Aug
25
2009
by Mike Phenow
The so-called “freedom of religion,” which is supposedly protected by the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, which reads:
“Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.” (emphasis mine)
is also, quite clearly the freedom FROM religion, if that is what the individual seeks.
A recent Time article, Can Atheists Be Parents? explains that:
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Aug
24
2009
by Mike Phenow
Hans Hoppe: The Economics of World Government
Lew Rockwell recently posted a great (mis-titled) talk given by the brilliant Austrian Economist and Anarcho-Capitalist Social Theorist Hans Hoppe. With great clarity and wit, Hoppe explains many crucial aspects of the Rothbardian libertarian society.
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Aug
6
2009
by Mike Phenow
There is a well-known prayer in the fire service known as the Fireman’s Prayer:
When I am called to duty, God
Whenever flames may rage,
Give me strength to save some life
Whatever be its age.
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Aug
4
2009
by Mike Phenow
The Stateless Society, by Stefan Molyneux (read on YouTube)
Text of the article from LewRockwell.com
Just came across this recently. I’m not terribly familiar with this guy and by accounts online, he appears to be pretty controversial, but this is a pretty good article. Granted, it is little more than a re-presentation of Rothbard’s conception of a libertarian society, but it is an interesting, concise, and compelling presentation. Worth the watch.
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Aug
2
2009
by Mike Phenow
The New American Century
Definitely another red-pill movie. Not for the credulous, the faint of heart, or those who can’t stomach the view from inside the rabbit hole.
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