In a concerning constitutional twist, the appointment of Julie Su as Acting Secretary of Labor, bypassing Senate confirmation, has ignited debate. The Constitution’s emphasis on checks and balances is at the core of the issue, as the Senate’s role in confirming key executive appointments is being questioned. Beyond procedural matters, Read more…
President Biden’s Labor Secretary nominee Julie Su, who played a role in California’s controversial labor law AB 5, is a serious concern for American workers and the gig economy. Su’s history of supporting reclassification of independent contractors could undermine the flexibility that gig workers value. It’s essential for President Biden Read more…
Market Institute Senior Fellow John Tamny has a new article in Real Clear Markets on the latest attacks from Lina Khan and the Financial Trade Commission. He draws comparisons between Henry Ford’s creation of the mass automobile market with the Model T and Jeff Bezos’ transformation of e-commerce through Amazon. Read more…
In the world of economics, the concept of the “Invisible Hand” remains elusive to those skeptical of free-market principles, yet its influence is ubiquitous. Market Institute President Charles Sauer has a new article in The American Spectator that delves into the dichotomy between the proponents of self-interest and free markets, Read more…
In the ever-evolving landscape of business, the wisdom of Arthur Blank, co-founder of The Home Depot, resonates powerfully: “If you don’t change, you are a dead duck.” Blank’s words capture the essence of entrepreneurial spirit and the driving force behind the remarkable success story of The Home Depot, which thrived Read more…
In the world of intellectual property, inventors and innovators have long relied on the protection of patents to safeguard their creations. However, in recent years, the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) has become a contentious battleground where patents are challenged and, in some cases, invalidated. Market Institute President Charles Read more…
Just over a year ago, President Biden aimed to lead the nation towards innovation and collaboration, promoting research and unity to solve one of modern life’s biggest challenges—cancer. The United States has a long history of innovation, driven by a patent system that protects inventors and encourages investment in research Read more…
The Market Institute President Charles Sauer has a new article in Real Clear Markets on new antitrust guidelines released by the Federal Trade Commission and Department of Justice. He writes: “The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Antitrust Division of the Department of Justice (DOJ) recently unveiled revised antitrust guidelines. The Read more…
The Market Institute Senior Fellow Norm Singleton has a new article in Real Clear Markets recounting the latest events surrounding the House Judiciary Committee’s investigation of Federal Trade Commission Chairwoman Lina Khan. He writes: “Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan recently wrote House Judiciary Committee Chair Jim Jordan accusing the Committee of Read more…
In an era where digital communication intersects with governance, the revelations of government intervention in social media companies have ignited a contentious dialogue on free speech and its preservation. The Market Institute President Charles Sauer underscores in Real Clear Markets that this issue surpasses debates over private company autonomy, emphasizing Read more…