Introduction
One: What Is Conservatism?
Two: What Is Libertarianism?
Three: What's Wrong with Conservatism: A Reply to Schlueter
Four: What's Wrong with Libertarianism: A Reply to Wenzel
Five: Libertarian Case Studies
Six: Conservative Case Studies
Seven: A Conservative's Conclusion (Schlueter)
Eight: A Libertarian's Conclusion (Wenzel)
Nathan W. Schlueter is Associate Professor of Philosophy and Religion at Hillsdale College.Nikolai G. Wenzel is a Research Fellow at the University of Paris Law School's Center for Law & Economics. Previously, he held the Wallace and Marion Reemelin Chair in Free-Market Economics at Hillsdale College and was Associate Professor of Economics at Flagler College.
"The American ethos is rooted in classical liberalism, which forms
the foundation for modern conservatives, libertarians, welfare
liberals—and their enduring debates. This dialogue between a
conservative political philosopher and a libertarian economist
illuminates the common ground and the profound disagreements among
people who share a common heritage."—David Boaz, Executive Vice
President, Cato Institute, and author of The Libertarian Mind
"Schlueter and Wenzel explore the conflict and kinship between
conservatism and libertarianism with a degree of scholarship that
shames the thin 'debate' foisted upon Americans by so many talking
heads. Their tenor of mutual respect sets a benchmark for future
meetings—or brawls—between our two tribes. Whether or not there can
ever be a fusion of these philosophies, their shared appreciation
for free people and free markets provides much common ground upon
which we might cooperate to preserve our traditions and our
liberty."—Jim DeMint, President, The Heritage Foundation
"American conservatism now faces a crack-up and realignment. Polls
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—Robert P. George, Princeton University
"Schlueter and Wenzel's intriguing book provides not only a useful
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conservatives and libertarians is now under threat."—Jason Brennan,
Georgetown University and author of Against Democracy
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