For my part, I have urged presidents to meet with the leaders of Russia, North Korea, Cuba, and other countries to build better relationships. These interactions make it possible to change behavior, to turn foes into friends.
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The general public are not more likely to see themselves as libertarian when, for the sake of “owning the necons,” prominent figures associated with libertarianism conflate libertarian-style governance and Trump-style governance.
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People then connect our principles to the president’s failings, which have nothing to do with libertarianism.
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Nor are libertarian values advanced when the effect of the president’s press conference—set aside the intent—is to further isolate our country from Russia.
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The widespread reaction on Capitol Hill, for example, has been to rally around the intelligence community. People are proposing resolutions of support for the FBI, despite its dubious track record and unconstitutional activities, particularly with respect to the
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Worse yet, thanks to the press conference, we’re likely to see more ineffectual sanctions bills and resolutions of condemnation against Russia, which will serve primarily to stunt further efforts at diplomacy and dialogue.
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We libertarians need to be smarter and more effective in our approach. Acting like partisans—pushing demagoguery and tribalism—is a self-defeating proposition. Stand strong on your principles; you’ll find most Americans standing with you.
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@justinamash: When a libertarian’s political prime directive becomes “owning the neocons” (or “owning the libs”) rather than advancing libertarian ideals, then that person undermines libertarianism as a philosophy.Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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I think being a member of the Republican Party does a lot to hurt Libertarian ideas, too.
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Now you hurt my feelings. I hope you’re happy.
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Agree with you 100%!
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It's still nice to shove it in their faces though
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The labels obscure the primary connectedness of the group known as “Americans.” Support for a more perfect union and its institutions is at its heart.
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Great
#navelgazing prose....so how did that do ANYTHING to unite FREE THINKING AMERICANS against the ENEMIES AT THE GATE

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@justinamash , says the republican.Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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Amash is a sissy libtard who uses the constitution to vote against everything Republican..TRASH!
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Not a big, a feature
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I imagine these folks watch the news.
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