Selling Libertarianism in the Marketplace of Ideas: Podcast
Brian Nichols interviews Nick Gillespie about persuasion, the history of Reason, and whether the future looks libertarian.
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Reason Has Been Nominated for 10 'Maggie' Awards
Finalists include "What to Know Before You Pay for Sex" and a Reason documentary about San Francisco's insane housing regulations.
Rand Paul Fails Parents and Kids of Every Political Persuasion by Offering Weak Support for Vaccines
Paul says benefits outweigh risks, but he unfortunately didn't leave it at that.
'What's a Libertarian To Do?': Podcast
Nick Gillespie talks with The Bulwark's Charlie Sykes and Jim Swift about CPAC, the future of the GOP, and why conservatives should be into pot legalization.
Is South Park Postmodern?: Podcast
Andrew Heaton, host of Something's Off, interviews Nick Gillespie about the much-loved, much-hated term.
A Libertarian Litigator Dons the Judge's Robes
Clint Bolick, a co-founder of the Institute for Justice, was for years one of the libertarian movement's most successful trial lawyers.
Michael Bloomberg: Legalizing Weed 'Is Perhaps the Stupidest Thing We've Ever Done'
It's safe to say this guy would not make a good president.
Are Government Shutdowns Good for Libertarians?: Podcast
Rebutting Krugman, cracking on Graham, and searching in vain for "freedom" in a caucus.
Liberty Has a New Champion on the Federal Bench
Don Willett has championed economic freedom and accountability for cops.
Foot Voting and the Future of Liberty
My book chapter on this subject from the "Cambridge Handbook of Classical Liberal Thought" is now available on SSRN.
Australia's Libertarian Senator Won't Seek Re-election
David Leyonhjelm will pursue state office instead to fight restrictive, nannying laws.
A Very Libertarian Christmas
Deck the halls and spread some Yuletide cheer. Or don't. You're your own person.
With Reason on "Freedom's Ramparts, America's Tomorrow's Will Always Dawn Brightly": Podcast
Listen to former Indiana Gov. Mitch Daniels' keynote at our 50th anniversary dinner.
Hey, Libertarians! The Criminal Justice Reform Movement Sees You Out There
At a celebrity-headlined and media-focused summit on incarceration, the speakers recognize their allies.
Libertarian Critiques of Democracy Can't be Refuted by Showing that it's Better than Dictatorship
Democracy is clearly superior to despotism. But libertarians are still right to worry about voter ignorance and advocate tighter constraints on government power.
Students for a Freer Future
As U.S. campus politics deteriorate, a global movement of young libertarians finds its footing.
How I Became a Libertarian
On the magazine's 50th birthday, Reason staffers share their philosophical origin stories.
Don't Blame Karl Marx for 'Cultural Marxism'
Political correctness isn't a communist plot.
Freeborn Frank Turner
The British musician brings a libertarian sensibility to his new folk-punk album.
'Fight for Justice' With Students for Liberty at Harvard Tomorrow
Come hear students, scholars, activists, and Reason editors talk about ending the drug war and authoritarianism here and abroad.
The U.S. Economy Is More Free Than It's Been in Years
Economic freedom is good-whether in itself or because of the longevity, prosperity, and associated liberty it brings.
'We Are Always on the Verge of Chaos:' The PJ O'Rourke Interview
The libertarian humorist talks about his new book, how to drink in war zones, and why the Chinese are more American than most U.S. citizens.
What We Talk About When We Talk About Socialism
From Jim Carrey to the Chapo Trap House to Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, the "s" word means different things to different people. Here's how libertarians should engage.
Debate: The Best Case for Liberty Is Consequentialist
What are the philosophical underpinnings of libertarianism?
Welcome to Reason's Debate Issue: 'You're All a Bunch of Socialists!'
How to disagree with other libertarians
Debate: Be an Anarchist, Not a Minarchist
Should we be satisfied with limited government rather than no government?
Eric Brakey, Republican Senate Candidate in Maine, Endorses Gary Johnson
The former Ron Paul delegate, current state senator, and underdog to unseat independent Angus King says Johnson "would be one of the best U.S. senators."
Huge News: Rand Paul Endorses Gary Johnson for Senate
The "libertarianish" Republican becomes first major GOP figure to bypass his own party and back the Libertarian challenger to New Mexico's Democratic incumbent.
Report: New York the Least Free State in the U.S.
Where does your state rank in the Freedom in the 50 States report?
John Mackey and Conscious Capitalism Have Won the Battle of Ideas With Everyone but Libertarians
Why can't free marketers celebrate entrepreneurs and titans of industry who change our world unless they admit they're in it only for the money?
Tom Woods, Matt Welch, and Michael Malice Discuss Libertarian Infighting
Philosophical differences of opinion, Libertarian Party spats, Ron Paul newsletters, you name it.
Austin Petersen Trounced in Missouri GOP Primary Election for U.S. Senate
2016 Libertarian Party presidential runner-up gets routed by establishmentarian Josh Hawley in the race to face vulnerable incumbent Claire McCaskill.
Michael Shermer on Why Even Scientists, Transhumanists, and Atheists Want To Believe in Heaven: Podcast
One of the world's top skeptics of religion casts a cold eye on secular attempts to create utopia and immortality.
Glenn Jacobs, Professional Wrestler and Libertarian, Wins His Race for Mayor
Burn victim. Demon. Half-brother to The Undertaker. Knox County Mayor.
Koch Bros. Should 'Shut Up and Get With [Trump's] Program,' Says Steve Bannon
Dismissed advisor attacks billionaire libertarians for pushing free trade and immigration. President calls them "total joke."
Beware Decentralization Without Mobility
Economist Bryan Caplan reminds us that political decentralization has little value unless it is accompanied by mobility.
Should Facebook Ban Holocaust Deniers and Professional Trolls?: Podcast
Reason's Robby Soave and Mike Riggs debate whether Mark Zuckerberg's should de-platform haters such as Alex Jones and Infowars to improve the user experience.
Rep. Justin Amash Slams Trump/Putin Press Conference: POTUS Spoke 'Like the Head of a Vassal State'
In a series of tweets, the libertarian-leaning Republican detailed why Trump's joint press conference with Vladimir Putin was all wrong.
'Warlords Will Take Over' and Other Lines Libertarians Are Tired of Hearing
We asked the attendees at PorcFest 2018.
'When I Encountered Libertarian Ideas, They Just Resonated With Me': Podcast
Marty Zupan talks about editing Reason in the 1980s, meeting Hayek before it was cool, moving to IHS, and life in the liberty movement.
Heterodox Academy Fights For Intellectual Freedom and Diversity Among Professors: Podcast
Deb Mashek explains why intellectual diversity can't be optional if we're serious about higher education.
Libertarian Party Adopts New Sex Work Plank, Becomes Only Notable U.S. Party to Endorse Prostitution Decriminalization
The LP's move comes the same week the Green Party explicitly rejected a platform that protects sex worker rights.
H. Tristram Engelhardt, Jr., RIP
A gentleman, a philosopher, a physician, a proud "Texian," a brilliant raconteur, and a clear-eyed defender of liberty has died.
