Libertarian 101

What is Libertarianism and how do I get involved?

What is a Libertarian?

Here are several statements to capture what libertarians by and large believe.


  • Every individual owns their life, body and property
  • No individual has the right to hurt others or take their stuff
  • Social and Economic arrangements should be based on consent
  • Consent breeds reciprocity, accountability and community
  • Libertarians promote tolerance of consensual social and economic arrangements
  • Political solutions are often removed from consent
  • Political solutions require political battles that come down to 51% imposing their whims on the other 49%
  • Political battles often result in creating social division and distrust (elections often become about fear of opposition)
  • Less political solutions and more solutions based on individual consent is what Libertarians seek


Videos about what is Libertarianism

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Libertarian Resources

Alex Merced on Public Radio about Libertarianism

How and Why to be Involved with the Libertarian Party

The Aspirational Libertarian

Libertarianism Put Simply

Where to Meet Other Libertarians