Libertarian

Trump's Health Care Triumph

Richard Epstein explains the contents of President Trump's new executive order on healthcare, explores the controversy around a White House proposal to cut subsidies to insurers, and explains why conservatives who fretted about President Obama's use of executive orders shouldn't be bothered by this exercise of executive power. (Playing time: 19:54)

The Trump Tax Plan

Richard Epstein grades the Trump Administration's proposal for tax reform, explains the first principles of effective tax systems, and challenges the notion that progressivity is essential to an equitable tax code. (Playing time: 16:41)

Catalonia and the Secessionist Urge

Richard Epstein uses the recent push for independence in Spain's Catalonia region to consider the question of when separatist movements are justified in pursuing independent statehood—and how they should go about it. (Playing time: 17:13)

DACA and the Future of Immigration Policy

Richard Epstein responds to the controversy over an Obama-era policy allowing children brought to the US. Illegally to stay in the country and explains why America should embrace a more liberal immigration policy but reject open borders. (Playing time: 17:05)

The Single-Payer Fantasy

Richard Epstein examines the Lefts' push for single-payer health care and explains why such systems are destined for failure. (Playing time: 18:57)

The Accidental Libertarian

Richard Epstein traces the origins and evolution of his libertarian thinking over a half-century in the spotlight. (Playing time: 31:13)

The Arpaio Pardon

Richard Epstein explores the history of the president's pardon power and examines whether former Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio was a worthy recipient of executive mercy. (Playing time: 17:56)

Afghanistan and the Trump Foreign Policy

Richard Epstein analyzes President Trump's new plan for Afghanistan, the threat from North Korea, and how the US should respond to trade tensions with China. (Playing time: 18:39)

Showdown in Charlottesville

In the wake of violent protests in Charlottesville, Richard Epstein looks at the limits on government power to restrict inflammatory speech, considers Donald Trump's rhetorical response to the protests, and weighs in on whether confederate monuments should start coming down. (Playing time: 16:46)

The Google Controversy

Richard Epstein responds to the controversy around Google's decision to fire an employee for a memo criticizing the company's diversity policy. (Playing time: 23:00)