Property and Freedom

In Part 1 economist Ronald W. Jones and historian Richard Pipes examine the historical and philosophical roots of property rights. Their conversation explores how ownership responsibility and liberty are connected—and why private property is essential to a free society.

Ronald W. Jones and Richard Pipes continue their wide-ranging discussion on property and freedom. In Part 2 they dive deeper into how ownership shapes political systems individual liberty and social responsibility—drawing connections between history and modern society.