The educational programs of the Foundation for Research on Economics and the Environment (FREE) have received substantial national attention, including

Tom France, of the National Wildlife Federation, organized a conference, “The Climate Challenge: Strategies for Montana’s Future.” FREE cosponsored last

Montana ballot initiative I-154, which protects property rights and requires compensation for “regulatory takings,” is in judicial limbo. It arose

Why do well-intended people so often propose counterproductive policy solutions, the outcomes of which thwart their stated goals? What’s wrong?

Americans seem hardwired to believe problems can be solved. This classic “can do” approach often works — but alas not

This is a “feel-good” column, written to share. Please join me in appreciating our home territory. The Gallatin Valley Bicycle

Montana State University is poised to become a nationally recognized school of excellence. Success is highly probable if MSU leaders

It’s trendy to hate Wal-Mart. Critics note: Wal-Mart is a monopoly and hence, is intrinsically bad. Further, Wal-Mart destroys small

Wal-Mart is the largest retailer in the world. It employs 1.8 million, more than any other American institution besides the

Go see Al Gore’s An Inconvenient Truth. It raises awareness about global warming and motivates searches for constructive policies. Unfortunately,