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To: rdb3
But my philosophy about libertarianism is that it, too, is a philosophy and can in no way be a self-sustaining political movement.

One must first realize that the term "libertarian" has been completely corrupted by the political party of the same name. However, let's take a look at the dictionary definition of the word...

1. One who advocates maximizing individual rights and minimizing the role of the state.

2. One who believes in free will.

While I admit that this type of politics is not commonly practiced in Washington these days, it could become a very viable, self-sustaining political movement. Maybe I'm overly optimistic and hopeful, but I feel that the Republican Liberty Caucus and Mike Pence's RSC are positioning themselves to make great strides in the next decade or so, and to finally put today's big-government school of thought to a rest.

28 posted on 10/05/2005 11:30:59 AM PDT by jmc813 (Bork Miers)
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jmc813 wrote:
Maybe I'm overly optimistic and hopeful, but I feel that the Republican Liberty Caucus and Mike Pence's RSC are positioning themselves to make great strides in the next decade or so, and to finally put today's big-government school of thought to a rest.



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30 posted on 10/05/2005 1:55:59 PM PDT by faireturn
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