Last month, the Democratic and Republican National Committees held their party conventions where they adopted party platforms and nominated their presidential and vice presidential candidates for the 2020 election. While … READ MORE
Social Security
No, We Don’t Have 15 Years to Fix Social Security
Another year, another edition of the Social Security and Medicare Trustees Board warning that our entitlement programs are on an unsustainable trajectory. Unfortunately, most of the headlines and commentary refer … READ MORE
Restoring Trust in Federal Trust Funds
For young Americans, there are few things you can trust less than a federal trust fund. Hundreds of trust funds have been set up by Congress over the years to … READ MORE
The Dangerous Misconception of a 16-Year Grace Period
There’s a good chance that you saw the headlines this week warning that the Social Security Trust Fund is set to go bankrupt in 2034. Sure, that’s concerning. But we … READ MORE
Congress Should Adopt Tom Brady’s TB12 Method
Arguably the greatest quarterback of all-time, New England Patriots Quarterback Tom Brady is in the final phase of his Hall of Fame career. Five Super Bowls, 13 pro bowls, 3 … READ MORE
Generational Retaliation Isn’t a Good Response to Generational Theft
Democratic socialist Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s surprise victory over 10-term incumbent Joe Crowley in a New York primary last month sparked a national conversation about the rise of socialism. To prove she’s … READ MORE
Taxpayers Win With Good Government Bill
Last night, the House unanimously passed the Good Accounting Obligation in Government (GAO-IG) Act. The bill requires federal agencies to report on the status of Government Accountability Office (GAO) and … READ MORE
America, The Sinking Ship
Perhaps the most famous quote from Benjamin Franklin is his quote on personal finance. “Beware of little expenses; a small leak can sink a great ship.” The United States is … READ MORE