During an online chat today the topic of political parties came up. I was talking with a developer who rarely involves himself with politics, so it was an interesting chance to gain some thoughts from someone who does not study politics day in and day out as I do.

When asked what party I align myself with, I replied saying that I’m a proud member of the Illinois Libertarian Party. The response was something along the lines of “and you’re not afraid to admit that?”

I found this reaction a bit intriguing. Mainly because… well.. because in this day and time I would be far more ashamed to admit my party if it were the Republicans or Democrats. Both parties are an embarrassment, in my opinion. So, I started searching for something to send this person with regards to the true definition of Libertarians. I came across Continue Reading