January 7, 2008 The Objectivist, the Praxeologist and the Individual
In a recent article titled “Praxeology – The Science of Human Action” I laid down the foundations of this vitally important science of economic theory. I also covered the axiomatic concepts of Objectivism. Although there are some differences in the epistemology (the theory and origins of knowledge) of Praxeology and Objectivism they are closely inter-related. They both realize--[read full article] |
December 17, 2008 Government Interventionism Run Amuck – The Destruction of the World Economy
A person acting out of panic and desperation doesn’t usually achieve the desired results. In fact he achieves results that are contrary to his best interest. Tragically our economy is in the hands of the panic-stricken supporters of Keynesian economics—the economics of inflation. And in their attempt to "stimulate" the economy they are acting with a confused state of mind. They have run amuck in their---[read full article] |
December 01, 2008 Praxeology – The Science of Human Action
Regardless what socialists and government interventionists claim; there is only one valid school of economic theory. It is praxeology, the science of human action. It is a deductive science that reasons from a priori principles. Of course, since it is the science of human action, its starting point in all analysis of market phenomena is the individual.---[read full article] |
November 18, 2008 The True Patriot of The American Way
New Webster’s Dictionary definition of a "patriot" is: a person who loves his country and zealously defends its interests. Relying on the accuracy of this definition it appears that in reality, liberty violators have perverted the meaning of a "patriot" to read as follows. A patriot is a person who loves---[read full article] |
November 03, 2008 Escaping the Abyss of Economic Chaos
You’ve heard the saying "No news is good news." Unfortunately we probably won’t get to experience the peace of mind that comes from this non-occurrence because our political and financial leaders continue to blithely ignore sound economic principles. What is the lone individual----?[read full article] |
October 17, 2008 The Failure of Government Interventionism – Hail, Hail Unhampered Capitalism
The Failure of Government Interventionism – Hail, Hail Unhampered Capitalism---[read full article] |
October 3, 2008 Vice, Voluntary Exchanges and the Absolute Moralist
Your morals are in your pants. At least that’s what the Absolute Moralist would have you believe. It is apparent that when people discuss moral principles and complain about the activities of others---[read full article] |
September 18, 2008 The Pleasure Principle – The Libertarian Way
I believe we can honestly state people are seeking pleasure in a myriad of ways. Most are aware of the physical pleasures and pursue these with a passion. Others are aware that pleasure is also mental and emotional. Individuals in their obtainment of higher awareness claim to have discovered the ecstasies of the spirit. Do most individuals experience pleasure as if there is a division between the body, mind and spirit or---?[read full article] |
September 04, 2008: Government Interventionism – Part 4 – Envy, Hate and Destruction
The science of human action (praxeology) and its better-known part economics conclusively proves that all forms of interference with the marketplace is self-defeating and doomed to failure. Still, so-called “intellectuals” continue to be hard-core supporters and initiators of government "solutions" to our economic woes. And tragically, they have convinced the---[read full article] |
August 22, 2008: The Protection Packet – 6 Steps to Protect You from Economic Chaos
It is obvious that economic chaos is upon us. In what form it will manifest is difficult to ascertain. It could arrive in the form of hyperinflation, or a deflationary collapse or maybe a slow torturous decline. An unknown event could trigger it. Regardless you can--[read full article] |
August 14, 2008: Government Interventionism - Part 3 - Why It Doesn’t Work
Most people are painfully aware that there is something seriously wrong with our economy. It is apparent to even the dullest individuals that these are difficult times. Unfortunately economic quackery is in "abundant" supply—while sound economics is scarce. Illusions that have evolved into the delusions of the--- Government Interventionism – A Recipe for Economic Disaster.[read full article] |
August 07, 2008: A Celebration of Life – The Supreme Libertarian Pleasure
Ah, the joys of Libertarian Pleasures. There is your favorite music—or maybe the pleasure of stimulating books and fascinating works of arts. How about vacations, journeys and adventures. There are wine, women and song or maybe wine, men and song. And of course, in connection to these there is almost everyone’s favorite activity.[read full article] |
July 31, 2008: Profits – The Life-Blood of Economic Progress
You hear it all the time. People (especially politicians) complain that the oil companies are making obscene profits. Altruists and socialists state that businesses make their profits on the back of the workingman. You may hear someone say government ought to---[read full article] |
July 23, 2008: Government Interventionism Part 2 – Poisoning Our Economic System
It appears our economic system is falling apart—and indeed it is. Of course the ones responsible for it—the guilty parties—blame capitalism, businesspeople, greedy speculators, foreign markets, oil sheiks, oil companies, China, consumers overspending, consumers underspending etc--[read full article] |
July 18, 2008: My Way, Your Way or Society’s Way
It’s so nice to fit in and feel like I belong. If that’s so why am I so miserable most of the time? If only I could please him. It would make him so happy—and then I would be happy. Why does everyone pressure me to do the things they want me to do? And I always give in. I guess it would be---[read full article] |
July 08, 2008: A New Age of Enlightenment – The Libertarian Way
War, inflation, recession, housing crisis, confiscatory taxes, big government interventionism, liberty violations and talk of a possible economic collapse. It appears that a New Age of Enlightenment—an era of The Libertarian Way is nothing but—[read full article] |
July 02, 2008: Government Interventionism – A Recipe for Economic Disaster
