Articles - Center for Individualism

Articles

Jim Carrey Should Think Twice before Advocating for Socialism.

September 17, 2018

Any system that allows the state to determine whose life is more valuable than others should be avoided at all costs. Jim Carrey would do well to think twice before praising a socialized medicine in the future.

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Keeps Proving Why Socialism Doesn’t Work

September 16, 2018

Ocasio-Cortez can complain about capitalism all she wants, but until she is willing to give up her Uber rides, it is unlikely that she will be taken seriously.

The Internet Sales Tax Spells Danger for Small Business Owners

September 15, 2018

Prior to the South Dakota v. Wayfair, Inc. ruling, states were prohibited from collecting taxes from companies that did not have a physical location therein. This new ruling overturns the 1992 case of Quill Corp. v. North Dakota, which, in the earlier days of the internet, had protected online retailers without physical brick and mortar establishments. But all this has changed now.

The Progressives Are Wrong. Take-home Pay Has Risen Considerably Thanks To Tax Reform.

September 14, 2018

Sen. Bernie Sanders recently claimed that the increase in wages last year “nets out to zero” because of inflation and that “the average American worker today, despite the strong economy, is not getting ahead.” He's wrong.

Bernie Sanders’ Continues His Crusade against Amazon

September 13, 2018

It seems like the real problem here is that Amazon success has made many progressives feel as if they are entitled to some of its profits.

Computing Technology Mines Freedom, Choice and Cost, Altering the Investment Management Landscape.

September 12, 2018

Computing power and innovation are giving investors more choice and lower costs. "Smart beta," or factor based quantitative investing offers new access to the proven dimensions of investment returns. This allows everyone to benefit from the price mechanism of efficient markets.

This City Is Leading the Way in Protecting Entrepreneurial Freedom

September 11, 2018

Riverton, Utah just became the first city to abolish all fees associated with obtaining a business license.

No Matter the Job, There Is Dignity to Be Found in Hard Work

September 10, 2018

It doesn’t matter if you are an artist, a judge, or a cashier. What really matters is that you pour your heart into your work and do the best possible job that you can.

“Out of Poverty” Shows Us How Sweatshops Are Helping the Third-World

September 9, 2018

If we wish for those in developing countries to be elevated out of poverty, the answer is a resounding no, banning sweatshops would not benefit workers. It would, however, perpetuate the cycle of poverty.

Reject The Establishment Narrative And Arm Yourself With Real Information.

September 8, 2018

The realization that the world is often quite different from what is presented in our leading newspapers and magazines is not an easy conclusion for most educated Americans to accept.

Papa John’s falls Victim to the Mystique of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

September 7, 2018

There are two roads to take when a major corporation is faced with a diversity fueled media backlash. They can cower to the pressure of politically expediency or they can take a stand for the virtues that made them successful in the first place, and differentiate their brand in an even more positive way.

How To Create A Parallel Path By Being Agile In Software, Marketing, Career And Life.

September 6, 2018

We can escape the constraints and limitations of the establishment and their restrictive social contract not so much by rebelling but by parallel pathing.

About The Center For Individualism

The Center for Individualism exists to revive individualism in America. We seek to be a catalyst for cultural change and a hub for all who aspire to live a self-reliant life. We produce content, curate resources, provide services, and facilitate relationships that empower people to achieve their personal and economic ambitions. Our purpose is to support individuals in building a better life for themselves – and in so doing, to build a better society for all.

Principles History Mission and Vision Initiatives

Raushan Gross: Socialism Cannot Work, Not Even in an AI-Driven Economy

The Right to Repair: Shouldn’t Americans Have the Right to Fix Their Own Stuff?