James Bovard
Libertarian author and journalist focused on civil liberties, government overreach, and public policy; frequent contributor to the Mises Institute and author of commentary on welfare and federal programs.
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Nov 13, 2025 • 12min
Food Stamps and the Federal War on Self-Reliance
In this discussion, James Bovard, a prominent libertarian author and journalist, delves into the intricate evolution of the food stamp program. He critiques how politicians have exploited dependency to expand federal control. Bovard reveals the historical context, from Nixon's ambitious food aid initiatives to modern outreach strategies targeting reluctant recipients. He highlights the dangers of increased enrollment statistics in justifying government intervention, ultimately advocating for reducing reliance on federal assistance to curb governmental overreach.
Dec 21, 2023 • 41min
Ep. 2432 That Police Dog Isn't Your Friend, and More Revelations from James Bovard
In this episode, Tom Woods interviews James Bovard, an outstanding libertarian journalist. They discuss topics such as police dogs as probable cause, disability lawsuits and perverse incentives, the influence of government schools, data privacy, occupational licensing as a barrier to entry, and the hidden agendas behind government licensing. They also explore examples of government negligence and corruption, including the devaluation of the dollar and the negative impact of red light cameras.
