Scandinavian Unexceptionalism: Culture, Markets and the Failure of Third-Way Socialism

23 June 2015
Research

Scandinavian Unexceptionalism: Culture, Markets and the Failure of Third-Way Socialism

Nima Sanandaji. Foreword by Tom G. Palmer
23 June 2015

New research debunks the myth that high taxes and a large welfare state are responsible for the success of the Nordic region

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Scandinavian success is not due to high taxes and welfare spending

23 June 2015
Welfare

Scandinavian success is not due to high taxes and welfare spending

23 June 2015

New report debunks the myth that positive social and economic outcomes in Scandinavia are a result of a generous welfare state and high taxes

Free-market policies and pre-existing cultural norms were responsible for the economic and social success of Scandinavian countries. Contrary to popular … Continue reading “Scandinavian success is not due to high taxes and welfare spending”

The focus of welfare reform must be broader for substantial savings

22 June 2015
Welfare

The focus of welfare reform must be broader for substantial savings

22 June 2015

Mark Littlewood calls for politicians to be bold, but fair when it comes to welfare reform

Commenting on David Cameron’s speech on welfare reform, Mark Littlewood, Director General at the Institute of Economic Affairs, said: “With … Continue reading “The focus of welfare reform must be broader for substantial savings”