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Originally Posted by wig
Hi Slav,
I guess someone would need to provide a definition first since there seems to be so many versions.
I think I can agree to the general idea of people being free to think and act in such ways as he/she likes as long as he/she respects the rights of other individuals.
I think in this sense I have a streak of libertarianism, but perhaps that's where it stops. I suppose someone could offer other attributes of libertarian thinking that I would subscribe to.
Contrariwise, radical dismantling of the government and regulation, a return to the gold standard, abolition of the FED in favor of crackpot alternatives, etc. are all lunacy, based mostly on conspiracy theory beliefs and/or sheer ignorance, IMHO.
I'm kind of a-political anyway -- meaning I don't know enough to hold a strong position or maintain any political alliance. I guess I'm the tired blend of fiscally conservative (in good times) and socially liberal, with a streak of libertarianism.
How about you?
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yeah i'm in agreement with you on all points.
I suspect libertarianism is kinda like the early conservative movement prior to Raegon. Most people dont understand what it stands for, but most are finding something they like about it. I once took an online test for libertarianism and i was way off, but i still find major aspects about it i like and support.
Fed, Treasury, Police, Fire should all stay as is, everything else can be privatized IMO