The Libertarian Dem
The Daily Kos is one of the most read liberal blogs in the country. They have several writers now, but the blog’s founder wrote a story this week titled The Libertarian Dem.
Kos wrote:
Libertarian Dems are not hostile to government like traditional libertarians. But unlike the liberal Democrats of old times (now all but extinct), the Libertarian Dem doesn’t believe government is the solution for everything. But it sure as heck is effective in checking the power of corporations.
In other words, government can protect our liberties from those who would infringe upon them — corporations and other individuals.
So in practical terms, what does a Libertarian Dem look like? A Libertarian Dem rejects government efforts to intrude in our bedrooms and churches. A Libertarian Dem rejects government “Big Brother” efforts, such as the NSA spying of tens of millions of Americans. A Libertarian Dem rejects efforts to strip away rights enumerated in the Bill of Rights — from the First Amendment to the 10th. And yes, that includes the 2nd Amendment and the right to bear arms.
Like many of the people on the disenfranchised right, these Libertarian Dems are also looking for a new political home, and the Vermont Libertarian Party welcomes them.
