On Mar 27, 2006, at 3:31 PM, steven linnabary wrote:
>> If you want to restrict libertarianism to just the purists, than what
>> label do you give to advocacies of partial libertarianism;
>> basically inconsistent fiscally conservative yet socially tolerant?
>>
>
> Not at all, Eric. ANYBODY can proclaim themselves libertarian.
>
> But LEADERSHIP positions, including (especially) major candidates MUST
> be
> purist. Otherwise, an ideological party will just become another
> "common
> carrier" party such as the democrats and republicans.
>
>> They hate this question. Puts them in a corner. Forces them to
>> admit that deep down they are advocating exclusivity.
>>
>
> Leadership, by definition, is exclusive.
I notice you haven't answered the question.
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