Episode 104: Robert Nozick’s Libertarianism

Stephen Metcalf, guest on the moral limits on government power, joins the hosts to analyze Robert Nozick's libertarianism. They discuss Nozick's arguments against utilitarianism, the historical context of libertarian arguments, the principle of rectification, and the concept of protection in relation to a minimalist state. They also explore distributing surplus value in a cooperative environment and delve into Nozick's criticisms of utilitarianism. Plus, they express gratitude, engage in banter, and provide information on upcoming topics.