Thoughts on a Free Market Economy… “Why is Capitalism the Best System?” By Phyllis Hunsinger August 1, 2020 Socialism continues to influence conversations and policies, despite the historical fact that socialism has failed everywhere it is tried. Although its advocates lack data and facts to support their conclusions, the idea continues to exist that […]

Thoughts on a Free Market Economy… “The War on Small Business” By Phyllis Hunsinger July 1, 2020             As July 4, 2020 is celebrated in honor of winning the American Revolution and successfully breaking away from the tyrannical rule of England, another war is being waged right now in America.  The war on small businesses […]

Thoughts on a Free Market Economy… “Economic Lessons via COVID-19” By Phyllis Hunsinger May 1, 2020             In the middle of a world pandemic, rarely is anything identified as a teaching moment; however, after this virus crisis is positioned in the rear view mirror, there will be an acknowledgment of lessons learned.  Every segment of […]

Thoughts on a Free Market Economy… “Free Market Solutions” By Phyllis Hunsinger April 1, 2020             The corona virus, COVID-19, has dominated the world’s interest since late January, 2020.  As this is written, a number of rather draconian actions have been taken by states and the federal government to try to stem the spread of […]

Thoughts on a Free Market Economy… “Capitalism is Misunderstood” By Phyllis Hunsinger March 1, 2020 The results of a Fox News poll, released on December 17, 2019, showed that nearly one-third of registered voters (31%) hold a favorable outlook on socialism. This percentage had actually grown since the previous Fox News poll from February 2019. […]

Thoughts on a Free Market Economy… “Taxes and the Proper Role of Government” By Phyllis Hunsinger February 1, 2020 The time between celebrating the New Year and Easter is the tax season. For income earners, this considerable effort involves compiling the paperwork, complying with the tax codes and laws, computing the amount owed, and finally […]

Thoughts on a Free Market Economy… “How is Wealth Created?” By Phyllis Hunsinger January 1, 2020 As the 2020 New Year is welcomed in, many people will formulate New Year’s resolutions which will run the gamut from developing better health habits to better financial habits with a myriad of other resolutions in between. Most individuals […]

Thoughts on a Free Market Economy… “The Invisible Hand” By Phyllis Hunsinger December 1, 2019 The “invisible hand” that is the driving force in a market economy is each individual promoting his or her self-interest. Consumers aim to get the greatest satisfaction from their budgets; entrepreneurs try to achieve the highest profits for their firms; […]

Thoughts on a Free Market Economy… “Economic Freedom defined by Students” By Phyllis Hunsinger November 12, 2019 The 2019 Western Slope Economic Leadership Conference on November 12, 2019, featured something new this year: Student Leaders. Students registered to attend the conference were invited to apply to be a student leader during the conference. These student […]