Most of the grid was probably about as prepared as could be expected for this record storm. However, one part of the grid was mostly unprepared: renewable energy generators.
Bill Peacock
Peacock: Texans’ Liberty is at Risk Through Corporate Cronyism
Favored corporations have benefited through billions of dollars of grants, abatements, exemptions, and other gifts from Texas taxpayers.
Peacock: It’s Time to Cut the Texas Budget
The current circumstances make it the perfect time for Texas to actually cut spending and the size of Texas government.
Peacock: Republicans Will Not Stop Spending Our Money
Politicians and bureaucrats can try all they want to convince us that they are being fiscally responsible. But the truth is that government and government spending keep on growing.
Peacock: Will Texans See Budget Gimmicks or Spending Restraint in 2021?
The only solution is for taxpayers to tell policymakers to stop spending growth.
Commentary: Spanish Renewable Giant Iberdrola Enters the Texas Market With a Thud
While it is possible that consumers might save $500 by switching to an Iberdrola plan, it is likely that Iberdrola’s plans will cost the average consumer more money.
Commentary: A Zero-Growth Budget to Restore Texans’ Liberty
Perhaps it is time for some simplicity. How about the Texas Legislature adopting a budget that does not grow at all?
Commentary: People Power vs. Police Power
In pandemics and any situation when the government has too much power, society is generally worse off when government officials make decisions that should have been left to the citizens.
Commentary: Civil Rights Under Assault During the COVID-19 Lockdown
As the country begins to reopen, those taking the initiative to get America back to work are being subject to scrutiny and ridicule.
Commentary: Liberty Leads to Health and Prosperity
The path to increased electrification and protection from disease will continue to be harder than needed until people realize that the best path for moving forward won’t come from dictates handed down by experts.