Michael can’t think of a single special interest group leader, big Government advocate or politician whose stood up in in the last 10 years and said “the World has really changed, so I’ve changed my view on economics and finance.”  

…also from Mike: It’s Never Been Easier or Cheaper To Substitute Technology For Jobs

We are starting to see some research on the impact of a hike in minimum wage on jobs that can be replaced by technology. The conclusions aren’t pretty but its not too likely minimum wage advocates are going to change their tune.

….also Michael’s Mid-Week Update: “NAFTA Fatally Flawed

A 1 1/2 cent per ounce tax on soft drinks promising to fund pre-kindergarten programs with the proceeds led to some very predictable outcomes. First, sales of soft drinks plunged, the revenue projected from the tax is down, big layoffs in soft drink producers and deliverers occurred, beer consumption rose and less than half the money raised went to pre-kindergarten programs!

….also from Michael: Trudeau Government Makes Hollow Demands

The Foreign Affairs Minister is demanding that the US Government and Donald Trump incorporate into the NAFTA agreement “efforts to address climate change”. They are also demanding a chapter on “gender rights” as well as another chapter on “indigenous rights”.

…related from Michael: It’s Time To Unmask Politicians