I am teaching a course this term which is basically an examination of modern libertarian political philosophy and political theory for PhD students in economics. But, I am also teaching…
I thought it might be useful to revisit the ongoing discussion about what makes for a Bleeding Heart Libertarian. In this post, I offer a case that I think will…
Despite the exciting title, I suppose this is really just an overblown links post. First, a couple of (relative) quickies: First, Terrance Tomkow has an interesting post on “The Origins…
Our discussion of the connection between eudaimonism, contractualism and libertarianism continues, and now good ole’ Will Wilkinson has joined it. Will makes two basic points in his post: (i) eudaimonism…
1) Consequentialist Considerations Are Crucial for Libertarians In a recent post, Kevin Vallier suggests that libertarianism cannot be justified by either utilitarianism or self-ownership. The first is said to be…
I am delighted that my friend and teacher Roderick Long has engaged my first foray into the blogosphere. Roderick has deeply influenced my views. For instance, if not for him,…