Civitas Outlook
Civitas Outlook, the online journal of the Civitas Institute, publishes original writing about the ideas that create flourishing societies.
“Democratic” Socialism Is Undemocratic
“Democratic” Socialism Is Undemocratic
By promoting class hatred, suppressing private initiative, and seeking enhanced control of our lives, today’s democratic socialists undermine patriotism and individual initiative—two qualities that have long distinguished the United States from other major nations.
The Fifth Circuit’s Chance to Expose the Inflation Reduction Act’s Unconstitutionality
The Fifth Circuit’s Chance to Expose the Inflation Reduction Act’s Unconstitutionality
Despite the mounting evidence of harm, the Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program remains law — and the Justice Department continues to defend it in federal court.
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Economic Dynamism
We consider the principles, policies, and culture that supports free market capitalism
Politics
We investigate what it means to be a constitutional people who remain tethered to the rule of law.
Constitutionalism
We discuss the political thought that undergirds a society of freedom and virtue.
Pursuit of Happiness
We explore how citizens, neighbors, workers, families, and communities shape the future of American society.
Technology & Innovation
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