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Libertarian
Summary: A podcast series features the inimitable Richard Epstein offering his unique perspective on national developments in public policy and the law. Tune in each week to hear Epstein’s take on breaking news stories.
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- Artist: Hoover Institution
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Podcasts:
Criticizing both the science and the economics, Richard Epstein makes the case for withdrawing from the Paris Agreement on climate change. (Playing time: 17:35)
Richard Epstein looks at the political and legal fallout from allegations that President Trump may have disclosed classified information to Russian diplomats, and that he may have had an improper conversation with then FBI Director Jim Comey. (Playing time: 16:58)
Richard Epstein reacts to the news that Jim Comey has been fired as FBI director, grapples with the ensuing criticisms of the Trump Administration, and looks back at Comey's legacy as head of the Bureau. (Playing time: 17:57)
Richard Epstein explains what's good, what's bad, and what's missing in the recent tax reform proposals issued by the Trump Administration. (Playing time: 19:10)
Richard Epstein reacts to the first round of balloting in the French presidential election and explains the implications for the broader state of politics in Europe. (Playing time: 17:22)
Richard Epstein weighs the merits of President Trump's decision to strike Syria after the Assad regime's use of chemical weapons. (Playing time: 17:18)
Richard Epstein examines the principles that should guide efforts to reform America's tax system. (Playing time: 16:16)
Richard Epstein looks at Donald Trump's recent executive orders on energy and environmental issues, explaining how free-market economics can be reconciled with good environmental stewardship. (Playing time: 16:53)
Richard Epstein analyzes the confirmation hearings of Supreme Court nominee Neil Gorsuch, compares and contrasts the judge with the late Justice Scalia, and considers the potential demise of the filibuster. (Playing time: 18:05)
Richard Epstein warns of the dangers of Donald Trump's position on international trade, and considers controversies about trade deficits, the border adjustment tax, and job losses due to automation. (Playing time: 19:53)
Richard Epstein looks at recent on-campus controversies involving Charles Murray and Milo Yiannopoulos and examines what can be done about the increasingly hostile environment in American higher education. (Playing time: 19:26)
Richard Epstein looks at how both federal interference and local regulations conspire to drive up the cost of housing. (Playing time: 18:51)
Richard Epstein argues that a two-state solution between Israelis and Palestinians is destined to fail (at least in the short-term) and that the uneasy status quo may actually be the best option available to both sides. (Playing time: 19:01)
Richard Epstein looks at recent setbacks to Obamacare -- including the implosion of state exchanges -- and describes what Congressional Republicans can do to reform the system without compounding uncertainty. (Playing time: 20:13)
Richard Epstein weighs in on the nomination of Neil Gorsuch for the Supreme Court and explains what makes an effective justice. (Playing time: 21:21)