# FreedomFest 2026: Why the “World’s Fair of Liberty” is More Urgent Than Ever

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Podcast: [Kerry Lutz's--Financial Survival Network](https://stenobird.com/podcast/kerry-lutz-s-financial-survival-network-1397813)
Published: 2026-03-26T18:38:19+00:00
Episode link: https://khlfsn.substack.com/p/freedomfest-2026-why-the-worlds-fair
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The battle lines are being drawn, and the clash of ideas is heating up. In a recent live interview on the Financial Survival Network , Kerry Lutz sat down with the legendary Mark Skousen —economist, author, and the mastermind behind FreedomFest —to discuss the state of global liberty, the “World’s Fair of Liberty,” and why the principles of Adam Smith are the only cure for a world teetering on the edge of economic and political chaos. The Renaissance of Liberty in Las Vegas As FreedomFest approaches its 20th anniversary , Skousen reflects on why he started what has become the world’s premier liberty conference. While other movements are organized and vocal, the “herd of cats” that makes up the freedom movement often lacks a central gathering point. “Why not have an annual get-together for three or four days? I chose Las Vegas because it’s the most libertarian city in the U.S. It’s ‘choose your own poison,’ but with top-tier restaurants and intellectual fire.” This isn’t just a political rally. It’s a Renaissance gathering featuring: * The Anthem Film Festival: Celebrating liberty through the lens of cinema. * The Mock Trial: This year’s trial focuses on the controversial role of ICE and immigration , with a jury selected directly from the open-minded attendees. * The M&M Boys: Mark Skousen and Mark Lichtenfeld providing hard-hitting financial and investment advice. Celebrating a Double Anniversary: 1776–2026 This year holds a special significance as the world celebrates the 250th anniversary of two pivotal documents: * Adam Smith’s The Wealth of Nations : The blueprint for economic freedom. * The Declaration of Independence: The foundation of political freedom. Skousen argues that you cannot have one without the other. Without economic freedom, political liberty is…

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