The Trueman Show

Toine Manders over Belasting, Vrijheid (van Meningsuiting) en Emigreren | The Trueman Show #240

Sep 4, 2025
In this discussion, Toine Manders, a libertarian fiscalist and advocate for limited government, dives into the morality of taxation, claiming it can be seen as 'organized robbery.' He argues that freedom of speech is under threat in Europe compared to the U.S., where government influences dissenting opinions. Toine emphasizes how the free market drives progress and alleviates poverty, highlighting historical examples. He also critiques government overreach and explores how beliefs are formed through education, impacting individual freedom and the migration decisions of entrepreneurs.
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INSIGHT

Small State, Big Prosperity

  • Toine Manders argues that a small federal state and strong individual rights drove US prosperity before 1913.
  • He links low taxes, decentralization and limited federal power to economic freedom and innovation.
ANECDOTE

Rotterdam 'Mosquito' Noise Example

  • Jorn describes Rotterdam using 'mosquito' sound devices to deter youth loitering, calling it bizarre.
  • Manders responds the real fix is privatization, not sound harassment tech.
INSIGHT

Privatize Public Space To Fix Nuisance

  • Manders says many urban problems arise in publicly owned spaces and would shrink if those spaces were privatized.
  • He promotes collective ownership by residents or businesses to increase responsibility and reduce nuisance.
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