George Soros's fame rests not on his political commitments, but on his achievements as "the world's greatest money manager" and open-handed benefactor of the former Soviet bloc.

There may or may not be something to the "crony capitalism" charges against Rick Perry. But conservatives should pause before taking the word of a secretive, left-wing, Soros-funded organization that has spent the last 15 years attacking conservative politicians who work to rein in trial lawyers and institute pro-business reforms.

Higher tax rates on high earners, even if they produce less revenue, are an attempt to centralize power in government and to limit the autonomy and countervailing power of individuals in the voluntary sector. Which is why the liberal bloggers cheer them on.

After the congressional testimony of Michael Masters and George Soros, Senator Joe Lieberman is proposing a speculation investment ban.

The current financial crisis should not be considered a failure of capitalism but a failure of U.S. government policies.

The author presentsten tongue-in-cheek recommendations onreforms forthe Democratic Party.

The author defends his earliercriticisms of members of Congress.

Has the dollar stabilized, or is there risk of a further plunge in its value?