Mark Andrew Skousen (born 1947) is an American economist, investment analyst, newsletter editor, college professor and author. Read full biography of Mark Skousen →
I've felt for some time that economics needs to be taught differently by economists who actually have had experience making a payroll or... →
Lawmakers who interfere with commerce and the normal creation of jobs in an economy run the risk of doing harm rather than good. Unintended... →
Contrary to what President Obama said in his inaugural address, going on Medicare and food stamps does not strengthen us. Just ask people who are... →
Back in 1960, the paper dollar and the silver dollar both were the same value. They circulated next to each other. Today? The paper dollar has lost... →
I have on my bookshelf a series of books with opposite titles: 'The Alpha Strategy' and the 'Omega Strategy'; 'Asia Rising'... →
Banking technology has made it simple and efficient to invest in good causes.
It is business that generates the jobs, income and taxes that keep a country going.
Market capitalism survived and prospered after the boom-bust industrial revolution of the 19th century, and the Great Depression and world wars of... →
Since the 1970s, I've been a big fan of attending conferences as a great way to learn, network, socialize and enjoy a new environment. It's... →
Remember, gold and silver always have had value and never have gone to zero. Can you say the same for stocks and bonds?
The income tax is flawed for a number of reasons - it discourages economic growth and encourages a bloated government.
In my book, 'The Big Three in Economics,' I found that the press has frequently and prematurely written the obituary of Adam Smith and his... →
Even though I've reached retirement age, I still plan to work - writing my investment newsletter, speaking at conferences, publishing books, and... →
Mark Andrew Skousen (born 1947) is an American economist, investment analyst, newsletter editor, college professor and author.