Stefan Bartl
The Great COVID Exodus: How the Pandemic Sparked a Tax Revolt
April 15 is the only day the federal debt goes down. For the rest of the year, it’s business as usual, including deficits and borrowing approaching a $37 trillion debt. […]
The Global AI Race: the US Creates, China Copies, and the EU Regulates
Me: “Hey Siri! Write me an essay on artificial intelligence showing how the USA., China and the European Union interact with AI.” Siri: “Ok! The USA innovates AI, the Chinese […]
Biden Expanded Executive Power to Kill the US Steel-Nippon Merger
In one of his final acts as President, Joe Biden has blocked Nippon Steel’s acquisition of US Steel, citing national security concerns. This controversial decision, executed through executive action on […]
Nike Takes Its Eye Off the Ball
“Nike wanted to make an impact in the community, venturing beyond selling shoes and sports apparel. The results include a current 2-percent reduction in labor force.” ~Stefan Bartl
Importing Votes, Not Steel
“Cooperation between conglomerates can be swept aside by the government for political gain. Ultimately, it is the public who pays for these political plays.” ~Stefan Bartl
Modern Mercantilism: A Case for Free Trade
“Global free trade helps both consumers, via lower quality-adjusted prices, and taxpayers. Walking into a Walmart to buy goods I want for dollars I earn at work does not leave me, or the nation, worse off, even if those goods originated in another country. ” ~ Stefan Bartl
