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Crisis and leviathan
Critical Episodes in the Growth of American Government
Book • 1987
In 'Crisis and Leviathan,' Robert Higgs presents a comprehensive analysis of how government grows in response to crises, such as World War I, the Great Depression, World War II, and the Cold War. He argues that these crises lead to significant increases in government size and power, which do not fully recede after the crisis has passed, resulting in a 'ratchet effect' that contributes to the long-term growth of government.
The book provides a detailed historical examination and critiques various theories on government growth, making it essential for understanding the dynamics of government expansion and its impact on liberty.
The book provides a detailed historical examination and critiques various theories on government growth, making it essential for understanding the dynamics of government expansion and its impact on liberty.
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Jonah Goldberg as a book that traces how progressives have used crises as a ratchet effect for increasing state power.
Jonah Goldberg as a book that traces how progressives have used crises as a ratchet effect for increasing state power.
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Apocalypse Now | Interview: Ross Douthat
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Jonah Goldberg in relation to his discussion on the use of crisis as a means of circumventing normal rules.
Jonah Goldberg in relation to his discussion on the use of crisis as a means of circumventing normal rules.36 snips
The Guinness World Record of Self-Sabotage
Mentioned by Joseph Solis-Mullen , recommending it to the listeners to understand critical episodes and the growth of government.
The Problem with International Organizations like the EU and the WTO
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Ben Shapiro when discussing the importance of having a plan for the post-lockdown period.
Ben Shapiro when discussing the importance of having a plan for the post-lockdown period.
Ep. 975 - What The Hell Happens Now?
