In every presidential campaign, we are subjected to the same line from the candidates: “Elect me because I will manage the economy better than anyone else.”

There are two things to note about that pronouncement: First, it reflects the candidate’s belief that it’s government’s role to manage an economy. Second, it fails to recognize that no one is capable of managing an economy.

Consider the concept of “free enterprise.” Contrary to popular opinion, that term doesn’t mean a better-managed economy. … Continue reading Electing Better People to Public Office