Is the American Dream Dead?

Among the highlights of this year’s report:

• Hong Kong maintained its position at the top of the rankings
• While the global economic freedom score increased, the United States dropped once again
• Countries with the highest rate of government spending saw their GDP grow 4.5% slower than countries where government spending is better contained

Here at home, the report raises important questions about how the government’s reckless spending habit has harmed America’s competitiveness in the world.