The Libertarian

The Libertarian: Land Use And The Little Guy

How big-city regulators impede growth, exploit citizens, and cater to powerful interests.

The Libertarian•July 31, 2019
The Libertarian: Land Use And The Little Guy

Richard Epstein uses new cases from Chicago and San Diego — in both of which he is serving as counsel — to illustrate how government land use regulations often serve the desires of powerful interests while harming everyday citizens.

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Richard A. Epstein

Richard A. Epstein

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