By Mike Winther, President of the Institute for Principle Studies Private Property, Mass Transit, and the Exercise of Rights The political and civil rights that we cherish cannot be fully exercised without certain tools. These tools are material things that allow or enhance the exercise of a right. These material things are property, which has ownership that can be either public or private. As a society, we must make decisions as to which form of ownership we prefer for these tools. Should they be privately owned or publicly owned? Those who advocate for big government usually prefer public ownership and … Read More
169 Million Reasons NOT to Ban Guns
169 Million Reasons NOT to Ban Guns In 1994, University of Hawaii Professor R.J. Rummel published an important scholarly work entitled, “Death By Government.” This 400+ page work is a thorough treatment of his research on one category of death—what he calls democide. Democide is defined as “the murder of any person or people by their government, including genocide, politicide and mass murder.” The astonishing conclusion of his work? In the 20th century, just over 169 million people were killed by their own governments. These are not deaths from disease, nor are they deaths from war. These are governments … Read More
The Creature from Jekyll Island by G. Edward Griffin
From the back cover of the book: “Where does money come from? Where does it go? Who makes it? The money magicians’ secrets are unveiled. Here is a close look at their mirrors and smoke machines, the pulleys, cogs, and wheels that create the grand illusion called money. A boring subject? Just wait! You’ll be hooked in 5 minutes. Reads like a detective story – which it really is. But it’s all true. This book is about the most blatant scam of history. It’s all here: the cause of wars, boom-bust cycles, inflation, depression, prosperity. Your world view definitely will … Read More
2017 Annual Report
This annual report highlights just a few of our efforts during the past year to clearly present the biblical case for the proper role of government. To all who contributed to our work, thank you! We hope you are encouraged by the fruit of our labor. We believe and expect that we are igniting the candles whose flames will, over the coming decades, enlighten the world. President’s Message As 2017 comes to a close, I want to take a few moments to update you on some of the happenings at IPS and provide a partial road-map of the future. First, … Read More
2017 Insider Briefing
This mid-year report highlights a few efforts of the Institute for Principle Studies to clearly present the biblical case for the proper role of government. To receive this report by mail, please make a tax-deductible contribution to the work of IPS. Thank you. President’s Letter It is no secret that an army of people are diligently working to advance atheism and socialism throughout the world—especially right here in America. This force includes think-tanks, policy organizations, media, educators, and, yes, even “community organizers.” Most of these advocates of dangerous ideas are paid for their work. Their salaries come from wealthy entrepreneurs, … Read More