If we examine nearly any political issue, from health care to housing, from jobs to wages, we will find claims
Lemonade Stands and Occupational Licensing
Gov. Gregg Abbott recently signed a bill that legalizes temporary lemonade stands–the kind that children operate to make a few
Creating Values
One aspect of property rights that is often overlooked is the freedom to create material values. If we are not
Trade is Between Individuals
President Trump, among others, has made political hay of America’s trade deficit with China. To correct this alleged problem, the
Protecting the Public
As of September, individuals in Texas will no longer require a license from the state to offer plumbing services. Talk
“State’s Rights” Versus Local Control
Former Arlington mayor Richard Greene isn’t happy with the state legislature. He decries the state’s efforts to restrict what local
The Moral Way to Control “Party Houses”
One of the complaints about short-term rentals (STRs) is that some of them turn into “party houses”–a weekend destination for
Whose Property Rights Should We Protect?
Debates over property rights issues are often filled with claims that reveal a complete misunderstanding of property rights. For example,