Research

Through original, empirical research, we seek to better understand the nature of individual, economic, and political liberty.

Poverty and Dependency in the United States, 1939–2023

Richard Burkhauser
Economic Dynamism
Jun 3, 2026
Is American Nationalism Still Creed-able?

We are not there now, but there is reason to worry that the United States is in danger, if we are not careful, of ceasing to be a nation with the principles of 1776 at its core.

Richard Samuelson
Politics
Apr 29, 2026
The Price of Stagnation: Britain’s Retreat from Dynamism

We face a basic issue: we do not let cities or communities grow or die.

Robert Colvile
Economic Dynamism
Mar 25, 2026
London and the Architecture of Creative Growth

Preserving London's creative dynamism will require humility from policymakers and a commitment to keeping the city liveable.

Munira Mirza
Economic Dynamism
Mar 10, 2026
Do Dynamic Societies Leave Workers Behind Economically?
Sam Dumitriu
Economic Dynamism
Mar 3, 2026
National Civitas Institute Poll: Americans are Anxious and Frustrated, Creating a Challenging Environment for Leaders
Politics
Feb 19, 2026
Do Dynamic Societies Leave Workers Behind Culturally?
Economic Dynamism
Feb 17, 2026
The War on Disruption
Economic Dynamism
Feb 9, 2026
Unlocking Public Value: A Proposal for AI Opportunity Zones
Economic Dynamism
Feb 4, 2026
The Rise of Latino America
Joel Kotkin, Jennifer Hernandez, Wendell Cox, Marshall Toplansky, Erika Ozuna
Pursuit of Happiness
Nov 10, 2025
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Amicus Brief: Hon. William P. Barr and Hon. Michael B. Mukasey in Support of Petitioners

Constitutionalism
Sep 22, 2025

Revival: Americans Heading Back to the Hinterlands

Pursuit of Happiness
Sep 19, 2025

Rational Judicial Review: Constitutions as Power-sharing Agreements, Secession, and the Problem of Dred Scott

Constitutionalism
Sep 15, 2025

Amicus Brief: Chevron U.S.A. Inc. v. Plaquemines Parish

Constitutionalism
Sep 11, 2025

The Causal Effect of News on Inflation Expectations

Economic Dynamism
Aug 22, 2025

The Rise of Inflation Targeting

Economic Dynamism
Aug 11, 2025
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How Socialism Captured the West Coast

Joel Kotkin
Politics
Jul 16, 2026
Barrett and Kagan’s Safety Plea Exposes the Left’s War on the Supreme Court

John Yoo
Politics
Jul 15, 2026
Is Gavin Newsom’s White House Dream Fading?

Joel Kotkin
Politics
Jul 14, 2026
Missed opportunities: What to Learn from Washington’s AI Task Force

Kevin Frazier
Politics
Jul 13, 2026
The Founders and the Common Good

Vincent Phillip Muñoz
Pursuit of Happiness
Jul 13, 2026
Tocqueville Deserves a Washington Statue

Jonathan Hartley
Pursuit of Happiness
Jul 7, 2026
The Dutch Lawsuit That Could Undermine U.S. Energy Security

Michael Toth
Politics
Jul 7, 2026

The Libertarian

The inimitable Richard Epstein offers his unique perspective on national developments in public policy and the law.

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Welcome to Law Talk with Richard Epstein and John Yoo. Our show is hosted by Charles C. W. Cooke.

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Supreme Court Justices Seek Increased Security Funding Amid Escalating Threats

Constitutionalism
Jul 14, 2026
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Constitutionalism
Jul 11, 2026

Presidents of the U.S. Now Directly Control the Administrative State

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Jun 30, 2026
4:41

Constitutional Experts Expose the Untold Truth Behind Deep Political Division

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Jun 29, 2026
5:51

John Yoo Explains ‘Radicalism’ of American Independence

Politics
Jun 29, 2026
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