The Myth of the Rule of Law
As a myth, the concept of the rule of law is both powerful and dangerous. Its power derives from its great emotive appeal.
Political Theory
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Week in Review: May 6, 2017
Donald Trump had a good week in Washington. Unfortunately, good news for politicians is often bad news for Americans.
One-Third of Americans Are on Government Healthcare
Let's hope the "repeal" of Obamacare doesn't make anyone mistake the American healthcare system for anything that's "free-market."
How Governments Outlaw Affordable Housing
In many places, rent growth means more housing is badly needed. Unfortunately, local governments are working hard to limit the supply of housing.
The Myth of the “Popular Will”
Democracy often relies on conflating society with the state. Unfortunately, this confusion can lead to the politicization of every facet of daily life.
How Liberty Defined Western Civilization
The idea of liberty is and has always been peculiar to the West.
What Nassim Taleb Can Teach Us
Austro-libertarians will find much to admire in his brilliant takedowns of the “pseudo-experts” in academia, journalism, politics, and science.
Americans Are More Mobile Than Many Other Societies — And That’s Not Always Good
Americans are more mobile residents of other countries, and this has many economic benefits. But residential mobility also has a number of hidden costs.
The Pope’s Favorite Straw Man: “Individualism”
Pope Francis's latest attack on "libertarian individualism" shows a deep ignorance of both libertarianism, and its relationship with markets.
Week in Review: April 29, 2017
Socialism has long relied upon propagandists seeking to disguise their desire for power under the false banner of intellectualism.
