Issues Overview
Independent’s fellows and writers strive to offer new ways to understand big problems, powerful approaches for solving them, and inspiring messages to boldly advance peaceful, prosperous, and free societies. We invite you to join this effort by delving into our Issues Directory, sharing your favorite articles and commentaries with your family and friends, and making use of our work in your own writing, public speaking, and grassroots campaigns.
Law and Liberty
Airport Security
American History
Banking Law and Regulation
Campaign Finance
Civil Liberties and Human Rights
Civil Rights
Constitutional Law
Crime, Criminal Justice, and Prisons
Drug War
Free Speech
Gun Control
Immigration
Intellectual Property
Labor Law and Regulation
Litigation
Policing
Political Theory
Privacy
Property Rights, Land Use, and Zoning
Economy
Banking and Finance
Business and Entrepreneurship
Economic History and Development
Economic Inequality
Economic Policy
Economists
Federal Reserve and Central Banking
Fiscal Policy/Debt
Free Market Economics
Housing and Homelessness
Immigration
Labor and Employment
Land Use
Public Choice
Taxes
Telecom and Internet Policy
Transportation
Welfare
Presented by Williamson M. Evers, Ph.D.
Holding that adequate background knowledge is an indispensable part of addressing today’s issues, these lists offer a comprehensive scholarly overview of salient topics. Each of the recommended readings is complimented with a brief annotation providing a key insight or notable quote regarding the item. Many of the entries are what may be considered hidden gems, or, for one reason or another, are forgotten greats that no longer receive the attention they deserve. As a dynamic list, it is worthwhile to check back frequently as the bibliographies receive regular updates.
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