We must not, however, fall for the logical fallacy that because diplomacy and dialogue are good, @POTUS’s performance at the press conference was good.
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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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I don't connect you the president. I CONNECT YOU TO pRYAN.
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Wow who are you to tell anyone our president failed at anything. You certainly are not the President so your rant is irrelevant.
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Your real problem is that the same Ron Paul / Alex Jones wacko nut conspiracy theorist wing of the GOP--for too long coddled and abetted by those identifying as libertarians--were easily scooped up by Trump and have become his base.
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Unfortunately for libertarians, you really do own this. Doesn't matter that Trump isn't a libertarian: Libertarians created Trump. You've poisoned your own well by spending more time pandering to the fringe at the expense of your focus on limited government.
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