S3E45 (112) Libertarians On 25 Issues: Social Security & Environment
Pastor Tub and I discuss the 23rd and 24th of 25 different issues from a libertarian perspective. This episode we discuss libertarian thoughts on social security and the environment.
For non-libertarians, we hope this helps you understand the issue of social security and the environment from a libertarian position; for libertarians, we hope this provides some useful talking points for your non-libertarian friends and family. Let us know your thoughts in the comments.
0:00 - Show Intro 0:22 - Episode Introduction 1:51- Pre-show banter 10:38 - Social Security 34:18 - The Environment
I talk about attending a recent town hall to hear about a city proposal to increase the gas tax locally. During, I slipped in, "taxation is theft" when it was my time to speak, and had the opportunity to speak to two people further about taxation afterwards.
Bill Review:
I review Maine's LD 1559, "Commission To Develop a Paid Family and Medical Leave Benefits Program."
Cited Or Used Material:
http://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=1559&snum=130
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIZpDXbKjcA
Dennis Misigoy joins me on Friendly Fire to discuss his run for US Senate in Florida.
Bill Review:
2023 National Defense Authorization Act: https://www.inhofe.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/inhofe-and-reed-file-fiscal-year-2023-national-defense-authorization-act
Sources / Referenced Material:
Dennis Misigoy website: https://www.misigoy.com/
Prior podcast appearance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FoP028GrWiA
When Will We Learn? - Harry Browne: https://www.antiwar.com/orig/browne2.html
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fialCXkUUrw
I’ll discuss the issue of police force and whether or not there is a problem. If you’ve watched this show for some time you’ll probably have an idea where I stand.
Bill Review:
I skip the Bill Review in favor of a dramatic ending.
Cited Or Used Material:
Beethoven - Moonlight Sonata - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Tr0otuiQuU
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sU-QhtW6UBE
Pride flag and reparation ban bills, a moment for compassion, and an upcoming event for LibertyDad.
S H O W N O T E S
Elon Musk: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eo3zORUGCbM
Action News Jax (Pride Flag ban story): https://www.actionnewsjax.com/news/local/republican-lawmaker-proposes-bill-ban-pride-flags-government-buildings-facilities/TC7OT67MG5B2FO6N2YT3LTFTGU/
HB 901: Display of Flags by Governmental Entities: https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2024/901
Florida lawmakers push for banning reparations for descendants of slaves: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=An0ag5Lm7SM
SJR 582: Reparations(FL): https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2024/582
Commission to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans Act (HR 40): https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/40/cosponsors
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z5IUJcOa4VY
Pastor Tub and I discuss the last two of 25 different issues from a libertarian perspective. This episode we discuss libertarian thoughts on Free Trade and The Federal Reserve.
For non-libertarians, we hope this helps you understand the issues free trade and the Federal Reserve from a libertarian position; for libertarians, we hope this provides some useful talking points for your non-libertarian friends and family. Let us know your thoughts in the comments.
0:00 - Show Intro
0:22 - Episode Introduction
2:02 - Pre-show banter
18:55 - Free Trade
40:25 - The Federal Reserve
Sources:
Thumbnail Image: https://www.pexels.com/photo/black-steel-pet-cage-with-one-dollar-747113/
The Creature From Jekyll Island video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lu_VqX6J93k
Music - Grapes by J Lang, Morusque: http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/grapes/16626
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zj7HYssOaPM
One today's episode, I discuss a conversation between Piers Morgan and Ben Shapiro with the Ronna McDaniel firing at NBC, how the liberty movement ought treat conspiracies, and discuss a little news from Jacksonville.
S H O W N O T E S
Piers Morgan (Ben Shapiro): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pNFZma-ZCdU
MSNBC (Joy Reid & Rachel Maddow): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nwjalOS-jvs
Gov DeSantis Press Conference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WurxI0wk440
Wait Song: Smoke Rising
Music by: CreatorMix.com
Video: https://youtu.be/_oaZzkn0bW4
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ACu11dlC1sQ
Ever watch congressional hearings? Turns out there's a LOT of grandstanding by members of congress. Salacious clips find their way to the Internet making congress look like do-gooders and whichever corporate representative sitting in the hot seat look foolish, even nefarious. DL uncovers why congress, in fact, are terrible people as they mislead the public.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L51YB9bDQmc
You might recall the X (Twitter) controversy started by Zuby when he suggested guys get their passports ready so they can find a wife abroad.
Greg Brady joins me from Thailand to discuss being a passport bro.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=on8ejgNV8-s
I catch up with Lars to discuss his candidacy for Presidential nominee for the Libertarian Party.
Lars' Website: https://www.lars24.com/
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nnhrIHaiAkE