Carey A Moore

Stephen Moore is an American economist, writer, and conservative television commentator born in 1960. He has had a significant career in conservative economic policy circles, co-founding the Club for Growth and serving in various roles at think tanks like The Heritage Foundation and the Cato Institute. Moore is a strong proponent of tax cuts and supply-side economic principles, advocating for policies aimed at reducing government spending and promoting free markets.

His public life includes advising presidential campaigns, notably for Herman Cain and Donald Trump, and contributing to the Trump administration's Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017. Moore has also been a vocal critic of the Federal Reserve and has expressed controversial views on topics such as climate change and labor laws. His writings and public statements have often generated debate, reflecting his distinct conservative economic philosophy.

Stephen Moore has consistently championed supply-side economics, advocating for significant tax reductions and decreased government spending. He co-founded the Club for Growth in 1999, an organization dedicated to promoting free-market policies and supporting political candidates who align with these views. During his tenure, Moore aimed to influence the Republican Party's direction, seeking to ensure that candidates embraced anti-tax positions. His work also involved challenging those within the party he deemed insufficiently committed to fiscal conservatism. Moore has also been involved with other economic advocacy groups, including the Free Enterprise Fund and the Committee to Unleash Prosperity, further solidifying his role as a prominent voice for conservative economic principles.

Moore's career has extended beyond policy advocacy into public service and media commentary. He served in roles such as a fellow at The Heritage Foundation and research director for President Reagan's Privatization Commission. He also worked on the editorial board of The Wall Street Journal. Moore has provided economic commentary for various media outlets, including Fox News Channel and CNN. He played a role in advising the Trump administration on tax policy, working alongside Larry Kudlow on the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017. His public statements have often been provocative, addressing issues from the Federal Reserve's monetary policy to climate change, where he has rejected the scientific consensus.

Throughout his career, Stephen Moore has taken positions that have sparked considerable debate. He has expressed skepticism regarding the scientific consensus on climate change, labeling it a "scam" and accusing scientists of seeking financial gain. Moore has also advocated for radical changes to labor laws, suggesting that children should be allowed to work from a young age. His views on monetary policy have also drawn criticism; he has called for the abolition of the Federal Reserve and a return to a gold standard, a position held by few economists. Furthermore, his analysis of economic events, such as the impact of tax cuts, has sometimes been challenged, with critics pointing to factual inaccuracies or overly optimistic projections in his writings and statements.

“I happen to believe we should be raising rates, not cutting them.”

“the biggest scam of the last two decades.”

“Stalinistic”

“What is irrefutable is that marriage with a devoted husband and wife in the home is a far better social program than food stamps, Medicaid, public housing or even all of them combined.”

“We have got to get rid of the Federal Reserve and move towards a gold standard in this country!”