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Left-Libertarianism

You believe in achieving social justice and individual freedom through decentralized power structures and voluntary cooperation.

Left-libertarianism is a political ideology that combines the advocacy for individual liberty and social justice. It is a part of the broader libertarian movement, which emphasizes the importance of individual freedom and non-aggression. However, left-libertarians distinguish themselves from other libertarians through their belief in egalitarianism and their focus on socio-economic issues.

Left-libertarians generally believe in the decentralization of power and the importance of individual autonomy. They argue for the protection of civil liberties and are often critical of state inter…  

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 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Can you imagine a scenario where the collective management of resources would be more efficient than individual ownership?

 @9KB8PL7 from Illinois  answered…2yrs2Y

From my understanding, the collective management of resources would be more efficient in terms of stock management because individual ownership may lead to inconsistencies and fraud.

 @9KB7TWL from Iowa  answered…2yrs2Y

With multiple people there is a higher chance of differing ideals, but also a greater chance for large group discussion and more ideas

 @9KBB3NL from Wisconsin  answered…2yrs2Y

Yes, I believe that collectively managing power, will be more effective in the aspect of everyone coming to a similar agreement, instead of one person making a decision that is not necessarily what everyone wants. Even the people who value the country's power will have some say.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

What role does empathy play in your decisions about sharing resources and opportunities with others?

 @9KT83NR from Minnesota  answered…2yrs2Y

I don't feel bad for people who are struggling or who are homeless. It is a problem they created for themselves. I believe that if they wanted to have a different life then they would build that life for themselves, and not try to have someone else do it for them.

 @9KVF839Peace and Freedom from California  disagreed…2yrs2Y

I feel that they really don't know what they want and I feel bad for those who wanna turn there life around but can't because of there background

 @9KT82LP from Minnesota  answered…2yrs2Y

I think about it but its not the deciding factor most of the time

 @9KW8RW2 from California  agreed…2yrs2Y

I always look at things with a perspective that aligns with my morals, i dont like excluding people for any sort of visible differences

 @9KT8FVV from California  answered…2yrs2Y

Our democracy is built upon justice so empathy becomes a pivotal for deciding the way we operate with each other.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Can a community truly thrive without leadership, or do we naturally need leaders and followers?

 @9KSQRGH from Arizona  answered…2yrs2Y

I think a community can thrive without leadership, provided that all members of the community agree on a shared set of norms and rules that govern their behavior.

 @9KSQJRM from California  answered…2yrs2Y

I believe people will always need a leader because without an authority figure to point out the right from wrong and keep people in line chaos will ensue.

 @9KSQTFK from California  answered…2yrs2Y

No it cannot. We need proper leadership, symbolism. People can't even choose what shoe to wear for the day, we need a leader to make much more important & dire decisions for us or proposing new ideas for us.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How could the principles of left-libertarianism change the way we approach environmental sustainability?

 @9HW3GC2 from Tennessee  answered…2yrs2Y

there would be less power plants and more electric vehicles

 @9HW3FL5 from Kentucky  answered…2yrs2Y

The principles change the way we approach environmental sustainability because it provides a way to express how we approach different movements such as anti-globalization.

 @9HW4774Peace and Freedom from South Carolina  answered…2yrs2Y

This messes up our approach because it isn't necessarily what we are agreeing on or making up its mainly the government

 @ISIDEWITHasked…3yrs3Y

Can a society truly achieve economic equality without some form of enforced redistribution?

 @9HD6QXT from Minnesota  answered…3yrs3Y

Both left and right libertarianism is a fallacy and contradiction.

 @9HD6PCKfrom Virgin Islands  answered…3yrs3Y

Economic equality isn't a value. I think that the goal of society is to achieve productivity and growth, and this can be accomplished with free markets.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

When have you felt most free to make choices about your life and what conditions enabled that freedom?

 @9HW4SJW from Georgia  answered…2yrs2Y

driving under 18 yrs old because it gives me more freedom

 @9HW4DXM from South Carolina  answered…2yrs2Y

i feel free when im getting my nails done because i can chose the length and color and no one i will tell me what to do

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How important is having equal access to technology in shaping your opportunities and freedoms?

 @9HW3NNZanswered…2yrs2Y

It is important becasue people can have the same news and be able to form their own opinions on the situation

 @9HW3M4C from Tennessee  answered…2yrs2Y

its pretty important. technology is good, go to a library if you want free tech use.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

If you had the chance, what rule or policy would you abolish in your school to increase personal freedom?

 @9HW3WCP from South Carolina  answered…2yrs2Y

The freedom to leave during lunch and come back without getting in trouble

 @9HW3GY2 from Kentucky  answered…2yrs2Y

The fact that in some classrooms they teach politics.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…3yrs3Y

In what ways can a society ensure a fair distribution of resources without impeding personal freedom?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…3yrs3Y

Can voluntary cooperation really be enough to maintain order and ensure justice within a community?

 @9H3XY7C from New York  answered…3yrs3Y

No, because voluntary cooperation requires everyone to buy into the system. This only works with small, highly cohesive units. An example would be the kibbutzim, although there are criticisms levied against them.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

When has an act of sharing in your life led to unexpected positive outcomes?

