Category: Governance & Policy
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Why It’s Crucial to Restrict Government Power
When does a democracy stop being truly democratic? This blog explains why government must be limited by the Constitution, not made all‑powerful. In clear, conversational language, it unpacks constitutionalism, separation of powers, judicial review, federalism, and the basic structure doctrine, showing how they keep the state a servant of the people instead of a master. You’ll also discover five overlooked insights about power, how even elected governments can erode freedom, and practical steps citizens can take to defend rule of law and real democracy in everyday life.
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Do Banks Really Create Money From Nothing?
In today’s banking system, most of the money in circulation is created not by governments but by commercial banks when they issue loans. Instead of simply lending out existing deposits, banks create new deposit balances in borrowers’ accounts, expanding the money supply in the process. This modern view of money creation, now acknowledged by central banks and supported by empirical research, challenges traditional textbook stories about banks as mere intermediaries and reveals how credit, regulation, and monetary policy actually shape our economies.

