There's no shortage of economic confusion in Washington, from tariffs and trade wars to myths about trade deficits. But these misguided narratives lead to bad policies that raise consumer costs, hurt workers, and weaken America’s economy.

Let’s set the record straight.

Tariffs don’t create jobs—they destroy them. Protectionism raises prices, stifles innovation, and undermines our competitiveness. It’s time to get back to economic basics.

During This Week’s Economy, I’m breaking down what trade is, why it matters, and how free markets—not government planners—create prosperity.

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What if education dollars followed students, not systems?

That’s the idea Milton Friedman planted decades ago, and it’s the one powering the school choice revolution sweeping America today. In this week’s Let People Prosper Show, I talk with Robert Enlow, President and CEO of EdChoice, to discuss how the movement is finally turning Friedman’s vision into reality.

Robert brings deep experience and a clear-eyed view of what’s working—and what still needs fixing. We discuss Universal Education Savings Accounts (ESAs), state-level successes such as Arizona’s, the dangers of federal overreach, and the rapid growth of innovation in education across the country. If you care about parental rights, accountability, or economic freedom, this one’s for you.

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Summer is typically a slow season for policy in D.C. and the states. Legislative sessions wrap up, and Congress heads into recess. But if you thought that meant a quiet summer, think again.

With the bombings in the Middle East, the “One Big Beautiful Bill” moving slowly through Congress, and Texas Gov. Greg Abbott calling a special session, this summer is shaping up to be anything but calm.

On This Week’s Economy, I expose what lawmakers should be focused on. Spoiler: it’s mostly about spending restraint and getting the government out of the way!

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