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Hurricanne Sandy October 26, 2012

by Rick Lowe Just spoke with the family in Marsh Harbour, Abaco, and while there is loss of shingles and a now leak in the roof, so far, so good. They still have a few hours to grin and bear it, so we're thinking all good thoughts for the people... Read more →

Weekend reading: The Freeman and the John Lennon Rolling Stone Collectors Edition

by Rick Lowe Looks like a good weekend of reading. Just received my copy of the October 2012 issue of The Freeman, a publication of the Foundation for Economic Education (FEE), and it's packed with excellent stuff as usual. You can read it here… Why not consider becoming a member... Read more →

Lessons in Freedom: A Note on Socialism as Elitism*

by Tibor R. Machan Since ancient times some people have considered the market place an unruly forum in which to determine whose work and what commodities are worth how much. With Marxism this view acquired a pseudo-scientific status. The complaint that when free individuals and groups exchange goods and services... Read more →

Three things about Value Added Tax (VAT)

by Rick Lowe First, the fact that VAT rates will be increased as the government thinks fit if it is implemented cannot be disputed. In Britain VAT has doubled from 10% to 20% since implemented in 1973. Read more here… Second, a VAT is no more "progressive" than excise taxes.... Read more →

Lessons in Freedom: Capitalism, Socialism & Human Dignity*

by Tibor R. Machan Capitalism means human individual freedom, especially in the sphere of striving to become prosperous. To defend the system is a challenge because of its ties to individualism, even ethical egoism. For centuries the ethical and moral guidelines people have been urged to live by have been... Read more →

Mr. Chester Thompson 1921 - 2012

by Rick Lowe Mr. Thompson was the husband of, my kindred spirit and mentor in The Nassau Institute, Mrs. Joan Thompson and from the first time I met him he had an amazing ability to make one feel comfortable. Born in Hope Town, Abaco in 1921 Mr. Thompson in his... Read more →

Money is the Root of All Good

by Rick Lowe On a recent trip to Florida I had the opportunity to see Atlas Shrugged 2, and it was excellent. The producer, Mr. John Aglialoro, was on Stoseel recently. Enjoy their discussion and snippets from the movie below. Can't wait for the final part 3 expected out by... Read more →

Dr. Yandle event postponed

The Nassau Institute regrets to advise that Dr. Yandle has had an unforeseen circumstance arise and he cannot join us this coming Thursday (October 25, 2012). He told us via e-mail that: "I am simply devastated by this. You and your wonderful colleagues have gone to untold trouble to organize... Read more →

Bruce Yandle will discuss "Creating Wealth in Adam Smith's World" Thursday, October 25, 2012.

Join The Nassau Institute for an evening lecture on Thursday, October 25, 2012 at 6:00pm at the Humidor Restaurant, West Hill Street in Downtown Nassau. Professor Bruce Yandle will discuss "Creating Wealth in Adam Smith's World". For your $75 donation you will enjoy a "Brazillian-style gastronomic tour." "Gaucho waiters will... Read more →

Lessons in Freedom: PBS & NPR, America's Pravda and Izvestia

by Tibor R. Machan It is a feature of American culture that's most upsetting though hardly anyone makes much of it at all. Indeed, I know several avid defenders of the free society who make regularly and eager appearances on National Public Radio and I have to confess that I... Read more →