The Voluntaryist Constitution
A theoretical framework for constitutional governance based on voluntary association, consent, and the protection of individual rights.
Trace this topic across long-form essays, field notes, projects, and the reading list.
Matt Zwolinski & John Tomasi / 2023
Calvin Duke / 2021
Gregory Salmieri & Robert Mayhew / 2019
Travis J.I. Corcoran / 2017
Tom W. Bell / 2017
The best book on special economic zones and competitive governance. Bell's legal framework for 'special jurisdictions' directly shaped my work at Próspera.
Don Watkins & Yaron Brook / 2016
Tom Woods / 2014
Michael Huemer / 2012
A rigorous philosophical examination of why governments claim authority and whether those claims are justified. Changed how I think about legitimacy.
Ron Paul / 2011
Robert A. Levy & William Mellor / 2008
N. Stephan Kinsella / 2008
Paul Rosenberg / 2007
Murray N. Rothbard / 1974
Murray N. Rothbard / 1973
The libertarian manifesto. Rothbard systematically applies property rights and non-aggression to every area of society—radical, uncompromising, and thrilling to read.
Ayn Rand / 1957
Frederic Bastiat / 1850