Samuel Hammond - Liberal Currents

Socialism and Liberalism: A Path Towards Estrangement’s End

Thinkers in both “camps” have not only challenged the underlying idea of the split but created theory that unified both liberal and socialist principles.

Silvaria Lysandra Zemaitis May 13, 2026

Tradwives, Dependas, and the Politics of Degradation

The tradwife aesthetic valorizes submission and then withholds dignity from those who submit.

Steve Kennedy May 12, 2026

Proportional Representation Would Fix That

We can change the structure of elections in America to make them more free, more democratic, and more fair to every voter. Here's how.

Dennis Lytton May 11, 2026

Samuel Hammond is a Poverty and Welfare Policy Analyst at the Niskanen Center.

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The Game Theory of Why We Should Believe Allegations of Sexual Misconduct

The importance of believing the victims of sexual misconduct prior to, and even in lieu of, hard evidence in support

Samuel Hammond Nov 28, 2017

LC Podcast #2: Sam Hammond on Capitalism and Social Justice

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Jason Briggeman, Samuel Hammond Aug 10, 2017

Sorry, Pepsi Haters, But Social Justice Needs Capitalism

Last week’s backlash to the Pepsi ad featuring Kendall Jenner and an army of hipster-looking protesters was fast and

Samuel Hammond Apr 10, 2017