Research and educational articles on individual rights, political philosophy, and institutional design.

January 31, 2026

The Texas Border Case Study

Many who consider themselves reasonable hold that a terrible thing happened during the Biden years: the handling of the Texas border. Of the total migrants coming through this border, about…

March 4, 2025

Ayn Rand Speaks

In this concise 9-minute presentation—drawn from a 1962 recording of Ayn Rand reading her first Los Angeles Times column—the philosopher and novelist introduces the core principles of Objectivism, her philosophy…

December 27, 2024

Why It Isn't Minarchism

Libertarians claim that Minarchism is the same political system as laissez-faire Capitalism. It is not. To understand what libertarians mean when they advocate for Minarchism, it is important to consider…

December 22, 2024

Facing the Challenges of Muslim Immigration

The immigration policy of a rights-protecting state must uphold the principle of the Presumption of Innocence. This state should maintain open borders, allowing individuals to enter, live, and work freely.…

December 16, 2024

Balancing Open Borders and Political Ideals

A society built on individual rights allows anyone to enter, live, and work freely. The Presumption of Innocence means immigrants cannot be stopped at the border for interrogation. However, open…