Libertarian Ideas: The Movement In The 21st Century

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“I’ve read both of your bestselling books. They’re nothing short of brilliant. The ideas in these books have become the blueprint for something your supporters call The Movement. What is The Movement?” Sean asked.
“The Movement is made up of individuals who ascribe to a simple principle: The belief that the individual is the source from which the greatness of a nation rises and falls - not the collective.”
“Your critics say that your libertarian ideas have no place in 21st century America. You’ve been called quaint, and out-of-touch - lost in the nostalgia for an age that has come and gone. Your critics argue that without strong central government, something as complicated as American would crumble and fall. What do you say to those who criticize
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My aim is to bring along the entire nation. I will be visiting all the institutions that The Movement has created. We’re going to throw back the curtains, and let America take a good look at what we’ve created. Leave no stone unturned, Sean; we want you and your colleagues in the national media to see it all. Next November, I will ask the people of Virginia to register their opinion. Vote for me, and I will work tirelessly day and night to implement this vision for all Virginians. Vote against me, and you will be voting to continue a system of reliance on the state; you will vote to continue to abdicate your freedom to a system of bureaucracy that has grown unchecked for far too long. I don’t want Virginians simply voting for me; I want Virginians voting for a principled belief - a new direction for the entire …show more content…
She wore a distant, star-struck expression. Her eyes were glazed and mouth slightly agape. She looked like a groupie staring up from the front row at some boy band rock concert. Tabitha wore high heels, a scandalously short, black skirt, and a white blouse. The top two buttons of the blouse were unbuttoned. A black choke collar necklace with a silver amulet completed the look. On most women, the outfit would be over-the-top slutty; on Tabitha, it was a strange mix of professional and seductive. William’s heart beat in his throat. His desire for Tabitha was not muted by the excitement of meeting Edward

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