Brian Phillips, Author at Texas Institute for Property Rights

The “Other Guy”

Texans are quick to defend their own property rights, but they are often willing to turn a blind eye when

Environmental regulations are intended to minimize human impact on nature. But we must transform nature into the values that sustain

Two of the stated purposes of zoning are preventing “incompatible” land uses and protecting neighborhoods. Both of these issues can be

The curriculum in government schools is chosen and dictated by government officials. The textbooks used in government schools are chosen

When legislators convene in Austin next week, reducing the tax burden on property owners will be near the top of

A recent editorial in the Austin American-Statesman called for legislators to enact “common-sense” reforms of the state’s civil asset forfeiture

The upcoming legislative Texas legislative session promises to include another battle between the state and local governments. Lawmakers have already

President Trump has argued that his proposed border wall is necessary to protect the nation’s security. Sadly, the wall presents