dianahsieh Posted October 3, 2013 Report Share Posted October 3, 2013 On Wednesday’s Philosophy in Action Radio, I interviewed Pacific Legal Foundation attorney Timothy Sandefur about “Occupational Licensing Versus the Right to Earn a Living.” The podcast of that episode is now available for streaming or downloading. You’ll find it on the episode’s archive page, as well as below. Remember, you can automatically download podcasts of Philosophy in Action Radio by subscribing to Philosophy in Action’s Podcast RSS Feed: Enhanced M4A Feed: Subscribe via iTunes or another podcast player Standard MP3 Feed: Subscribe via iTunes or another podcast player Podcast: Timothy Sandefur about “Occupational Licensing Versus the Right to Earn a Living” Many states require licenses to practice certain professions – from medicine to styling hair. What are the practical effects of such licensing requirements? Do they protect the public from quacks, as their defenders claim? Or do they violate a person’s right to earn a living, discourage entrepreneurs, promote poverty? How have the courts ruled on cases challenging licensing requirements? Timothy Sandefur is a Principal Attorney at the Pacific Legal Foundation. As the lead attorney in the Foundation’s Economic Liberty Project, he works to protect businesses against abusive government regulation, and has won important victories for free enterprise in California, Oregon, Missouri, and other states. He is the author of three books, Cornerstone of Liberty: Property Rights in 21st Century America (2006), The Right to Earn A Living: Economic Freedom And The Law (2010), and The Conscience of The Constitution: The Declaration of Independence And The Right to Liberty, which will appear in 2014. He has also published more than 45 scholarly articles on subjects ranging from property rights and economic freedom to intellectual property, evolution and creationism, slavery and the Civil War, and the political philosophy of Shakespeare and ancient Greek literature. He blogs at Freespace. Listen or Download: Duration: 1:07:34 Download: Standard MP3 File (23.2 MB) Topics: Occupational licensing Litigating cases of occupational licensing The source of licensing regulations The history of licensing regulations, particularly in California The casket industry and economic protectionism The bias against the underdog Burdens on rights Conservatives on occupational licensing Judicial restraint versus activism The rationale for occupational licensing The alternative of private market licenses Its actual effects of occupational licensing, particularly on the poor and entrepreneurs The right to earn a living The history of medical licensing Certificates of Need The work of the Pacific Legal Foundation Forthcoming book: “The Conscience of the Constitution” Article: “Love and Solipsism” Links: Timothy’s Blog: Freepsace Timothy’s Papers: SSRN Cornerstone of Liberty: Property Rights in 21st Century America by Timothy Sandefur (Kindle editon) The Right to Earn A Living: Economic Freedom And The Law by Timothy Sandefur (Kindle edition) The Conscience of The Constitution: The Declaration of Independence And The Right to Liberty by Timothy Sandefur CON Job: State “certificate of necessity” laws protect firms, not consumers by Timothy Sandefur Love and Solipsism: Law and Arbitrary Rule in Aeschylus, Shakespeare, Sophocles, and Anouilh by Timothy Sandefur Tags: Business, Constitution, History, Law, Politics, Regulations, Work Episode Sponsor This episode is sponsored the incomparable Audible.com. I’ve subscribed to Audible since 2005. With my “Platinum Annual Membership,” I enjoy 24 books per year for just under $10 per book. I read more books, thanks to Audible. I listen to books while in my car, as well as while cooking, cleaning, gardening, and more. I enjoy books more too, particularly fiction: a good reader adds a rich layer of color to the text. If you want to try the delights of listening to books, be sure to take advantage of our special podcast-only offer of free 30-day trial subscription. You’ll get a great deal, and you’ll support Philosophy in Action in the process. It’s a win-win – and I love that! About Philosophy in Action Radio Philosophy in Action Radio applies rational principles to the challenges of real life in live internet radio shows on Sunday mornings and Wednesday evenings. For information on upcoming shows, visit the Episodes on Tap. For podcasts of past shows, visit the Show Archives. Remember, Philosophy in Action Radio is available to anyone, free of charge. That’s because our goal is to spread rational principles for real life far and wide, as we do every week to thousands of listeners. We love doing that, but each episode requires our time, effort, and money. So if you enjoy and value our work, please contribute to our tip jar. We suggest $5 per episode or $20 per month, but any amount is appreciated. You can send your contribution via Dwolla, PayPal, or US Mail. Link to Original Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
softwareNerd Posted July 5, 2014 Report Share Posted July 5, 2014 Digital versions of Sandefur's book "Conscience of the Constitution" are available for $2 this Independence Day weekend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.