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Business and Economics
Competition and its definition/role in economics/markets information including quotes, charts, commentary, analysis, books,...
Economist Joseph Schumpeter coined the term "creative destruction" to describe the evolutionary process in an...
The key to the price system is guaranteeing sellers the freedom to set prices. Price controls take place when the seller is...
This topic looks at the historical and philosophical underpinnings of lobbying and rent seeking, and the inner workings of...
This library topic explores the nature of business and entrepreneurship, their role in a market economy, implications for...
Inflation/deflation information including an introduction, charts & graphs, quotes, analysis, primary documents, books,...
This topic provides a definition and theories concerning balances of trade as well as opinions regarding the consequence of...
An explanation of deflation through quotes, charts and graphs, videos, podcasts, primary documents, studies, and more.
This topic explores the differences between crony capitalism and free market capitalism. The resources in this section give...
This topic provides an overview of the continuing debate over trade and trade policies, and considers the evidence regarding...
This topic page provides an overview on the 2007-2009 recession. It covers many different aspects: purported causes of the...
A comparison of private and public pay through quotes, charts and graphs, videos, podcasts, primary documents, studies, and...
This library section traces the historical background of tax cuts; presents a variety of research on their various types,...
An introduction to Keynesian economic theory, history, and practice through quotes, charts and graphs, videos, podcasts,...
Federal Reserve Bank of the United States information, history, background, and its role in monetary policy.
“The Gold Standard” is a phrase used to indicate a monetary system in which the currency is either gold or backed by one...
Learn about the history of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac and their role in the housing bubble and economic crisis.
"The Austrian School: Its History and Relevance in Modern Economics" will provide you with an overview of the...
This topic explores the lives and actions of the 19th century Robber Barons. It includes research, commentary, the Robber...
As contentions increase over the growing regulations Americans face, this topic takes a look at the history and...
Using a variety of charts, quotes, commentary, and primary documents, this topic describes the past, present, and possible...