:Fixed Point

One of the common complaints against the idea of ‘libertarian paternalism’ - the idea that the state, or indeed the market should help us overcome our biases - is that it’s a slippery slope. Mandate that fruit be served before cakes in the cafeteria (because want people really ‘want’ is to be healthy but […]

Personally I can’t understand the excitement of cut price ladies’ clothes range, ghost-designed and modelled by a truculent Croydon superstar whose wealth appears predicated on the ability to look OK and walk, and turn.
I’m even more confused by the thousands who’d queue overnight just to get their hands on this tat. However, it’s their preference, […]