Asides
Unfortunate vs. Unwise
It could be argued that Governments should put in place so-called “safety nets” for the most unfortunate among us. But let’s not confuse those down on their luck with those down on their judgement.
Thought Crimes
Your thoughts, though they may be racist, hateful, scheming, or psychotic, should never be submitted to prosecution or government control. Our actions are the only thing that should subject to scrutiny by the government, and even then, only the actions that affect others.
Freedom for Freedom
Never, ever sacrifice one freedom for another, even if it is not yours to lose. If you gain your freedom by restricting another, no progress has been made at all. Blood may be spilled, lives may be given, and fortunes may be spent, but freedom is never up for barter.
My Fellow Man
I have tremendous faith in my fellow man. Not that they’re perfect, but that given time and freedom, I believe they’ll always chart the best path for themselves.
Patience
Liberty doesn’t come fast, or easy. Patience and perserverence in the mean time is the test of a man’s resolve and desire for it.
Self-Governance
Letting people govern themselves is risky, but any alternative is unthinkable and an even greater risk.
Religion and Politics
It’s impossible to divorce religion and politics; but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t try.
Generosity
It’s easy to be generous with other people’s money. True nobility is charity and sacrifice of your own possessions, by your own free will.
Innovation
I’m convinced that if someone invented a teleportation device, the automotive Union would complain about losing jobs. Progress requires innovation. If we are to prosper as a country, we must make progress, and prosperity always trumps the temporary consequences of innovation.
Going Green
“Going Green”, by today’s standards, seems to mean “paying more to accomplish the same thing”. As with any reasonable capitalist society, as soon as “Going Green” means “paying less”, the entire world will be doing it. It’s not that people don’t care about environmental issues, it’s that they care more about paying their bills.