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01/20/2025

A reminder on how to find Alberta sugar as you start your holiday baking.

12/31/2024

The Chainsaw Maestro: Javier Milei's Libertarian Populist Symphony in Argentina

In the land where tango meets economic despair, a new political rockstar has emerged, carrying not a guitar but a chainsaw. Javier Milei, the economist with a flair for the dramatic, has not only danced into the presidential palace but has also swung his chainsaw at the very fabric of Argentine politics. This isn't just any political upheaval; it's a libertarian populist concert with Milei as the headliner.

The Chainsaw Maestro: Javier Milei's Libertarian Populist Symphony in Argentina In the land where tango meets economic despair, a new political rockstar has emerged, carrying not a guitar but a chainsaw. Javier Milei, th...

12/20/2024

12/20/2024

Trust the government at your own risk.

Truer words have never been spoken.

12/20/2024

Canadian Libertarians should be voting for People's Party of Canada or Libertarian Party of Canada - Parti Libertarien du Canada. Poilievre had all the votes he needs.

A great argument by The New Right everyone should ponder: “If enough people vote for what they genuinely believe in, regardless of the fear of splitting votes, it sends a strong message to all parties about the public's priorities. This can shift political landscapes more effectively than strategic voting ever could. When a third party like the PPC gains significant votes, it forces the major parties to reevaluate their platforms to capture those voters in future elections.”

12/20/2024

"But who would police the streets in an anarchist society?"

Those answers and more can be found in "Democracy: The Good That Failed" by Hand Herman Hoppe.

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This book was an eye opener to the existence of different systems that could replace our current monopolistic governance systems. It's hard to imagine a system other then the one you already live within much less anothe...

12/09/2024

The "Don't Tread on Me" flag, also known as the Gadsden flag, has its roots in the American Revolution. Here is a detailed overview of its origin:

Design and Symbolism: Designed in 1775 by Christopher Gadsden, a South Carolina delegate to the Continental Congress and a brigadier general in the Continental Army, the flag features a yellow field with a coiled timber rattlesnake ready to strike and the words "Don't Tread on Me" or "DONT TREAD ON ME" underneath. The rattlesnake was an emblem of America at the time, symbolizing...

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The "Don't Tread on Me" flag, also known as the Gadsden flag, has its roots in the American Revolution. Here is a detailed overview of its origin:

12/04/2024

What is a Libertarian?

Libertarian philosophy, rooted in the principles of individual liberty, free markets, and minimal government intervention, has gained prominence in political discourse. Advocates of libertarianism argue for a society where personal freedom and voluntary interactions are paramount, envisioning a world where individuals have the autonomy to shape their lives without undue interference from the state.

1. Individual Liberty as the Core Principle:

At the heart of libertarian philosophy lies a steadfast commitment to individual liberty. Libertarians assert that individuals have inherent rights to life, liberty, and property. This foundational principle implies that people are free to pursue their goals, make choices, and live according to their values without infringing on the rights of others.

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12/03/2024

Hans-Hermann Hoppe's concept of private law societies, as discussed in various works including "Democracy: The God That Failed," is a philosophical and economic argument for a society where governance, law, and protection services are provided through private, competitive entities rather than by a monopolistic state. Here's an expansion on this idea:

Key Elements of Private Law Societies:

Voluntary Contracts:
In a private law society, every interaction and relationship would be based on voluntary contracts. This includes contracts for protection, arbitration of disputes, and even contracts defining property rights. These contracts would be freely entered into by individuals or entities, with terms that all parties agree upon.

Decentralized Legal Systems:
Rather than having a single legal code imposed by a central government, there would be multiple legal systems or codes operated by different agencies. Individuals could choose which legal system to subscribe to based on their preferences for rules, enforcement methods, and the reputation of the legal service provider.

Competition Among Protection Agencies:
Protection, traditionally provided by the state's police force, would be offered by...

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12/03/2024

8 Things You Can do to Get Active

1. Pay attention to where and how you spend your money. Is your money going to support companies that don't care about you? Are they destroying the environment, killing animals, treating your friends who work for them like s**t? Are they trying as hard as they can to sell you a product that gives you cancer? Are their advertisements designed to manipulate you, to make you feel insecure or make their product seem like more than it really is? You don't need to give those motherf your money! ...

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12/02/2024

Conservatives and Liberals Should Find Libertarianism Appealing

Picture this: a world where conservatives can keep their government small enough to drown in a bathtub, and liberals can smoke pot while reading Ayn Rand, all while agreeing on something for once. Libertarianism offers a bit of a political kumbaya:

Conservatives love the idea of the free market? Libertarians want to take it to the extreme with minimal government interference. Imagine a land where taxes are low, regulation is lower, and the invisible hand of the market isn't just invisible, it's practically non-existent.

Libertarianism is like conservatism on steroids when it comes to personal responsibility. No nanny state telling you what to do or not do with your life or your money. Think of it as a system where the motto could be, "If you screw up, it's on you, but hey, at least there's no government to blame!"

You want the government out of your bedroom, your wallet, and your business? Libertarians are like the ultimate...

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12/01/2024

Pierre Poilievre, the leader of the Conservative Party of Canada, has outlined several key policy areas and initiatives. Here's an overview of his policies:

Economic Policies:

Tax Reform: Poilievre has proposed assembling a task force to overhaul the tax system within 60 days of taking power, aiming to balance the budget, reduce deficits, and potentially close loopholes and simplify tax brackets.

Carbon Tax: He has promised to cancel Ottawa's carbon tax on consumer goods, suggesting instead a reliance on technology to address greenhouse gas emissions without further policy specifics.

Housing: His plan includes measures like withholding federal housing funds from cities that do not increase home building by 15% annually, selling federal buildings for housing development, and incentivizing quicker permitting processes.

Public Safety and Justice:...

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Pierre Poilievre, the leader of the Conservative Party of Canada, has outlined several key policy areas and initiatives. Here's an overview of his policies: