Research

Through original, empirical research, we seek to better understand the nature of individual, economic, and political liberty.

The Price of Stagnation: Britain’s Retreat from Dynamism

We face a basic issue: we do not let cities or communities grow or die.

Robert Colvile

Economic Dynamism

Mar 25, 2026

London and the Architecture of Creative Growth

Preserving London's creative dynamism will require humility from policymakers and a commitment to keeping the city liveable.

Munira Mirza

Economic Dynamism

Mar 10, 2026

Do Dynamic Societies Leave Workers Behind Economically?

We need a more dynamic economy that can help workers by allowing them to move where they can best use their skills.

Sam Dumitriu

Economic Dynamism

Mar 3, 2026

National Civitas Institute Poll: Americans are Anxious and Frustrated, Creating a Challenging Environment for Leaders

The poll reveals a deeply pessimistic American electorate, with a majority convinced the nation is on the wrong track.

Politics

Feb 19, 2026

Do Dynamic Societies Leave Workers Behind Culturally?

Economic Dynamism

Feb 17, 2026

The War on Disruption

Economic Dynamism

Feb 9, 2026

Unlocking Public Value: A Proposal for AI Opportunity Zones

Economic Dynamism

Feb 4, 2026

The Rise of Latino America

Joel Kotkin, Jennifer Hernandez, Wendell Cox, Marshall Toplansky, Erika Ozuna

Pursuit of Happiness

Nov 10, 2025

Amicus Brief: Hon. William P. Barr and Hon. Michael B. Mukasey in Support of Petitioners

Michael Toth

Constitutionalism

Sep 22, 2025

Revival: Americans Heading Back to the Hinterlands

Joel Kotkin, Wendell Cox

Pursuit of Happiness

Sep 19, 2025

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Automated Detection of Emotion in Central Bank Communication: A Warning

Economic Dynamism

Jul 1, 2025

How to Save Our Urban Centers

Pursuit of Happiness

Jun 26, 2025

National Poll from Civitas Institute: Americans Concerned About AI, Economic Issues

Pursuit of Happiness

Jun 11, 2025

Defending Technological Dynamism & the Freedom to Innovate in the Age of AI

Economic Dynamism

Jun 6, 2025

Divorce, Family Arrangements, and Children's Adult Outcomes

Pursuit of Happiness

May 22, 2025

Religious Exemptions?: What the Free Exercise Clause Means

Constitutionalism

Apr 28, 2025

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A Bad Order for Rail

Michael Toth

Politics

Mar 23, 2026

‘Liberation Day,’ One Year Later

Richard M. Reinsch II

Economic Dynamism

Mar 23, 2026

States Shouldn’t Reap AI Benefits Without Bearing Costs

Kevin Frazier

Politics

Mar 21, 2026

Venture Global vs. Shell: How a Startup Won Big In LNG

The future of energy innovation depends on courts adhering to the rule of law and holding companies — regardless of their size — to the deals they made.

Michael Toth

Economic Dynamism

Mar 20, 2026

The Latest AI Bill’s 5 Biggest Flaws

Kevin Frazier

Politics

Mar 19, 2026

Under Trump, Skilled Immigration Is Still Working Fine

If anything, America’s appeal is growing.

Joel Kotkin

Politics

Mar 3, 2026

Richard Epstein on Roman Law and Sociobiology

How and why Roman law worked, how it eventually fell apart, and sociobiology as a way to explain the foundations and limits of legal norms.

Richard Epstein

Pursuit of Happiness

Mar 1, 2026

The Libertarian

The inimitable Richard Epstein offers his unique perspective on national developments in public policy and the law.

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Law Talk

Welcome to Law Talk with Richard Epstein and John Yoo. Our show is hosted by Charles C. W. Cooke.

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Peter Robinson Unbridled

A new show and podcast bringing the energy of Austin to wide-ranging conversations on politics, economics, education, and culture.

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The Three Whiskey Happy Hour

Steven Hayward brings you the Power Line Blog's perspective on the week's big headlines.

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US citizen takes over Mexican drug cartel, sparking legal debate

Politics

Mar 20, 2026