The federal government's sway over the economy-its ability to direct the economic decisions of private citizens and the states-can be quantified. This paper introduces the "Soft Tyranny Index" to measure government's interventionary power.
Economy
‘Sparkle Beach Ken’ Is Too Kind To Gavin Newsom
The California governor correctly figures that if he stays on offense, his own dismal record will be ignored — even if that offense is odd. Being Gavin Newsom means never having to explain yourself — being able to hurl accusations and nonsensical claims with nary a follow-up from the press. Newsom’s foray into the World...
January 23, 2026