Libertarian Counterpoint

Join hosts James Just and Alexander Vasquez as they tackle the week’s hottest topics: a Milwaukee judge’s immigration standoff, ethics woes for Letitia James, bias scandals at Harvard, California’s neo-feudal nightmare under Gavin Newsom, student aid fraud, the EU’s free speech crackdown, and the Sacramento Zoo’s expansion halt. Plus, a special segment on ‘Liberation Day’ – don’t miss it!

LIVE on 4/17/2025, James Just and John Cameron dive into Libertarian Counterpoint 1753! They unpack the feminist backlash against space exploration, celebrate "Liberation Day" from the fields, and explore California voters' growing Trump-resistance fatigue. Plus, debates on endangered species rule changes, public broadcaster subsidy cuts, a UK pub banter crackdown, and the gig econom...

James Just and John Cameron dive into the latest headlines with a libertarian twist. They unpack Los Angeles’ sluggish rebuilding efforts—only four permits issued in 75 days—Hillary Clinton’s take on Trump’s Signal chats, and RFK Jr.’s eccentric policy moves sparking health agency layoffs. Plus, Joe Rogan’s surprising split with Trump over deportations, a House bill targeting foreign funding in ed...

Join us as we delve into Europe’s critical decision on balancing military spending ("guns") versus social welfare ("butter") and what it portends for the continent’s economic future, especially with Germany’s debt brake snapping. We also explore the groundbreaking federal appeals court ruling that art created autonomously by AI cannot be copyrighted, raising big questions about...

In this episode, James Just and John Cameron tackle the economic and security implications of Trump's tariff policies and the recent attacks on Tesla facilities with Molotov cocktails, arson, and graffiti. We also discuss the potential dismantling of the Education Department via a new executive order and what the release of JFK assassination files means for government transparency. Plus, we ex...

James Just and Alexander Vazquez delve into Emmanuel Macron's call for Europe to defend Ukraine without U.S. assistance and Germany's sharp rightward political turn. They explore the Trump administration's DEI reporting portal, the effectiveness of economic blackouts and boycotts, and Americans' evolving views on the news media. Plus, insights into the housing market slump, FCC tro...

James Just and Alexander Vazquez dissect California Governor Gavin Newsom's latest directives, including his push to bring state workers back to offices and his new homeless accountability website. They explore the implications of Bezos' ventures on personal liberties and free markets, unravel the $20 billion slush fund fueling progressive nonprofits, and examine the corruption tied to fed...

In this episode of Libertarian Counterpoint, James Just and Alexander Vazquez dive into the latest headlines. They discuss the impeachment calls against Argentina's president following a crypto crash, California senators grilling CPUC over multiple PG&E rate hikes, and the challenges Amazon union organizers face after a North Carolina election loss. They also explore the impact of ideologi...

In this episode of Libertarian Counterpoint, hosts James Just and Alexander Vazquez delve into a series of pressing issues. Sacramento mayoral candidate Flo Cofer shares details of an alleged bribery call that has stirred local politics. The "From the Fields" segment tackles the impact of tariffs on agriculture. The discussion then shifts to international affairs, with Europe seeking a r...

Join hosts James Just and John Cameron on Libertarian Counterpoint as they delve into the latest global and local political and economic events. From the push for digital IDs by global elites to prevent populist victories, to the heated battle over electric vehicles in California, this episode covers it all. Other hot topics include the political turmoil threatening Britain's energy security,...

James Just and John Cameron discuss the establishment commentariat's struggles, the resignation of the Libertarian chair under an embezzling cloud to join the Trump administration, the potential constitutional crisis surrounding DOGE, the Trump administration's possible shutdown of USAID, Argentina's withdrawal from the WHO, the DNC's new leader after the 2024 election disappointme...

In this episode of Libertarian Counterpoint, James Just, John Cameron, and Richard Fields dive into the latest headlines and their implications for libertarians. They discuss Trump's controversial pardon of the founder of a drug marketplace, the temporary block on Trump's birthright citizenship executive order, and the increasing prevalence of government by executive orders. The hosts also...

