The Liberties of Two Disruptors: Trump and Musk’s Unlikely Approach to Liberty
By Ryan Thompson, The Punk Rock Libertarian
As your trusty host of Disruptarian Radio, I’ve had the pleasure of diving into the uncharted territories of American politics with our Seattle-based political correspondent, Alexandra, in the latest episode of our podcast. We boldly go where the mainstream media dare not tread: examining the first 100 days of Trump’s return to office and the unconventional influence of Elon Musk on our nation’s governance. Our chat revealed a refreshingly straightforward, if imperfect, alignment with libertarian principles, no-nonsense vibes included.
The Non-Aggression Principle: A Libertarian Framework
At the heart of our discussion lay the time-honored Non-Aggression Principle (NAP), a simple yet powerful tenet that serves as our guiding light: "Don’t hurt people, and don’t take their stuff." As Alexandra astutely distilled it, this principle is nothing short of the foundation upon which we judge the merits of Trump’s actions, as well as the magnate’s intention to revolutionize government. No person, politician, or politician in cahoots with Big Tech has the liberty to use the state’s might to tamper with, pillage, or insult our personhood or rights to the tithe that reflects our toil.
Peace Through Strength: Trump’s Disruptive Foreign Policy
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Liberty from Unlikely Quarters: Trump and Musk’s Surprising Alliance
By Ryan Thompson, The Punk Rock Libertarian
As the host of Disruptarian Radio, I recently had the pleasure of engaging in a most enlightening conversation with our intrepid Seattle-based correspondent, Alexandra. Our discussion centred around the first 100 days of Trump’s presidency and the unconventional influence of Elon Musk on American governance. The outcome was nothing short of astounding – a refreshing alignment with libertarian principles, sans the typical pomp and circumstance.
Non-Aggression Principle: The Foundation of Liberty
At the heart of our discussion lay the ancient and noble principle of non-aggression. Alexandra succinctly distilled it for the modern ear: "Don’t hurt people, and don’t take their stuff." This straightforward precept serves as our guiding light, judging the merits of Trump’s actions and Musk’s endeavours. The principle holds that no individual or entity has the right to initiate force, fraud, or coercion against another person or their property.
Trump’s Unlikely Peace Offensive
One of the most striking examples of Trump’s libertarian leanings lies in his foreign policy. While the establishment has continuously expanded American military intervention across the globe, Trump has pursued a "peace through strength" doctrine. By re-engaging with Russia, applying economic pressure on China without resorting to military might, and reopening talks with North Korea, Trump has defied the militaristic meddlers who have long dominated foreign policy.
As Alexandra astutely observed, "Trump’s approach is about having the strongest military in the world and using that strength to avoid wars, not start them." This divergent approach suggests that libertarians who have long advocated for non-interventionism have finally seen their ideals take centre stage.
The Regulatory Reckoning: Deregulation and Market Freedom
Trump’s economic policies have also drawn heavily from libertarian principles. The "two regulations out for every new one in" policy has dismantled the regulatory state, which has long strangled small businesses and innovation. By reducing the burden of restrictive regulations, energy costs have decreased for average families, and more capital has become available for expansion, hiring, and innovation.
The push to make previous corporate tax cuts permanent while extending tax relief to middle-class families aligns with the libertarian view that taxation is an affront to individual freedom. Alexandra insightfully noted, "Income tax is claiming ownership over part of your productivity, your life energy. It’s essentially partial slavery."
Musk: The Libertarian Outsider
Elon Musk’s behind-the-scenes presence in the Department of Government Efficiency has sent shockwaves throughout the bureaucratic aisle. Rather than getting absorbed by the Washington machine, Musk has adopted the Charles Atlas stance, aiming to dismantle the system from within.
What makes Musk’s endeavours particularly noteworthy is his commitment to free speech principles. By exposing government pressure on social media companies to silence certain voices, Musk has shown a steadfast dedication to upholding one of the most basic liberties in a democratic society.
Immigration: A Nuanced Discussion
Our conversation also ventured into the complex realm of immigration, where libertarian principles often face practical challenges. Alexandra astutely articulated the paradox: "American citizens are forced, under threat of imprisonment, to pay into systems like Social Security, Medicare, and welfare programs their entire working lives. Then immigrants can immediately access many of these same benefits without having paid into the system."
Trump and Musk’s approach to immigration, though imperfect, acknowledges this tension and seeks to strike a balance between control and economic freedom.
Direction Over Perfection
Perhaps the most important takeaway from our discussion was the recognition that libertarianism in action isn’t about striving for ideological purity – it’s about direction. As Alexandra phrased it, "Liberty isn’t about some kind of perfect purity test that everyone fails. It’s about whether we’re moving toward more freedom or less freedom."
While Trump and Musk may not embody the ideal libertarian archetype, their actions have decidedly moved in the right direction.
The Path Forward
As our conversation concluded, Alexandra offered a poignant challenge to like-minded libertarians: "Politics is messy, and change happens incrementally. So if you care about liberty, support the people moving us toward more freedom, even if they don’t check every box on your libertarian wish list."
This approach deserves consideration, as the entrenched administrative state will undoubtedly resist these efforts. By embracing the imperfect but significant strides made by Trump and Musk, we may yet see a glimmer of hope on the horizon for liberty in America.
