Look… I “get it.” I understand why so many people reject this president. I feel the same way. If you are reading this thinking it is some sort of endorsement for the president elect, then seek elsewhere. This is not an endorsement. But it still might piss you off. I believe in voting. Because, unfortunate …
Anarchy
The Revolution Will Not Be Elected
Yes; I am cynical. But that doesn’t mean I’m wrong. Every four years, we crank up the nationalism, split it down the middle with donkeys on one side and elephants on the other, and engage in an orgy of ridicule and one-up-man-ship. Every four years, each party dives deep into the American heart in an …
Liberal Cynicism and the Cult of Personality
When the discussion turns to politics, my favorite question to ask people is; “what is the purpose of the State?” I have been asking this of both liberals and conservatives for many years. Most folks are initially confused by the question and I need to clarify. By “purpose” I mean, what is it designed for, …
Practicality
I want to take some time to talk a little about the practicality of anarchist thought. First, from an historic perspective, evolutions in human organization have often been met with critical resistance. The tendency that I have seen (and this is a cursory, non academic summary) could be typified by a desire to maintain status …
On Leadership
To begin; this is an exploration of two distinct types of leadership. There are, of course, many other types, as many, perhaps, as there are situations of leadership. However, this essay is going to limit itself in scope to two large categories. I believe that most (if not all) leadership positions can be placed in …