The Risks of Treating Cartels as Terrorist Organizations – A Conversation with Brandan P. Buck

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In this episode of The Rational Egoist, Michael Liebowitz speaks with Brandan P. Buck, Foreign Policy Research Fellow and historian at the Cato Institute, about the growing calls to designate drug cartels as terrorist organizations. Drawing from his extensive background—which includes military service, intelligence analysis, and a Ph.D. in history—Buck outlines the potential unintended consequences of such a policy shift. They explore the legal, strategic, and diplomatic ramifications, as well as the historical context of U.S. foreign and domestic responses to organized crime. This episode offers a critical and informed look at a controversial proposal with far-reaching implications.

Michael Leibowitz, host of The Rational Egoist podcast, is a philosopher and political activist who draws inspiration from Ayn Rand’s philosophy, advocating for reason, rational self-interest, and individualism. His journey from a 25-year prison sentence to a prominent voice in the libertarian and Objectivist communities highlights the transformative impact of embracing these principles. Leibowitz actively participates in political debates and produces content aimed at promoting individual rights and freedoms. He is the co-author of “Down the Rabbit Hole: How the Culture of Correction Encourages Crime” and “View from a Cage: From Convict to Crusader for Liberty,” which explore societal issues and his personal evolution through Rand’s teachings.

Explore his work and journey further through his books:

“Down the Rabbit Hole”: https://www.amazon.com.au/Down-Rabbit-Hole-Corrections-Encourages/dp/197448064X

“View from a Cage”: https://books2read.com/u/4jN6xj

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