Is the Government Allowed to Torture You? The Truth About the Eighth Amendment

Think the Eighth Amendment is just about the death penalty? Think again. From bail that breaks the bank to civil asset forfeiture that feels like legalized theft, we break down how this amendment protects you from government abuse—and why it still matters.

In this episode of Are You Smarter Than a Libertarian, Jeff takes you on a no-BS tour of excessive bail, excessive fines, and cruel and unusual punishment. From colonial branding irons to modern prison abuse, it's all here.

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