 @9KMPLWNIndependent from New Jersey  answered…2yrs2Y

Teaching skills at work allowed several employees to see their kids be first-gen college students

 @9KMPRNJ from Illinois  answered…2yrs2Y

I gave someone something that they asked me if they could have and i didnt know how much it would help them

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

What do you envision would be the biggest challenge in a society where cooperation is the norm?

 @9HW4BHQ from South Carolina  answered…2yrs2Y

There can't be any true "equals," and someone will manage to take all of the power for themselves.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Have you ever felt limited by traditional structures, and how would you redesign them for more freedom?

 @9KVDXLB from Texas  answered…2yrs2Y

Yes. Bureaucratic institutions, such as those that compose the federal and state governments, should be abolished and replaced with local councils that are elected by majority or rank vote to represent the local community and determine the best way to meet their constituents' needs, including possible collaboration and cooperation between other localities to distribute and manufacture resources.

 @9KVDN7S from Pennsylvania  answered…2yrs2Y

I would design them so we could actually have freedom. As long as people aren't deliberately hurting themselves or others or abusing power they have, I would wish them to have a say in their own health. I would also structure it so it's not as easy for people to get ahold of larger weapons, especially when they have a history of certain behaviors.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

In what ways do you think an economy based on sharing and collaboration rather than competition might impact innovation?

 @9HW3Q4V from Tennessee  answered…2yrs2Y

All separate things that create competition in our markets might become one, and then it might become a monopoly. Some collaboration is alright, but not all the time.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How would you define freedom in your own life, and what role do you think community should play in that?

 @9L9XPY4answered…2yrs2Y

Freedom in your own life is being able to do what you want with your land and with your family and yourself

 @9L9XP4YDemocrat from Florida  answered…2yrs2Y

The chance to feel safe within your own self and be able to have good rights within

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

What's the most important element of a trusting and cooperative relationship, in your opinion?

 @9LJFJTB from Kansas  answered…2yrs2Y

Dunno. there's so many opinions that there will be a group of people who feel trusted by ones actions and other who feel sabotaged.

 @9LJFFDY from Illinois  answered…2yrs2Y

multiple positions added and great reform to ensure that the "checks and balances" aren't bought out by big corporate regimes

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

When have you felt that your voice mattered in a group decision and how did that affect the outcome?

 @9TFRWGM from Delaware  answered…2yrs2Y

My voice generally doesn’t matter in any decision.

 @9TFQ2PZProgressiveanswered…2yrs2Y

No that means that my fish that live i a glass box have more rights than me.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How could your community benefit from individuals having more say in how local resources are distributed?

 @9J59XFK from Arizona  answered…2yrs2Y

What the skibidi gyat rizzler livvy dunne ohio level five gyat, what the rizz, kai cenat fanum tax.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…3yrs3Y

Is a system that prioritizes social safety nets an enabler of laziness or a necessary support for the disadvantaged?

 @9H4SSN9Democratfrom Maine  answered…3yrs3Y

Scandinavian countries are already using a left-libertarian system and they have high employment rates and lower government subsidies than the U.S.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

What role do you see for personal accountability in a community that values voluntary cooperation over enforcement?

 @9HW327LRepublican from Texas  answered…2yrs2Y

I like how vocal and committed they are. Sometimes they do go too extreme like going to a business and destroying peace in the establishment but they always think they are right. i understand there is no right and wrong but they choose to be blindsided over other peoples feelings and views. They often dont respect Christianity but will respect every other religion than that. Because they think Christians are evil.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…3yrs3Y

What would a world look like where all decisions are made through voluntary cooperation, not coercion?

 @9HNYND8 from Michigan  answered…3yrs3Y

bad,becase no one whould come to a agrement no mater what whould happen.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…3yrs3Y

How would society change if everyone had equal access to resources and opportunities?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

In what situations do you think freedom of choice impacts equity among people?

 @9K93R7R from Illinois  answered…2yrs2Y

everyone should treat everyone with respect and dignity.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

What does it mean to have 'equal say' in decisions, and how would that look in your family or friend group?

 @9K9J9YDRepublican from Minnesota  answered…2yrs2Y

All people should be equal because each person brings a different view to an issue.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

What actions have you taken to ensure your voice is heard in decisions that affect you?

 @9JBC8NL from Oklahoma  commented…2yrs2Y

I have tried to prove a point an also posting stuff about bad that i don't agree with to try and let someone see it

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

What personal sacrifices would you be willing to make to enable everyone to have a fair start in life?

 @9L9WGMVIndependent from Oklahoma  answered…2yrs2Y

Everyone deserves to have a fair life starting out however that does mean that education should be unbiased in the classroom and certain topics that are not relevant to a person's education should be left alone for the parents to teach.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Can you identify a moment when you prioritized a group benefit over a personal benefit, and was it worthwhile?

 @9L9XD9Jfrom Maine  answered…2yrs2Y

Left-Libertarianism is an embarrassment of Libertarianism. Real Libertarians are far-right.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Have your closest relationships taught you more about cooperation or competition, and which do you value more?

