David Waugh

  • “Rich Men North of Richmond” Undeniably Captures a Moment

    “The song works because it is a refreshing depiction of the harms a runaway federal government has inflicted on working Americans, sung by a working American.” ~ David Waugh

    “Rich Men North of Richmond” Undeniably Captures a Moment
  • Lust for Power is More Dangerous Than Climate Claims

    “In the face of growing regulatory risks to our preferred ways of life, the least we can do is see the perpetual crisis narratives for what they are: a tool to legitimize dangerous increases in the size and scope of government.” ~ David Waugh

    Lust for Power is More Dangerous Than Climate Claims
  • Enrollment Declines Increase Pressure on ‘Woke’ Higher Ed

    “Lower enrollment and tuition dollars will force university leaders to make tough decisions on what they value the most. Will they roll back DEI offerings, or will funding toward research and education see the effects?” ~ David Waugh

    Enrollment Declines Increase Pressure on ‘Woke’ Higher Ed
  • Twitter Files Confirm Censorship of the Great Barrington Declaration

    “Thanks to Musk releasing the Twitter files to Weiss and Taibbi, we have more insight into Twitter’s internal censorship policies. Unfortunately, until the NIH releases more information, the Twitter Files raise more questions than answers.” ~ Phillip W. Magness & David Waugh

    Twitter Files Confirm Censorship of the Great Barrington Declaration
  • Economic Literacy for Everyone

    “Economic literacy can create positive change, as it shapes our decisions and opens our minds. Here’s hoping this short book finds its way into many hands for years to come.” ~ David Waugh

    Economic Literacy for Everyone
  • New Study Challenges CDC Evidence on School Masking

    “The results of this study demonstrate, with more data and robustness than the CDC’s own paper, that masks in schools are an ineffective tool against COVID-19. The CDC’s decision not to publish this study in their journal only further discredits the agency.” ~ David Waugh

    New Study Challenges CDC Evidence on School Masking
  • David Theroux: Gentleman, Scholar, Entrepreneur

    “David Theroux was a gentleman and a scholar. He founded the Independent Institute where he reached millions through scholarship, commentary, publishing, and media.” ~ Ryan M. Yonk & David Waugh

    David Theroux: Gentleman, Scholar, Entrepreneur
  • The Possibilities Inspire: A Review of ‘Check Your Financial Privilege’

    “Across the world, Gladstein’s investigative journalism shows how Bitcoin is a tool for individuals and communities to protect their wealth and promote their well-being in the face of repressive regimes. It is a sobering perspective” ~ David Waugh

    The Possibilities Inspire: A Review of ‘Check Your Financial Privilege’
  • Zero COVID Horror Show in Shanghai

    “Under the classical liberal ideal, governments are formed to protect individual rights. Nothing could be further from this in Shanghai. A city of over 25 million people is being dehumanized because of a spike in largely asymptomatic COVID-19 cases.” ~ David Waugh

    Zero COVID Horror Show in Shanghai
  • Carl Icahn’s Creative Destruction

    “Carl Icahn is a tour-de-force, relentlessly propelling creative destruction over his nearly 60-year career. Creative destruction is sometimes painful but ultimately good, and activist investors like Icahn should be celebrated rather than maligned.” ~ David Waugh

    Carl Icahn’s Creative Destruction