In the current discourse surrounding affirmative action and diversity initiatives in higher education, proponents argue for the compatibility of race and sex considerations with merit-based selection. They maintain the stance…
Taxation remains a deeply contentious issue across the political spectrum. Among the most resolute critics of taxation are libertarians, who argue that income tax is not just an economic obligation…
In the recent ruling of Columbia Students for Justice in Palestine v. Trustees of Columbia University, trial court judge Nicholas Moyne upheld the university's decision to temporarily suspend certain student…
In this week’s episode of The Reason Roundtable, the editors discuss significant events from the past year, particularly reflecting on the October 7 terrorist attack in Israel and the devastation…
In the often contentious landscape of U.S. politics, the one area where bipartisan consensus emerges is in military engagement and potential war participation. Bob Woodward’s new book, "War," sheds light…
The future of Social Security in the United States is reaching a critical juncture as the program faces an impending funding crisis. The Social Security Trust Fund is projected to…
In the current political landscape, both former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are making bold promises that are gaining attention from their respective support bases. Trump's recent…
In 2003, a study on environmental tobacco smoke (ETS), co-authored by UCLA epidemiologist James Enstrom and myself, sparked significant controversy in the public health arena after it was published in…
In an era marked by global conflicts and international tensions, the debate over foreign policy strategy becomes more relevant than ever. Within this discourse, the libertarian perspective advocates for a…
The recent conflict between the U.S. government and the Foundation for Global Political Exchange highlights significant tensions surrounding free speech and counterterrorism regulations. The Biden administration initially sought to restrict…