Libertarian

The Dangers of the Martin Act

Richard Epstein looks at the uses and abuses of the Martin Act, a New York law that has given activist attorneys general a free pass to persecute their political opponents. (Playing time: 19:37)

EpiPens and Drug Pricing

Richard Epstein responds to the recent controversy over sharp increases in the price of EpiPens and explains the economic dynamics underpinning the larger debate about prescription drug costs. (Playing time: 18:56)

Libertarian Potpourri

In a sampling of recent news stories, Richard Epstein tackles the NLRB's ruling allowing graduate students to unionize, a federal judge's injunction against the Obama Administration's transgender restroom regulations, and a move to restore voting rights for ex-cons in Virginia. (Playing time: 18:15)

The Future of Obamacare

Richard Epstein explains what the flight of insurers from Obamacare exchanges means for the program's future -- and describes the steps necessary to reform American health care. (Playing time: 22:54)

The Epstein Party Platform

With Democrats moving left and Republicans abandoning many of their traditional principles, Richard Epstein proscribes an alternative pro-growth policy platform for 2016. (Playing time: 16:57)

The Perils of Progressivism

Richard Epstein looks at the policy proposals animating Democrats in 2016 – and explains why they’ll lead to continued economic anemia. (Playing time: 16:40)

Public Pensions and Public Finance

Richard Epstein looks at the massive financial risk emanating from underfunded public pensions. (Playing time: 17:02)

Religious Liberty and Anti-Discrimination

Richard Epstein looks at a controversial judicial ruling in Mississippi limiting conscience protections for religious individuals on LGBT issues. (Playing time: 21:35)

Black Lives Matter and the Police

Richard Epstein looks at the recent controversies over police shootings of African-American men in Louisiana and Minnesota, and the subsequent attacks on police officers in Dallas. (Playing time: 18:10)

Hillary Clinton and the FBI

Richard Epstein examines FBI Director Jim Comey’s rationale for not leveling charges against Hillary Clinton as a result of her e-mail scandal. (Playing time: 14:59)