Randy E. Barnett

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07/30/2014 Journal of Libertarian Studies Randy E. Barnett

A paper reviewing George Smith’s article “Justice Entrepreneurship in A Free Market” by Randy E. Barnett. Volume 3, Number 4 (1979)

Libertarianism and Legitimacy: A Reply to Huebert

07/30/2014 Journal of Libertarian Studies Randy E. Barnett

It is obvious from his review of my book that J.H. Huebert holds me in genuine high esteem. This saddens him all the more for, in his view, I have squandered my talents on so unworthy a topic as...

Whither anarchy? Has Robert Nozick justified the state?

07/30/2014 Journal of Libertarian Studies Randy E. Barnett

One can appreciate Anarchy, State and Utopia by Robert Nozick on many levels. Its emphasis on individual freedom is a refreshing change of pace. It questions assumptions that have long been sacrosanct...

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