Tag Archives: fiscal stimulus

Our Government’s Economic Policy Explained

Posted on December 2, 2008 by Lance

By Fred Thompson. With only the most minor quibbles I not only laughed, but cried. Pretty much dead on: The sad thing is that it isn’t only “liberal” economists, it is the meat of the profession and plenty of so … Continue reading →

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A rather vigorous use of government largesse or More Bang

Posted on June 15, 2008 by Lance

It seems a rather racy, though well known, merchant is giving some rather startling deals for those who wish to spend their $1200 checks from our government.  They will even send a signed thank you card to President Bush from … Continue reading →

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Indexing Capital Gains

Posted on January 23, 2008 by Lance

Richard Rahn pushes for the indexing of capital gains due to inflation as part of the stimulus. Accounting for inflation in this way has the advantages of producing more short-term revenue to the Treasury as long-term gains are “unlocked.” Furthermore, … Continue reading →

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Markets Tank

Posted on January 22, 2008 by Lance

World markets are not happy with the stimulus plan. My breakdown of the plans likely impact can be found here. Share prices in Asia, Europe and the Americas all plunged by significant amounts; Wall Street only avoided joining the tumble … Continue reading →

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Today’s links: Washington tries to step up

Posted on January 18, 2008 by Lance

 (cross posted at Risk and Return) Ben Bernanke gives Congress and the President the green light to take steps to stimulate the economy along with a warning:

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