 @9LJ7J6G from Washington  answered…2yrs2Y

i think we should give respect to the gov so that they can be nice to us

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Can you think of a real-world example where collective action led to a better outcome than individual pursuits?

 @9LDYPKCfrom Maine  answered…2yrs2Y

Depends on -- "better" for whom? Every oligopoly / price fixing is an easy sample for zero-sum game (having better profits beetween those who entered the "collective action" at the expense of outsiders). Speaking of positive-game? Well, astronautics -- with China-Russia-etc. coöperating with NASA.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

What's your take on the idea that everyone should contribute to the public good in their own unique way?

 @9KNK9PF from Alabama  answered…2yrs2Y

I don't think we need more government in our lives, and I think people need to be less aggressive.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Have you ever felt empowered by contributing to a collective goal; what was that like for you?

 @9KPQRK7 from California  answered…2yrs2Y

Yes, being a part of something that makes a change feels very rewarding and empowering to continue to do so.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How could your neighborhood or local community benefit from a system based on mutual aid?

 @9LFJC8VPeace and Freedomanswered…2yrs2Y

it can help out the community and as well bring in the people closet to each other.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

What personal values would you never compromise, even for the benefit of a harmonious community?

 @9KT6BVY from New Jersey  answered…2yrs2Y

I would be willing to accept guns as long as they are not automatic or semiautomatic.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

What personal freedoms would you prioritize in designing a fair society?

 @9KB74VK from Michigan  answered…2yrs2Y

i think we should have half of the house republicin and half democracy

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

What might be the pros and cons of a society that values shared decision-making over individual leadership?

 @9KB87SY from Massachusetts  answered…2yrs2Y

Pros: Stronger relationships, positively affect health care decisions.
Cons: Not getting your individual say, meaning some things will be what you do not want.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How does the idea of sharing power in your community make you feel?

 @9JRVML5Republicanfrom Arizona  answered…2yrs2Y

Taking into consideration the opinion the comunity is a big step in the right direction, and even though my community may not share my opinion its a good change.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

What barriers do you perceive in achieving a society where voluntary cooperation is the norm, and how would you address them?

 @9KGVRLV from California  answered…2yrs2Y

There would be people who wouldn't want to do any work.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

In what ways does the pursuit of equality make your personal relationships better or more challenging?

 @9JGHF7R from Texas  answered…2yrs2Y

The pursuit of equality in totality has made all aspects of life better, but in recent years the pursuit has been misconstrued and now makes relationships harder to maintain due to such conflicting ideals.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How does the principle of 'no harm' to others influence your actions in a shared living or educational space?

 @9KZDYMG from Pennsylvania  answered…2yrs2Y

It encourages communal responsibility in a positive manner.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How might modern digital platforms contribute to a society that values decentralization and autonomy in decision-making?

 @9L34STLWorkers from Illinois  answered…2yrs2Y

Autonomy in decision making is the foundation the United States was built upon and seeing it expand beyond our borders is incredible. Decentralization however reduces the connectedness of Americans to each other. We have begun to abandon the underlying patriotism and replaced it with Id and Ego.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

What are ways we can support those in need in our communities while promoting self-reliance?

 @9KVMLMK from Tennessee  answered…2yrs2Y

access to healthcare and education for all. decriminalizing homelessness and raising minimum wage

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How do you define personal success, and should it be tied to contributing to the greater good?

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Elizabeth Warren Walks Back Murder Comments

Congressional Democrats broadly denounced the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson Friday morning, after Republicans started accusing Sen. Elizabeth Warren of excusing violence.“No one's condoning this,” said Rep. Brad Schneider (D-Ill.). “Violence never is the right answer for anything. And it was a horrible murder, a tragic loss for his family.” Warren this week condemned the shooting, but added that people “can be pushed only so far.”"We'll say it over and over," Warren said on MSNBC’S “The ReidOut.” " Violence is never the answer. This guy [Luigi Mangione] gets a trial who's allegedly killed the CEO of UnitedHealth, but you can only push people so far, and then they start to take matters into their own hands."In a statement to POLITICO, Warren said, “Violence is never the answer. Period. I should have been much clearer that there is never a justification for murder.” Top Republicans denounced Warren's comments and the walked-back rhetoric, with House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) calling it “inappropriate and dangerous.”Some House Democrats asked about the incident on Thursday pivoted the conversation to discuss policy options on health care or gun safety.“I don't really know that this is really a space that Congress normally weighs in on,” said Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas). “But at the end of the day, I think it’s an opportunity, because now people are talking about health care and to talk about the fact that this industry has honestly not been as helpful as it could be.”“Violence is never the answer,” said Rep. Troy Carter (D-La.). “We know that there are people suffering, there’s great challenges in healthcare. There's great challenges, and people have, in fact, been wronged, but a process of governance is the way to address that, not violence.”And Rep. Ted Lieu (D-Calif.) who denounced the murder, said the killer should be prosecuted and that “I do know that allegedly a ghost gun was used, and we should also ban ghost guns. There's no reason for them beyond the streets.”

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