The American TFP

Flight from Temperance

by John Horvat II February 9, 2021April 10, 2008

Machines are ever more plentiful and useful, but something more important, more spiritual, is being lost One of the greatest influences of the Industrial Revolution on society was perhaps its ability to mechanize our lives. In a materialistic world, which adores speed, it seems only natural that matter and speed come together … Read more

The Experience Economy

by John Horvat II November 9, 2020April 10, 2002

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In today’s vibrant, whirling economy, everything money or easy-credit can buy is almost instantly available. Abundant goods and services promise happiness. There seems to be no limit on what can be acquired-yet, consumer satisfaction is still illusive. Today many economic observers are realizing the shortcomings of an economic system based on unrestrained … Read more