National Post
Donald J Boudreaux
Last published March 2026 · On our record since 2026
Where this writer stands
Financial regulation1 piece
Tighter prudential rulesLighter capital rules and more competition
“The statesman who should attempt to direct private people in what manner they ought to employ their capitals would not only load himself with a most unnecessary attention, but assume an authority which could safely be trusted, not only to no single person, but to no council or senate whatever, and which would nowhere be so dangerous as in the hands of a man who had folly and presumption enough to fancy himself fit to exercise it.” Read the piece
Trade1 piece
Diversify away from one partnerDeeper continental integration
“Smith's recognition that larger markets promote greater specialization is a chief reason he supported free trade.” Read the piece
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Recent work
- Donald Boudreaux: Wealth has causes, poverty doesn'tOpinion · National Post · Mar 8, 2026