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Atlas Scowled Mightily

killdevil — Mon, 11 May 2009 15:06:31 -0800

What single book presents the most forceful argument against both Randian Objectivism and the libertarian political philosophy that presents itself (in some ways, at least) as having followed naturally from Rand's ideas? A friend of mine has just soldiered his way through Atlas Shrugged and would like to read something else as a counterpoint to Rand. Somewhat offhandedly, he mentioned the Communist Manifesto, but I don't think that's particularly apt. Ideas?

The Books & Mortar of Libertarianism

dead_ — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 14:49:17 -0800

Which books comprise the canon of libertarian philosophy? I'm looking for titles, authors and links. I hope this isn't too broad. Thank you for your help!

Financial crisis: Government intervention or free-market-pain?

chefscotticus — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 19:03:32 -0800

Current_financial _crisisFilter: Where can I read the single best arguments for government intervention to rescue the financial markets and economy, and the single best argument for zero/minimal government intervention in this current financial crisis? (Looking for links to articles, blog posts, etc -- not opinions -- from MeFites...)

The most Libertarian place on Earth

clango — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 09:11:28 -0800

If I really wanted to "live free or die," what country/city/region is my best option? Assuming a normal human life with normal services* without purchasing a farm, where does a person on Earth have the most rights? (Electricity, running water, food, internet)

Political Theory

aetg — Wed, 15 Aug 2007 19:38:31 -0800

Political filter: Question about libertarian belief and the government vs big business I have always identified with the libertarian view of individual freedoms, but I am confused about the free market portion. Libertarians: why is governmental control of business bad? Won't the business take over control if the government steps aside? Is politics even considered this way in the libertarian circle?

Please no conversions one way or another. I am merely trying to understand other viewpoints.

Good Political Internet Forums

Maia — Sat, 11 Nov 2006 18:28:04 -0800

What are some good online forums to talk about/debate politics on?

How many Libertarians are there?

joshuaconner — Thu, 30 Jun 2005 19:21:46 -0800

Which state has the most (big "L") Libertarians? What I'm hoping for is a breakdown, state by state, of how many people are registered in each political party. Failing that, a list of roughly how many Libertarians are registered in each state.

Libertarian Governments around the World

madman — Thu, 04 Nov 2004 10:49:09 -0800

Which countries in the world have the most libertarian governments (or come closest to it)?