The Tom Woods Show Ep. 2695 Libertarians Debate Israel/Palestine: Jacob Hornberger vs. Walter Block
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Sep 27, 2025 
Jacob Hornberger, President of the Future of Freedom Foundation and a prominent libertarian voice, debates Walter Block, an economics professor and anarcho-capitalist, about Israel/Palestine policies. Hornberger argues that Block's defense of Israel undermines libertarian principles. Block counters by referencing property rights and historical claims. The conversation explores self-defense, civilian harm in conflicts, and the implications of post-attack responses. Both guests advocate for open dialogue within the libertarian community despite facing ostracism.
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Libertarian Principles Versus Exceptionalism
- Jacob Hornberger argues defending Israel as an exception undermines core libertarian principles about government and individual rights.
- He claims Walter Block's stance damages the libertarian brand by endorsing a tyrannical, collectivist regime.
Homesteading And Historical Claim
- Walter Block bases his defense of Israeli claims on homesteading and historical Jewish presence in the land.
- He treats archaeological depth and continuity as evidence that Jews are the rightful owners of contested territory.
Hamas' Actions As Central Moral Issue
- Walter argues Hamas committed genocide on October 7 by targeting civilians in festivals and settlements.
- He frames Hamas as the primary moral culprit for civilian deaths resulting from their tactics.
