Financial Regulation Commentary

O'Malley's Tax Misstep

The Maryland governor's tax scheme won't solve the state's problems, but it will send businesses packing.

Greece's Uncertain Fate

The question isn't whether Greece will abandon the euro. It's whether Greece will be forced to abandon the euro—and what the fallout would be.

European Elections and the Debt Debacle

Saving Europe from the debt crisis will require overhauling the ECB and the euro zone.

U.S. Debt and the French Connection

Rejecting austerity and falling into their old ways may ruin France and Greece. If we are not careful, America will follow suit.

The Euro-Exit Taboo

What the experiences of Argentina and Latvia tell us about the future of Europe.

The Ugly Truth about Social Security

The shady, fiscally irresponsible history of a hallowed institution facing a crisis-laden future.

The Next Global Collapse

The lessons we should have learned from the recent economic meltdown.

The True Cost of Jackson-Vanik

Americans will pay a steep price if Washington fails to repeal the Cold War-era Russian-trade amendment.

Defense Budget Tug-of-War

As the prospect of a budget stalemate looms, Congress and the White House should consider the consequences of their indecision.

Visas for Sale

Obama's beloved EB-5 immigration program trades investments for green cards. Being tacky is the least of its problems.

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May 26, 2012