Our governments victory over Swiss banking secrecy is bad not just for the rich, but for all taxpayers.

Should we be more concerned about Islamic terrorism? Or about Russia?

We are not in a depression. Not even close.

The Chinese dare not call in their loans to the US - their economy would collapse.

The government doesn't want to fund unproven drugs - but how can you prove drugs work unless somebody tries them?

To stop crime, we must hold the criminals responsible for their actions, not society.

How is it just to pass a law penalizing you for something you've already done?

Far from being evil, sweatshops are a blessing for impoverished peasants - they're a huge step up for them.

True poverty is a lack of freedom to make your own choices.

AIG's troubles are not entirely their fault; paying the bonuses is actually in the taxpayers' best interest.