The Kurds Need a Street — The Classical Liberal Case for Kurdistan
Western leaders and policymakers who bemoan the referendum can, if they choose, flatter themselves as “realists.”
Democracy
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Is Hayek's Moral Vision Compatible with Democracy?
As a young man the great economist was influenced by positivist circles in his native Austria. He expressed no faith or belief in God, and adopted a scientific materialism.
Diversity for the Sake of Democracy
Diversity is the celebration of individuality and nonconformity, and democracy is most precious when it allows three hundred million individuals to reach a compromise out of love for their country.
Want to Take Back Control? Then Abolish the Rule of Lords
The British people voted to reject an institution that curtails the will of people, that serves crony business interests before democracy, and that promotes nepotism.
The Paradox of Democracy
The entire idea of democracy is predicated on two essential assumptions, that humans will value knowledge, and humans will decide on the basis of rationality.
Remain vs Leave: Elite Technocracy vs Liberal Democracy
Brexit: A democratic choice, despite economic uncertainty, challenging technocracy, and promoting accountability and sovereignty.