Defining Libertarianism
By: Michael Caffrey
Libertarianism is the political school of thought that I identify with most. It is based upon the principles our country was founded on; freedom, and by extension limiting the role of government to the roles put forth in the constitution and its subsequent amendments.
Libertarians traditionally oppose expansions of government services. My particular thoughts on Libertarianism and the role of government relegate the government to only those things that individuals are unable to do; for instance, the interstate highway system, local policemen, a system for commerce, and protection from external and internal threats to personal liberty. Furthermore, government should restrain itself from interfering in peoples lives unless it is entirely necessary.
That’s it. I fundamentally oppose things such as healthcare, which should be the role of the individual, governmental decisions on gay marriage or abortion, as that is constitutionally a role of local governments or individuals in their own home falling under the role of government.
Is my opinion on government controversial? Sure. But I want to hear your view.
