We’re at a moment where support for free-market capitalism is slipping—and it’s not hard to see why. From both political parties, we’re hearing the same kinds of ideas: cap prices, punish profits, and have the government take a more active role in managing markets.

Politicians are increasingly trying to pick outcomes, override prices, and direct capital. And history is clear: this doesn’t fix capitalism's weaknesses—it replaces markets with politics.

In today’s episode of This Week’s Economy, I break down why prices and profits matter—how they act as the heartbeat of the free market, sending signals, shaping decisions, and fueling the competition that improves our quality of life. Tune in to the full episode on YouTube, Apple Podcast, or Spotify, and visit my website for more information about my work at Ginn Economic Consulting.

Texas is often seen as a model for freedom and economic growth—but many Texans aren’t feeling it.

In this episode of the Let People Prosper Show, I sit down with TX State Representative Brian Harrison (R) to discuss rising property taxes, record state spending, and the growing gap between Texas’s reputation and reality.

We explore why budget surpluses haven’t translated into lasting tax relief, why property tax elimination should be the goal, and how school choice, fiscal discipline, and government accountability fit together. We also dig into the risks of expanding regulation around AI, age verification, and online activity—and where to draw the line between protection and overreach.

If Texas wants to remain a leader in economic opportunity, it will need to focus on spending restraint, transparency, and policies that truly let people prosper.

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Are age-verification mandates really the solution to protecting kids online?

In this episode of This Week’s Economy, we examine the rapid push by states to regulate app stores and social media platforms—and the serious risks these policies create.

We cover:
• Why the evidence behind smartphone-driven mental health claims is mixed
• How digital ID systems threaten privacy and free speech
• Why these regulations could entrench Big Tech and limit competition
• A better approach that puts parents—not government—in charge

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