Cato scholars examine federal, state, and local spending and tax issues from a limited government perspective. They explore the benefits of lower‐rate tax systems, the distortions caused by government spending, and the dangers of rising debt. A guiding principle for budget policy is federalism, the idea that federal activities should be limited and that most government activities are better handled by the states.
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Freedom to Farm Without Subsidies
As Congress debates the next Farm Bill, some farmers are sounding the alarm on the unintended consequences and hidden costs of subsidy programs that are meant to aid the agriculture industry. Follow their journey in the latest visual feature.
