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#13 Bruce Pardy - Exploring Political Labels and Libertarian Philosophy
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In this episode, host Shawn welcomes Bruce Pardy, a Professor of Law at Queen's University, as they delve into various political labels and philosophies within Canadian politics. They discuss the misalignment of political party names with their actual values and the definition of conservatism in Canada. Bruce critiques the underlying collectivism in conservative principles and emphasizes the importance of individual liberty, distinguishing between classical liberalism, libertarianism, and conservatism. The conversation also covers the potential for Alberta's independence, the role of morality in governance, and the limitations of laws. Finally, Bruce shares insights from his think tank, Rights Probe, and his Substack writings, advocating for a minimalist state that prioritizes non-coercion and individual freedom.
Book mentioned:
Ecolawgic: The Logic of Ecosystems and the Rule of Law
Ecolawgic: The Logic of Ecosystems and the Rule of Law, (Fifth Forum Press, 2015)
147 Pages Posted: 27 Sep 2015
00:00 Introduction: The Misleading Names of Canadian Political Parties
00:29 Guest Introduction: Bruce Pardy
00:57 Defining Conservatism in Canadian Politics
01:30 The Role of Socialized Medicine in Conservatism
03:30 Classical Liberalism vs. Conservatism
05:03 Libertarianism and the Use of Force
10:21 Government Propaganda and the Use of Tax Dollars
17:56 Libertarianism vs. Anarchism
23:26 The Role of Cultural Norms in Libertarianism
39:00 The Legitimacy of Laws and Libertarian Principles
41:39 Discussing Alberta's Independence
44:18 Historical Context of Prairie Provinces
44:44 Representation Issues in Canadian Politics
45:44 Quebec's Unique Position
51:07 Philosophical Debate on Beauty and Liberty
55:14 Critique of the Canadian Constitutional System
01:04:25 Libertarianism and Rights Probe
01:19:02 Concluding Thoughts on Governance and Liberty
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