Jason Kuznicki

The appeal of contrarianism too often leads libertarians to make libertarian solutions less likely.

What happens to the state when the reasons for its existence no longer look quite so compelling?

Kuznicki draws a parallel between the “God of the Gaps” fallacy and how some people justify the state.

What did Popper actually believe about speech and tolerance in a liberal, pluralistic society?

Modern authoritarian states excel at keeping up democratic appearances, while keeping the real sources of their power inscrutable and so safe from public scrutiny.

The ethical system of Immanuel Kant, properly understood, justifies libertarian political institutions.

How should libertarians face democracy, when democracy rejects libertarianism?

Worrying about labels is unproductive so long as those labels facilitate clear thinking.

Kuznicki explores the implications of libertarian radicalism being based on epistemic humility.

It’s reasonable to reach radical conclusions.

Private property regimes incentivize good behavior–but some actors try to reap the benefits of the system without following the rules themselves.

To understand the Presidential election, look back to Burke and Rousseau.

Ancient liberty is declining. And some are hoping that you won’t notice.

From the days of Wilson to Clinton today, the Democrats have been the party of the tyranny of the majority and limitless “planning” of others’ lives.

Distinguishing two kinds of government arbitrariness, each illustrated by a parable.