by jstewardfree | Feb 28, 2014 | Grey Matter
By Mark J. Perry From Lawrence McQuillian of the Independent Institute: The poverty rate in the United States fell by half from 1950 to the start of the “War on Poverty.” And it was on track to continue falling. But after the “War on Poverty” programs kicked in, the...
by jstewardfree | Feb 26, 2014 | Grey Matter
By Annie Lowrey | Imagine a late-night television commercial aimed at Washington’s wonks: Tired of your same old tax credits and grant proposals? Ever dreamed of a policy tool that improved children’s health, bolstered income and eradicated poverty — all without...
by jstewardfree | Dec 30, 2013 | Grey Matter
By S.M. | OPPONENTS of America’s welfare state tend to make two kinds of arguments. The first, that of philosophical libertarians, regards food stamps, housing supports and unemployment payments as unjust transfers from some citizens to others. The second, less...
