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[–] Phil_in_here@lemmy.ca 47 points 1 day ago (2 children)

"Why should I have to pay for someone else's kid?"

"Why should I have to pay for a park I'm not going to visit?"

"Why should I have to pay for a road I may never drive on?"

"The American Military Complex is very responsible with my money and keeps me safe from real threats."

[–] chatokun@lemmy.dbzer0.com 17 points 1 day ago

Well, last statement a lot of antitax are also antiwar. Ron Paul attracted some people because of his antiwar, anti intervention, and freedom regarding drugs platform.

I think that basic form of libertarian is attractive to many if you don't look too closely at what it actually entails and if you only care about yourself and maybe people you know/family.

I generally think of it as childish selfishness we're expected to grow out of once we learn some basic society facts.

[–] NOT_RICK@lemmy.world 2 points 1 day ago

I will say, I have been pretty shocked to watch for president repeatedly blow up his own son’s cocaine supply. He must have switched suppliers