Can Free Markets Win Votes in the New GOP?
As the party grows more populist, ethnically diverse, and working class, will Republicans abandon their libertarian economic principles?
Libertarianism
Argentina, Once One of the Richest Countries, Is Now One of the Poorest. Javier Milei Could Help Fix That.
The new libertarian president believes in free markets and the rule of law. When people have those things, prosperity happens.
Javier Milei vs. Big Labor
Milei's swift action intended to transform Argentina's floundering economy provoked the country's biggest labor union to call tens of thousands to protest in Buenos Aires against his libertarian agenda.
Comic: The Ever-Evolving Robert Nozick
A young philosopher goes from socialist to reluctant libertarian.
Milei vs. the WEF: Who Wins?
Marcos Falcone discusses Argentine President Javier Milei's fiery speech at the World Economic Forum's annual conference in Davos on the latest episode of Just Asking Questions.
Coleman Hughes on the Separation of Race and State
Is podcaster Coleman Hughes a state capacity libertarian?
The Feds Shouldn't Subsidize Fancy, Risky Beach Houses
Government is "promoting bad behavior," says Sen. Rand Paul. He's right.
The Best of Reason: The Post-Neoliberalism Moment
Anyone advocating neoliberal policies is now persona non grata in Washington, D.C.
The Post-Neoliberalism Moment
Anyone advocating neoliberal policies is now persona non grata in Washington, D.C.
A Qualified Defense of Qualified Conformism
Some thoughts occasioned by economist Bryan Caplan's new book "You Will Not Stampede Me: Essays on Non-Conformism."
The Best of Reason: Long Live the Conch Republic
The colorful, mostly libertarian history of Key West.
Libertarian History/Philosophy
Jennifer Burns: Why Milton Friedman Matters More Than Ever
The biographer of the Nobel laureate says he made us "free to choose" in areas far beyond economics.
Jennifer Burns on Milton Friedman's Legacy
Was Milton Friedman the most important libertarian of them all?
Demonic Dollar Store
Plus: Senate sex, problematic profit, AI girlfriends, and more...
This Year's Libertarian Gift Guide: 23 Ideas for 2023
In today's innovative economy, there's no excuse for sending a gift card. The staff at Reason is here with some inspiration.
Javier Milei Sworn in as President of Argentina
"Just as the fall of the Berlin Wall marked the end of a tragic era for the world," he said, "these elections have marked the turning point in our history."
A New Reason Podcast Is Just Asking Questions
Dave Smith joins Zach Weissmueller and Liz Wolfe for the first episode of Just Asking Questions.
A New Reason Podcast Is Just Asking Questions
Dave Smith joins Zach Weissmueller and Liz Wolfe for the first episode of Just Asking Questions.
Gas Tax Revenues Decline as Cars Get More Efficient. How Will Government Pay for Roads?
Lawmakers should consider a user-fee system designed to charge drivers by the mile.
Dave Smith: What Is a Libertarian?
Dave Smith joins Zach Weissmueller and Liz Wolfe for the first episode of Just Asking Questions.
Ask Reason Magazine's Editors Anything: Webathon 2023!
Please enjoy our special webathon video episode, where we answer a wide-ranging batch of listener questions!
Give to Reason and Help Create the Next Generation of Libertarians!
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How Reason Changes Minds, Lives, and Laws by Covering Criminal Injustice
Yet another reason to donate to Reason's annual webathon!
A Bonus Reason Roundtable Featuring Four 'Florida Men' of Our Own
Plus: The Reason webathon is happening right now. Donate so we can make more fun podcasts like this one!
Reason and Nick Gillespie Need Your Support
Reason's annual webathon is the one time each year we ask our online readers, viewers, and listeners to support our libertarian journalism.
'You Have the Best Videos Anywhere Online': A Reason To Support Reason
Your tax-deductible donations help to make our next Remy video, powerhouse interview, and mind-blowing documentary possible.
$100,000 Matching Grant Announced for Reason's Annual Webathon!
Donors at the $1,000 level get to join a special private Zoom-chat with The Reason Roundtable!
Cass Sunstein on Unifying Principles of Liberalism
The famed Harvard law professor tries to outline a set of principles liberals - broadly defined - can agree on. And it's a strong effort, even though I have a few caveats and reservations.
Reason Can Do More Good With Your Money Than Government Can: Contribute to Our Annual Webathon
Get the warm, fuzzy feeling of dodging the taxman while supporting our journalism. Plus, cool swag!
Rothbardian Javier Milei Takes Control of a Major Country
Three lessons from the Austrian economist Murray Rothbard on how American libertarians might think about Milei's Argentina ascension.
New Edition of "Freedom in the Fifty States"
The Cato Institute recently published the latest edition of its ranking of personal, economic, and overall freedom in the states.
Is Javier Milei a 'Doctrinaire Hayekian' and a Secret Reason Science Project?
Sohrab Ahmari denounces Argentina's new president as a faux populist. Good for Milei.
The Best of Reason: Milton Friedman Was No Conservative
A new Friedman biography ably explores the economist's ideas but sidesteps the libertarian movement he was central to.
The World's First Libertarian President
Plus: A listener asks the editors about libertarians and "reflexive contrarianism."
What American Conservatives Can Learn From Argentina's Javier Milei
Once you get past the aesthetics, the similarities between Milei and MAGA mostly vanish.
My Own Personal Evita
Plus: OpenAI apocalypse, New York's problematic pie, Backpage trial concludes, and more...
The Best of Reason: The Abundance Agenda Promises Everything to Everyone All at Once
Some progressives want to remove bureaucratic obstacles to growth—in the service of Democrats and big government.
The Abundance Agenda Promises Everything to Everyone All at Once
Some progressives want to remove bureaucratic obstacles to growth—in the service of Democrats and big government.
Milton Friedman Was No Conservative
A new Friedman biography ably explores the economist's ideas but sidesteps the libertarian movement he was central to.
Is Wichita Mayor-Elect Lily Wu a Libertarian?
"I believe in empowering the individual and limited government. I chose to become a Libertarian on my registration because it spoke to who I was."
'A Tyranny of the Minority': Why This College Dropout Wants To Cancel Cancel Culture
"Being a true free speech champion does require that you defend speech that even you disagree with," says libertarian Rikki Schlott.
Marcos Falcone: Can a Libertarian Still Win in Argentina?
Argentine libertarian writer Marcos Falcone breaks down Argentina's recent election results and the upcoming runoff.
Can Milei Still Win in Argentina?
Join Reason on YouTube and Facebook at 1 p.m. Eastern on Thursday for a discussion with Argentine libertarian writer Marcos Falcone about Argentina's recent election results and the upcoming runoff.
Is Javier Milei's Movement in Argentina a Cult of Personality in the Name of Liberty?
The stakes are high for this weekend's presidential election.
Alexandra Hudson: How Civility Can Save America—and the World
We don't need better manners, we need a commitment to mutual respect and tolerance, and space to live our lives as we see fit.
Photo: Argentina's Libertarian Moment?
Self-described anarcho-capitalist Javier Milei shocked the world in August by getting the most votes in Argentina's presidential primary.
Would Anarcho-Capitalism Be a Disaster?
Yaron Brook and Bryan Caplan debate the merits of anarcho-capitalism.