Join James Just and John Cameron as they delve into the latest budget controversies, dissect Jimmy Carter's complex legacy, and critique the current administration's policies. From government giveaways to improper payments, and the Social Security Fairness Act, this episode covers it all. Plus, a look at how US newspapers are rewriting history and the return of the Tiger Mother.

In this episode of Libertarian Counterpoint, James Just and John Cameron delve into the latest issues affecting our world. They discuss the ongoing California fires and the role of private firefighters, Meta's decision to end its fact-checking program in the US and introduce X-Style Community Notes, and a Nevada judge's ruling against police using a loophole to bypass civil asset forfeitur...

In this episode of Libertarian Counterpoint, Richard Fields interviews Doug Barbieri, an expat living in Argentina. They discuss Argentina's political landscape under PM Javier Milei, the country's unexpected economic growth, and its ambitious nuclear program linked to AI development.

Javier Milei, Argentina’s first self-described libertarian president, has implemented radical economic reforms during his first year in office. These reforms, characterized by drastic public spending cuts, deregulation, and a pivot towards Western alliances, have yielded mixed results. While inflation has fallen significantly, concerns remain about the long-term economic and social consequences of...

Join James Just and John Cameron in this live episode of Libertarian Counterpoint as they delve into Canada's political crisis and the options facing PM Justin Trudeau. They also discuss the rise of political vigilante justice, the urgent need for a national conversation about left-wing violence, and a shocking case where an AI chatbot suggested a teenager could kill his parents. Plus, they cover...

In this episode of Libertarian Counterpoint, James Just and John Cameron delve into the political upheavals in Germany and France, the backlash against governing parties in Africa, and the ongoing battle between Trump's appointments and the deep state. They also explore the contrasting austerity measures of Donald Trump and Javier Milei, the negative impacts of the informal economy, media overreac...

In this episode of Libertarian Counterpoint, hosts James Just and John Cameron tackle a range of pressing issues. They delve into President Biden's controversial pardon of his son Hunter, dissect California's legislative session aimed at countering Trump, and discuss the alarming proximity of humanity to World War III. The episode also explores the U.S. funding of police brutality in Brazil, Justi...

Join James Just and John Cameron as they discuss how Musk and Ramaswamy plan to leverage Supreme Court rulings to cut US agencies. They also delve into the latest "Ten Thousand Commandments 2024" report, Trump's proposed appointments, and the US regulators' move to break up Google. Additionally, they cover the 18-state lawsuit against the SEC over alleged unlawful crypto regulation, Australia's pr...

This week on Libertarian Counterpoint, James Just and John Cameron discuss the Sacramento City Council's unanimous approval of a $46 million revitalization plan for the Old Sacramento Waterfront, the controversial Railyards stadium project, and the ongoing war in Ukraine. We'll also examine the backlash against a police probe of Telegraph writer Allison Pearson, the Pentagon's seventh consecutive...

In this thought-provoking episode of Libertarian Counterpoint, airing on November 14, 2024, hosts James Just and John Cameron dive deep into the current state of the Democratic Party. They explore themes of self-reflection versus self-victimization in light of recent electoral outcomes. The discussion turns to the role of the mainstream media as they examine whether it truly emerged as the loser o...

In this live episode of Libertarian Counterpoint, James Just and John Cameron discuss the 2024 US presidential election results, where Donald Trump wins again, and the implications for the country. They also touch on the Libertarian Party's underperformance and other election-related news.

In this episode of Libertarian Counterpoint 1728, hosts James Just and Alexander Vasquez dissect the post-Sacramento Mayoral debate. They also delve into various California propositions,

On this episode of Libertarian Counterpoint, hosts James Just and John Cameron delve into a range of topics. They discuss the Teamsters' decision not to endorse any election candidate, despite claiming majority support for Trump. The Chancellor's state of the schools address is critiqued, and the impact of a Trump judge's ruling on the Labor Board's constitutionality is analyzed. The hosts also ex...