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The Cost of Dreams & The Price of Happiness

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In this episode, James Just and Jason McPhee tackle the theme of American Unhappiness. We’ll explore the soaring costs of college education, with some institutions charging up to $95K, and discuss whether financial aid is enough to soften the blow. We’ll also examine Gen Z’s skepticism about the value of higher education, as even prestigious universities like Harvard see a drop in admissions. The conversation will then shift to international relations, highlighting how trade can be a peacekeeping force. Back home, we scrutinize the state of higher education through the lens of West Virginia University’s controversies. Additionally, we’ll dissect Tara D. Sonenshine’s opinion on the roots of American discontent and debate the role of social media in mental health. Lastly, we’ll delve into the FBI’s scrutiny of social media activity. Join us for a critical analysis of the factors contributing to national dissatisfaction and the search for contentment in today’s society.

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Hypocrisy’s Fallout & Policy Repercussions

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Join James Just and Jason McPhee in this live episode of Libertarian Counterpoint as we delve into the consequences of hypocrisy in current events and policies. We’ll discuss the backlash against the Annual Firearm Registration Bill as its committee hearing looms, and examine the implications of Gavin Newsom’s restaurant offering a $16 hourly wage. From international relations to California’s struggling job market, we explore the pursuit of peace and economic challenges. Plus, we question if Telegram poses a national security threat and ponder the paradoxical views on the Deep State. Finally, we’ll analyze the shift from nuclear energy to fossil fuels and the media’s reaction. Don’t miss this critical examination of hypocrisy’s impact on society and governance.

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Eco Extremism and Free Speech

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In this episode of Libertarian Counterpoint 1701, hosts James Just and John Cameron delve into the controversial realm of Eco Extremism. They discuss the implications of California’s new fast food labor law carveouts, the potential censorship scheme pioneered by the US Government and Stanford, and the provocative comment by Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson regarding the First Amendment. The conversation also covers Canada’s proposed pre-crime imprisonment law, the Biden-Harris administration’s daycare policies, California’s job market discrepancies, and the state’s intervention in home sellers’ profits.

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California’s Economic and Cultural Collapse: Who’s to Blame?

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In this episode of Libertarian Counterpoint, James Just and Jason McPhee discuss the latest news and events that affect the freedom and prosperity of Californians. They analyze the root causes and consequences of California’s problems, such as homelessness, crime, taxes, measles, and airline bankruptcy. Tune in to hear their insightful and provocative commentary on the issues that matter.

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Your Rights Against the State, the DNC, the Unions, and Media

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In this episode of Libertarian Counterpoint, James Just, John Cameron, and Richard Fields discuss the following topics:

  • How state governments are violating the rights of their citizens in various areas, such as voting, guns, abortion, speech, and privacy, and why we need to resist their tyranny.
  • How the DNC is trying to manipulate the primary process by pressuring New Hampshire democrats to change their primary date, and why this shows the corruption and hypocrisy of the Democratic Party.
  • How big labor unions are lying to their members and the public about their political activities, and why we need to end the practice of forced union dues and support workers’ freedom of choice.
  • How the mainstream media is fueling the outrage culture and polarizing the society, and why we need to be more skeptical and critical of their biased narratives and agendas.
  • How the horseshoe theory of politics explains the similarities between the far-left and the far-right, and why we need to reject both extremes and embrace the libertarian principles of individual liberty and limited government.

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