In this best of Moore Money, Steve Moore explores the intersection of geopolitics, energy independence, and free-market principles during a period of global instability. The broadcast centers on the economic ramifications of a conflict in the Middle East, specifically the closure of the Straits of Hormuz, which has driven oil prices toward a staggering $100 per barrel. Moore argues that while the United States has achieved a historic milestone as a net exporter of energy, the global nature of oil commodities means domestic consumers are still vulnerable to inflationary pressures caused by foreign supply disruptions. Through interviews with financial experts like Rob Arnott and political figures like Bob Livingston, the he critiques interventionist fiscal policies and "lawfare," advocating instead for the libertarian ideals found in Adam Smith’s The Wealth of Nations.
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