Monopoly and wealth inequality are somewhat different things.

The shape of student debt is very sensitive to measurement.

Norway's government has a net worth equal to 350 percent of its GDP.

Trucks are more affordable than the White House says.

Build the welfare state, the unions, and state ownership.

People are always at risk of changing health insurance.

When properly measured, Nordic consumption beats the US.

The idea is a good start but could be greatly improved.

The American Solidarity Fund's taxes would work out fine.

Phasing in benefits punishes the very poor, which is bad.