Aaron Sobczak

Aaron Sobczak holds an M.A. in Public Policy with an emphasis on International Policy. He has written for various outlets, and especially enjoys researching topics related to international law, American History, and public choice. He is currently part of the Mises Institute's apprenticeship program. Aaron lives in Lynchburg, Virginia with his wife.

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Does Libertarianism Reject Communities? Libertarianism Actually Strengthens Them

04/24/2024 Mises Wire Aaron Sobczak

Many opponents of libertarianism claim to reject its philosophy because of its extreme individualist tendencies or because they believe it encourages selfishness. While there are libertarians who are...

Social Security and the Decline of the Employer Pension System

04/17/2024 Mises Wire Aaron Sobczak

The Social Security Act is considered the first federal social welfare program in American history, being signed into law by President Franklin Roosevelt in 1935. American government pensions have...

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