Paul Rubin discusses deregulation and the obstacles that stand in the way of President Obama's initiative.

As polls show voters increasingly skeptical of the benefits of international trade, many politicians are campaigning against free trade and outsourcing.

Privacy on the Web is a constant issue for public discussion. Congress is always considering more regulations on the use of information about people's habits, interests, or preferences on the Internet.

The Gulf Coast oil spill offers an opportunity to reflect on the basic principles of tort law, which makes clear that in this case full economic damages are appropriate but punitive damages should not be pursued.