Daily Archives: August 7, 2008

Paternalism? No, Not Exactly

Posted on August 7, 2008 by Gaius

Steve Chapman notes the new trend of what he calls paternalism. In Los Angeles, driving out certain businesses is not a potential side effect — it's a conscious policy. The city council recently prohibited the opening of fast-food outlets in … Continue reading →

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High Tide For Green?

Posted on August 7, 2008 by Gaius

Alice Thomson, writing in The Telegraph, notes the sudden cooling of British politicians for "green" issues – regardless of party. A rather large number of green tax ideas have quietly been shelved and the politicians are running for cover from irate taxpayers … Continue reading →