The Theory of Anything Episode 119: New Right vs Libertarianism w/Logan Chipkin
Oct 28, 2025
In this discussion, Logan Chipkin, a writer and president of the Conjecture Institute, tackles the clash between the New Right and libertarianism. He explores how core beliefs differ among liberalism, conservatism, and libertarianism. Chipkin dives into the allure of conspiracy theories among libertarians and critiques capitalism on the Right. He also addresses the misalignment of mainstream conservatives with intellectual argumentation, and examines the implications of immigration policies and military interventions, advocating for a nuanced, rational approach.
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Liberalize Immigration With Local Choice
- Legalize freedom of association and allow local subcultural experiments to manage immigration effects.
- Liberalize immigration gradually while keeping criminal and health screening and permitting local choices.
Integration Depends On Confident Culture
- America's historical strength is its ability to integrate immigrants who adopt Western institutions.
- Cultural integration depends on the receiving society confidently promoting its values, not excluding newcomers.
Use Tariffs Sparingly And Fix Domestic Barriers
- Oppose general tariffs because they slow growth, but use targeted tariffs as a security negotiating tool.
- Before tariffs, remove domestic regulatory barriers so entrepreneurs can reshore production competitively.
