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Episode 8 – Libertarians Avoid the Immigration Issue
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Libertarians are fantastic on many issues. We can persuade a lot of people by being knowledgeable about economic issues and by making common sense arguments in favor of freedom over coercion. However, one topic that libertarians consistently avoid is the immigration issue. I know I am sometimes guilty of taking a bit of a cop-out position on immigration: if we abolish the welfare state, I would be in favor of open borders. However, in the real world, the welfare state is not going anywhere. We need to have a stance on immigration that exists in the real world, a world in which welfare programs exist. My pragmatic position on immigration is that we need to encourage the most skilled and talented immigrants to come to the United States. Also, the ability to assimilate culturally should be taken into account. Until we attack the larger issue of the welfare state, this is the most realistic solution that aligns with libertarian beliefs. Unrestricted immigration can destroy a nation with a generous welfare state, while no immigration at all causes a nation to become stagnant. The most benefit from immigration comes from encouraging talented, skilled immigrants that are willing to assimilate culturally into the country.
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