Bob Murphy Show Ep. 416 Adam Haman and Bob Murphy Respond to Jacob Hornberger on Immigration
Jun 12, 2025
Adam Haman, a Libertarian commentator and Substack writer, joins to debate Jacob Hornberger’s immigration critique. They tackle the complexities of immigration through a Libertarian lens, analyzing the contradictions in supporting private property rights while advocating for restrictive policies. The discussion includes hilarious anecdotes and thoughtful critiques of government intervention, exploring innovative, humane alternatives to current practices. They also emphasize the need for balancing personal freedoms with societal needs in crafting effective immigration policies.
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Government Controls Borders Now
- Current reality is government owns borders and enforces policies, regardless of ideals about privatization.
- Debates focus on what policies government should adopt, not ideal ownership scenarios.
Brothers' Ranches Border Example
- Jacob Hornberger illustrates border control limits with brothers owning adjacent ranches across the US-Mexico border.
- Government agents trespass on private property to enforce immigration laws, stopping innocent visits.
Policy Does Not Imply Police State
- Immigration policy does not require militarized enforcement or aggressive actions.
- Policy and enforcement methods are logically separate considerations.