Ben Shelton

Ben Shelton

Policy Associate

ben@libertas.org

Ben was a Policy Associate at Libertas Institute.

Ben Shelton's Articles

A conviction in one’s past should not be a nearly insurmountable roadblock to a prosperous future.
The America everyone idealizes is not just a dream; it's a promise this country has made. 
A conviction in one’s past should not be a nearly insurmountable roadblock to a prosperous future.
While pay raises may provide a short-term solution, it may not address the root cause of the problem.
Occupational licensing has become a major barrier to entry for many workers in the United States, preventing them from using their skills and experience to make a living. Thankfully, some states are taking steps to address this issue.
Recent developments in California and Canada demonstrate that the dangers of occupational licensing may go beyond just economic consequences and may pose a threat to free speech.