Once again, eminent domain has erupted into a political controversy in Texas. In its latest manifestation, Kinder Morgan proposes to
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Resolving Social Conflicts with Property Rights: Education
Education in America is a virtual monopoly of the government. As such, it is a highly politicized topic and controversy surrounds
Resolving Social Conflicts with Property Rights: Discrimination
For decades, legislative bodies have enacted laws that prohibit businesses and landlords from discriminating against an ever-growing list of individuals,
The “Other Guy”
Texans are quick to defend their own property rights, but they are often willing to turn a blind eye when
Resolving Social Conflicts with Property Rights: Pollution
Environmental regulations are intended to minimize human impact on nature. But we must transform nature into the values that sustain
Resolving Social Conflicts with Property Rights: Land Uses
Two of the stated purposes of zoning are preventing “incompatible” land uses and protecting neighborhoods. Both of these issues can be
Government vs. Government
The upcoming legislative Texas legislative session promises to include another battle between the state and local governments. Lawmakers have already
The Border Wall vs. Security
President Trump has argued that his proposed border wall is necessary to protect the nation’s security. Sadly, the wall presents