In conversation, I mentioned to someone that I considered myself a libertarian. He immediately (and rightly) challenged me to explain what I meant by that, since many politicians whose policies I despise also embrace that label. I decided that the best way to answer the question was on the personal level. The result is a short essay that I have just posted: Am I a Libertarian?
I decided that I was a libertarian after reading Atlas Shrugged, but I couldn’t tell you why.
Very nice essay. Last week, I was angry with Oprah. She is so quick to be angry with those she "helps" when they disappoint her. I don’t deny that they have done wrong, but the way she publicly belittles them and uses it to create more publicity for herself – just seems wrong, too.
But at least she’s using some of her billions to help others in her own way. And I am negatively affecting her by choosing to work when I could be home watching her show. Right?
I also tell myself to stop shopping at Wal-mart, but I do it anyway because it’s convenient.