Both Austrian School economist Ludwig von Mises and Catholic theologian and philosopher Dietrich von Hildebrand served in the army during World War I, fled Europe during the rise of National Socialism, and ended up teaching at universities in New York City. Their courage, originality, intellects, and profound works still provide much wisdom and inspiration.
Robert Higgs is Retired Senior Fellow in Political Economy, Founding Editor and former Editor at Large of The Independent Review.
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Other Independent Review articles by Robert Higgs
Fall 2019 Pressure-Release Valves in Participatory Fascism
Winter 2018/19 Two Worlds: Politics and Everything Else
Fall 2018 Against the Whole Concept and Construction of the Balance of International Payments
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