Samuel Gregg

In this conversation, Samuel Gregg, Director of Research at the Acton Institute and author of "The Essential Natural Law," delves into the core principles of natural law and their historical roots. He discusses how natural law shapes our understanding of justice, human rights, and economics, linking philosophical traditions to modern challenges. Gregg also highlights St. Thomas Aquinas's lasting impact on moral dilemmas and underscores the relevance of natural law in fostering human flourishing, making moral guidance accessible to all.

Join Dr. Samuel Gregg, the Friedrich Hayek Chair in Economics and a political economy expert from Oxford, as he unpacks the complexities of industrial policy. He challenges misconceptions about taxation and the so-called 'China shock,' arguing that job losses are often overstated. Gregg emphasizes the importance of deregulation for the semiconductor industry and critiques the failures of industrial policies in various regions. He also stresses the critical role of price theory in economic education and its impact on inflation and taxation.

Michael Matheson Miller is a Senior Research Fellow at the Acton Institute and author of 'The Poverty Pyramid Scheme,' while Samuel Gregg is a Distinguished Fellow in Political Economy. They tackle the complex nature of poverty, emphasizing it as a lack of just institutions rather than just resources. They critique top-down foreign aid models and stress the importance of local dynamics for prosperity. The discussion also touches on cultural contexts affecting poverty alleviation and examines the interplay between poverty and social capital, advocating for holistic solutions.