Political Theory

In the context of legal analysis, one important praxeological doctrine is the distinction between action and mere behavior. The difference between action and behavior boils down to intent. 

Many economists argue that a pure market economy cannot come about because people will always have incentives to use coercion.

As I see matters, private-property rights are of crucial importance to civilization.  They are what distinguishes us from the barbarians.  To the extent we give in to the enemies of property rights, we reduce ourselves.

When studying the origins of the Austrian School, one is often struck by the influence played by Catholic thinkers and culture during the centuries leading up to the publication of Menger’s Principles.

This Festschrift is dedicated to one of the outstanding champions of liberty in Germany.  For most of his scientific life, Gerard Radnitzky has been known as a philosopher of science in the tradition of Karl Popper. 

Pipes does make a contribution to our appreciation for private property. It cannot be denied that the book starts out on a high plain. Certainly, Pipes is correct in locating the difficulties suffered by both Russia 

This volume sets out to debunk the common myths about the origins of liberal thought: that Anglo-Saxon thinkers had a privileged role in the history of liberalism;

Infantino summarizes the elements of any theory of intentional order as psychologism, the rational construction of preferences, and the idea that the results of social action can be conceived as a process of maximization.

The author wishes to examine Nozick’s ontological overtures within the context of social and political ontology. Zaibert wishes to sketch some fundamental aspects of the ontology of politics,

If the unfounded optimism about the gains from unification can be deflated in the South, there is a better chance for peace. This would make the South Koreans more cautious