Alex Peak
Written Work — 2009
Those articles with an asterisk contain language that may be offensive to some audiences. Reader discretion is advised.
John Hospers and the Libertarian Temperament
26 May 2009 — Mr. Hospers argues that anarchists have a psychological defect that causes them to engage in irrational, immature methods of discussion. However, Mr. Hospers’s stereotype does not hold up under scrutiny. Neither minarchists nor anarchists have a monopoly on derailing communication. We must learn this if we are to learn to work together toward our common goals.
23 May 2009 — A new web-series, Anarchy in America, will explore the possible breakdown of American government in the year 2013.
Anthony Gregory on Peaceful Dissent and Government Crackdowns
19 March 2009 — A recent memo to the state of Missouri disgustingly conflates libertarians with various right-wing terrorists. Anthony Gregory gives a brief history of government crackdowns on peaceful dissenters.
17 March 2009 — Happy St. Patrick’s Day from the Last Free Voice blog.
John Stossel Takes On the Bailouts
17 March 2009 — On Friday, March 13th, John Stossel hosted a 20/20 special on the economy, pointing out that the bailouts and stimuli plans will do nothing to improve our current condition.
17 March 2009 — Government spending increased at a quicker pace under the Bush regime than under than any of the six presidents prior to him, including L.B.J. We now are all feeling the pain caused by Bush’s irresponsible, big-government spending policies.
Live-blogging: Hamilton’s Curse
12 March 2009 — Jefferson supported smaller government, Hamilton bigger. Unfortunately, although we still honour Jefferson, Hamilton’s views reign the day. Moreover, Hamiltonianism is a betrayal of the American revolution.
Libertarianism and Confidence—Not Arrogance *
19 January 2009 — It’s almost a cliché to say that if a guy wants to have success dating, he must display confidence, but must avoid coming across in the process as arrogant. A cliché, perhaps, but good advice nonetheless. But more importantly for libertarians interested in promoting Liberty, the same truism can apply to engagement in political exchange.
An Open Letter to Kellogg’s Regarding Phelps
15 January 2009 — Although I defend Kellogg’s’s right to drop Michael Phelps, who was recently photographed smoking marijuana, I nevertheless believe they made a poor decision in doing so.
