Libertarian

The Rise of Liberal Populism

Richard Epstein examines the novel legal rationale behind a Wisconsin judge’s decision to overturn the state’s right-to-work law. (Playing time: 18:44)

Wisconsin’s Right-to-Work Battle

Richard Epstein examines the novel legal rationale behind a Wisconsin judge’s decision to overturn the state’s right-to-work law. (Playing time: 18:15)

Constitutional Controversies

Richard Epstein analyzes the most bitterly debated provisions of the Constitution and reflects on where the Founding Fathers may have erred. (Playing time: 19:38)

Little Sisters of the Poor

Richard Epstein dissects the newest Supreme Court case aiming to resolve the tension between Obamacare’s contraception mandate and rights of conscience. (Playing time: 21:33)

Merrick Garland and the Supreme Court

Richard Epstein discusses the controversy over Senate Republicans’ decision to block Merrick Garland’s Supreme Court nomination and examines the decline of the confirmation process. (Playing time: 24:49)

The Future of Free Trade

Richard Epstein responds to the criticisms of free trade coming from Donald Trump, Bernie Sanders, and Hillary Clinton. (Playing time: 18:18)

Gun Violence and Legal Liability

Richard Epstein analyzes a lawsuit that seeks to hold gun manufacturers responsible for mass shootings. (Playing time: 20:46)

Choosing the Next Supreme Court Justice

Richard Epstein on the political and legal considerations behind adding a new justice to the Supreme Court. (Playing time: 18:00)

Apple and the FBI

Richard Epstein addresses the controversy around Apple’s attempt to resist a court order that would force them to help the FBI unlock the phone of one of the San Bernardino terrorists. (Playing time: 16:16)

Remembering Antonin Scalia

Richard Epstein recalls his friend and onetime colleague Antonin Scalia – and explains the similarities and differences in their respective legal philosophies. (Playing time: 21:31)