
The Case for Open Borders (with Bryan Caplan & Zach Weinersmith)
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Bryan Caplan and Zach Weinersmith join the show today to talk about their non-ficton graphic novel; Open Borders: The Science and Ethics of Immigration.
American policy-makers have long been locked in a heated battle over whether, how many, and what kind of immigrants to allow to live and work in the country. Those in favor of welcoming more immigrants often cite humanitarian reasons, while those in favor of more restrictive laws argue the need to protect native citizens.
Why is immigration a horrible injustice that no one seems to be talking about? Why do we frame immigration as charity? How do you change people’s minds on immigration?
Further Reading:
Open Borders: The Science and Ethics of Immigration, written by Bryan Caplan
The Case against Education: Why the Education System Is a Waste of Time and Money, written by Bryan Caplan
The Myth of the Rational Voter, written by Bryan Caplan
Look to Milton: Open borders and the welfare state, written by Robert Rector
Related Content:
You Are Now Free to Move About the Planet, Free Thoughts Podcast
The Truth About Immigration, Free Thoughts Podcast
Myths and Facts of Immigration Policy, written by Alex Nowrasteh
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