 2024 The United States arguably has one of the most advanced healthcare systems in the world, a feat achieved despite having one of the least healthy populations globally. The true challenge in improving health, economic stability, and overall well-being in the U.S. lies in individual lifestyle choices and personal responsibility. […]
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Anthony Fauci: A Case Study in Public-Private Healthcare
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Debunking Economic Myths: Misleading Narratives and the Path to Real Progress
by Daniel Brouse December 17, 2024 “In America today, over 60% of our people are living paycheck to paycheck and millions of children are living in poverty.” — Bernie Sanders, October 4, 2024 Statements like these, made by figures such as Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren, have likely contributed to a misleading narrative about the […]
Balancing the Books: How Public-Private Healthcare Models Can Sustain Economic Growth
by Daniel Brouse December 15, 2024 OVERVIEW Why is the U.S. the only developed country without a fully universal healthcare system? First, it’s important to note that the U.S. does provide a mix of public and private universal healthcare through programs like Medicare, Medicaid, and the Affordable Care Act. These programs ensure that millions of […]
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Constructive Capitalism: How Consumer-Driven Activism Builds a Better Economy
By Daniel Brouse December 15, 2024 The vast majority of people in business do not aim to exploit the poor or middle class. On the contrary, most understand that the consumer is the driving force behind the economy. Without consumer demand, businesses have no foundation for growth or profitability. This basic principle underscores why a […]
The Golden Rule of Sustainability: Applying Game Theory to the Climate Crisis
Hypothesis: Q: Do unto others, as you would have them do unto you. Or, what? A: Or, the elimination of all players is possible. PROOF Introduction A proof of The Golden Rule. The Golden Rule can be applied to economics similarly to Nash’s Equilibrium (or Le Chatelier’s Principle in chemistry): “The best responses of all […]
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Tagged climate change, Economics, Nash Equilibrium
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Taxation in a Changing World: Challenges, Inefficiencies, and Paths to Sustainability
by Daniel Brouse December 3, 2024 Taxation is a complex and often misunderstood subject, particularly in discussions around income inequality and the role of billionaires in the economy. Many posts oversimplify or misrepresent the nature of taxation and its broader impacts. Developing a nuanced understanding of taxation, including its economic effects and societal implications, is […]
The Hidden Costs of Short-Term Gains: Inflation, Tariffs, and Fiscal Recklessness
December 1, 2024 It’s important to understand that inflation often lags behind economic policy changes, including the imposition of tariffs. For instance, the Trump administration’s tariffs on Chinese goods, implemented in 2019, did not immediately result in higher consumer prices. The inflationary effects became evident only by mid-2021, as supply chain disruptions, higher costs of […]
Tuning Standards, 432Hz, Frequencies, and the Science Behind Soun
By Daniel Brouse The standard tuning frequency for A4 (the A above middle C) is 440 Hz. This is known as concert pitch and is widely used as the reference standard for tuning musical instruments in Western music. History and Adoption: 1939: A4 = 440 Hz was proposed at an international conference in London. 1955: […]
The Hidden Price of Progress: Unraveling the Economic, Environmental, and Human Costs of Climate Change
by Daniel Brouse November 29, 2024 / Black Friday The exact cost of climate change is challenging to calculate due to the sheer complexity of the issue and the myriad variables that are difficult to quantify. However, specific climate-related events provide tangible examples of its economic and societal impacts. Climate Disasters For instance, the 2019 […]
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U.S.-Canada Softwood Lumber Tariffs: Rising Rates and Their Impact on Housing Costs
The rise in lumber prices, exacerbated by the existing tariffs on Canadian lumber, is directly contributing to a decline in the supply of affordable housing. These tariffs increase the cost of importing essential materials, driving up construction expenses for builders. As a result, developers are less inclined to invest in affordable housing projects, which often […]