The lessons of history prove beyond any reasonable doubt that all government interventionism on the marketplace creates economic distortions, lowers the productivity of labor and results in social unrest. Yet politicians continually wax on about how another regulation, more taxes or whatever nonsense their spouting is the panacea for what ails the economy. And the masses---[read full article] |
June 24, 2008: A Day In A Life – A Day of Pleasure and Ecstasy
A woman has discovered that everyday can be one of joy, pleasure and ecstasy. Following is her story of another wonderful day in her life—a life of continuous---[read full article] |
June 18, 2008: Everyday Experiences of The Libertarian Way
Libertarianism is known as a political system that endorses unhampered capitalism. It supports an extremely limited government that has only one function—protecting an individual’s life, liberty and property—or it advocates no government at all. Is this all there is to it—or is it more
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June 14, 2008: Libertarianism Is Not An Opinion
It seems that when most people-including candidates for office-discuss political and social issues they act as if their opinions are actually based on truth-even though they totally disregard Natural and Economic Law. In fact, they talk as if--[read full article] |
June 06, 2008: Courage and The Libertarian Way
Sticking by your convictions and living with integrity takes courage. The pressure of satisfying other people’s needs can tempt you to act in ways that are detrimental to your well-being. You attempt to please others through selflessness and self-sacrifice. You promiscuously---[read full article] |
May 28, 2008: Restoring the American Dream – Revisited and Reactivated Part 3: Three Possible Solutions
Unhampered capitalism is the only social system that protects an individual’s life, liberty and property. It is the solution to our economic problems. Natural and Economic Law proves this is true. Government interventionism violates---[read full article] |
May 24, 2008: Restoring the American Dream – Revisited and Reactivated Part 2: Viable Solutions
In Part 1, I diagnosed the destruction of the American Dream by demonstrating that blatant governmental violations of Natural and Economic Law were to blame. Tragically, the vast majority of the people support these violations. They unwittingly--[read full article] |
May 16, 2008: Restoring the American Dream - Revisited and Reactivated - Part 1 - The Diagnosis
Robert Ringer wrote a classic book on liberty, freedom and property rights "Restoring the American Dream" almost 30 years ago This book along with others paved way for the "liberal" massacre in the 1980 election. It appeared a new era of free enterprise and personal liberty--- [read full article] |
May 08, 2008: Altruism – To Give or Not to Give
Many wax on about the virtues of altruism as if this philosophy of life is the “end all” in human relations. They decide it is better to give than receive. Now if they prefer giving to receiving that is their perfect right. For now, we won’t go into whether this is logical or not. What we must consider is the disastrous results--- [read full article] |
April 29, 2008: Greed – The Businessman, Politician and Bureaucrat
The majority of people consider greed an undesirable personality trait. They are not open to questioning the truthfulness of this belief. Why question something that is common knowledge? They need to ask themselves these questions: [read full article] |
April 22, 2008: Values, the Individual and Everyday Life
Values are created and (or) obtained. They are of importance only to the individual. “Society or the collective” can’t possess values because [read full article] |
April 16, 2008: To Give Pleasure and to Receive Pleasure - Trading Value for Value Libertarian Style
Almost everyone wants to receive pleasure and ecstasy in his or her sexual relationships. It is only natural for individuals to prefer pleasure to pain or non-pleasure. Unfortunately in a sexual relationship between a man and woman the roles of giving and receiving pleasure are often confused. [read full article] |
April 09, 2008: The Sacrifice of the Individual - The Ultimate Delusion of World-Improvers
Look at all the people around you, individuals with their hopes and dreams. Unfortunately they have their fears and sorrows, the disappointments that can pollute the quality of life. Do they move forward, doing the best they can, despite this?
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April 03, 2008: The Sanctity of the Individual or the Collectivist Beliefs of the Altruist
A favorite saying of altruists is “This is for the good of society.” Of course, they never define who this society character is. They assume everyone knows what they are talking about—or maybe they hope ... [read full article]
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March 27, 2008:The Tyranny of the Absolute Moralist - Or a New Age of The Libertarian Way
Our civilization is under the sway of a philosophy called Absolute Moralism. The reason: People have a range of emotions that determine their beliefs and their subsequent actions. They have a choice of ... [read full article]
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March 20, 2008:Capitalism, Socialism and Interventionism - Open and Closed Systems
The effectiveness of a social system is determined by whether it is an open system or a closed system. An open system is more effective than a closed system. Capitalism, Socialism and Interventionism are the three possible social systems. Which one of these systems is an open system and the most efficient in bringing its citizens liberty, freedom, wealth and prosperity?... [read full article]
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March 13, 2008:Morality and The Libertarian Way
Today I noticed a billboard that had the
following: “Does your vote reflect your morals?”
At first glance it might seem reasonable that an
individual should vote according to their moral
principles. At second glance... [read full article]
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March 06, 2008:The Libertarian Way – Everyday
I believe one of the reasons Libertarianism hasn’t caught on with the masses is because it is considered an esoteric political system. Most people don’t realize that it’s an everyday way of life. My main purpose in unleashing “The Libertarian Way” is to...
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