Getting Libertarianism Wrong? Why the Right is Wrong About Privatization w/Bob Murphy

The LCI Greenroom: Open & Unscripted

Key Topics:

• Privatization and its impact on society
• Anarcho-capitalism
• The debate between Dave Smith and Andrew Wilson regarding Christian ethics vs. self-ownership

Introduction

• Jacob welcomes viewers, encourages likes, shares, and subscriptions.
• Introduction of Bob Murphy, his background, and significance.

Overview and Context

• Background and significance of the debate between Dave Smith and Andrew Wilson.
• Jacob shares his journey to anarcho-capitalism through Dave Smith and Bob Murphy.

Debate Reaction: Self-Ownership and Non-Aggression Principle

• Discussion on whether self-ownership is foundational to libertarianism.
• Andrew's critique on the demonstration of self-ownership.
• Bob's perspective on the non-aggression principle and its relation to self-ownership.
• Exploring the possibility of a biblical case for self-ownership.

Legal Theory vs. Moral Philosophy

• Dave's argument that libertarianism is primarily a legal theory rather than a moral philosophy.
• The distinction between what is legal and what is moral within a libertarian context.
• The overlap between legality and morality in various actions and the implications for libertarian theory.

Addressing Immorality and State Intervention

• Discussion on whether libertarians can counteract immorality without using state intervention.
• Andrew's point on authoritarian regimes and their handling of degeneracy.
• Dave's argument on how centralized government undermines family, church, and community.

Privatization and Competition

• The role of competition and decentralization in a libertarian society.
• Addressing the concern that private institutions can be as corruptible as government entities.
• The benefits of a competitive market in providing checks and balances.

History and Influence of NGOs

• Historical discussion on the influence of industrialists like Carnegie and Rockefeller on government regulation.
• Addressing the concern that private institutions have contributed to the growth of government power.

State vs. Private Marriage

• Debate on state marriage laws versus private prenuptial agreements.
• Addressing concerns about vulturous contracts and the role of private contracts in a libertarian society.
• The implications of private marriage contracts for men and women.

Children and Custody in a Libertarian Society

• The challenge of addressing the rights and protection of children in a libertarian legal order.
• Discussion on Rothbard's views and the issue of positive rights.
• Bob's perspective on how custody and children's rights could be handled without state intervention.

Conclusion

• Final thoughts on the debate and the broader discussion between libertarians and conservatives.
• Importance of understanding and addressing the moral concerns within a libertarian framework.
• Jacob's closing remarks, encouraging listeners to live at peace and live for Christ.

Contact and Further Information

• Bob Murphy's work can be found at BobMurphyShow.com and on Twitter @BobMurphyEcon.

Additional Resources

• Further Discussion on Libertarian Legal Theory with Kasimir: https://libertarianchristians.com/episode/libertarians-vs-nationalists-debate-review-part-3-lessons-on-moral-and-legal-consistency/
• Kerry Baldwin on Self-Ownership and Parental Rights: https://libertarianchristians.com/episode/is-self-ownership-commensurate-with-christianity-with-kerry-baldwin/