We should not forget the principles of Christian mercy and justice: to welcome back those who are repentant and need our assistance, while encouraging the faithful to endure to the end. Mark Skousen assistancebackchristian Change image and share on social
Society can take two roads - the road to genuine prosperity, or the road to artificial stimulus. The first results in a permanent higher standard of living for all; the latter creates an inflationary boom that cannot last. Mark Skousen artificialboomcreate share on social
Balance in life is the key, as Aristotle taught us. Nobody likes a naive Pollyanna, but neither do we like to be around people who are constantly complaining and finding fault. Mark Skousen aristotlebalancecomplain Change image and share on social
Our society does not give nearly enough credit to business leaders who create jobs, behave ethically and provide products and services that enhance our lives. Mark Skousen behavebusinesscreate Change image and share on social
Even though I've reached retirement age, I still plan to work - writing my investment newsletter, speaking at conferences, publishing books, and producing conferences like FreedomFest. Mark Skousen agebookconference Change image and share on social
The triumph of persuasion over force is the sign of a civilized society. Mark Skousen civilizeforcepersuasion Change image and share on social
Who uses funds more productively - private citizens or the government? I dare say that Warren Buffett can use his surplus funds more effectively in private business and creating jobs than the government can. Mark Skousen buffettbusinesscitizen share on social
Lawmakers who interfere with commerce and the normal creation of jobs in an economy run the risk of doing harm rather than good. Unintended consequences from regulating or legislating to achieve a goal can occur and cause havoc in the markets or an economy. Mark Skousen achievecommerceconsequence share on social
The media simply does not understand Econ 101. Mark Skousen econmediumsimply Change image and share on social
If you are wealthy enough, use part or all of your Social Security proceeds to invest in a favorite cause or two. Invest 10 percent or 100 percent of your monthly Social Security check in your favorite charity, foundation, think tank, church or synagogue, or other good cause. Mark Skousen charitycheckchurch share on social