Topic: The Fraser Institute
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Opinion: As fiscal cliff approaches, don't be fooled by the great Nordic myth
The Nordic countries are some of the happiest and most prosperous, which many attribute to socialist policies. That's a myth. As John Boehner and President Obama's 'fiscal cliff' debate over spending cuts continue, lawmakers should remember that socialism did not spell prosperity.
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Opinion: In quest for jobs, Fed chair Bernanke's money spigot hurts economy in long run
US unemployment fell to 7.8 percent (a possible boon to President Obama, whose economic leadership Mitt Romney criticizes). But job growth remains slow. Fed Chair Bernanke's quantitative easing policies aim to boost the economy, but they will more likely spur inflation and capital flight.
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Chile mine rescue spurred unprecedented global coordination
Mining and engineering experts were welcomed from around the world to assist in the Chile mine rescue.
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The Circle Bastiat
Why a high tax-to-GDP rate won't spur growthSecretary of State Hillary Clinton points to Brazil, saying that a high tax-to-GDP ratio leads to broad economic growth. Is she right?
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