You happy with how that's been going so far? Do you honestly feel represented by trump/biden? We are presented two rotten options and told we get a say in politics. That's just one more option than dictatorships. If I don't want us tax dollars gifting missiles to Israel I have no option in either party. That's not a say in government. I don't get to tell the president to spend my portion of the taxes. I would rather keep those taxes and voluntarily give to homeless shelters and other charitable groups which do a much better job helping people then the government ever will.
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If we acknowledge that politicians are on the side of corporations then the logical conclusion is to take away power from politicians. Giving them more power is just more motivation for corporations to meddle in government. It's not government vs corporations it's government+corporations vs the people. America consistency votes to strengthen government which just takes power away from the people. The only way to fight back is to lower gov power and take back our freedom of choice.
I agree the corporate lobbies are a problem. But giving the government more power just gives the lobbies more power too. We see that with insurance companies lobbying to make certain procedures mandatory. The solution is to take away government power. Then the corporations have no reason to lobby the government.
Publicly controlled = x costs + profit for politicians.
It's a wash either way. Plus, when the government program runs a deficit the government has to print money to avoid debt which equals inflation and we all know how that hurts.
I really recommend people who are actually curious about libertarians to watch the 2024 free and equal debate on YouTube (link below). A lot of people here have some strong words against libertarians but don't really understand what they stand for. I think that is a dangerous mindset. I imagine a lot of feminists, BLM or LGBTQ folk understand how frustrating that can be.
I would take anybody in the free and equal debate over the two choices presented by the democratic and Republican party. I personally feel the libertarian candidates resonate with me but make your own decision. Vote for who you feel will represent your views best.
https://www.youtube.com/live/Bmidtp1_K-Y?si=A62jmReZvv8zt1n6
I really recommend you watch the 2024 free and equal debate on youtube to better understand the views held by libertarians.
And that's the right of the individual who owns and started the company. Part of the problem is people don't seek alternatives and just buy what is convenient. People value the big brand names. If we want competition then look for alternatives. Look around at the brands you use and figure for yourself if you are buying big brands or supporting competition and smaller brands. Focus on your contribution. We can't and shouldn't control others. Worrying about what you support is enough on its own.
I absolutely agree. Let people voluntarily help each other and fund social programs. I think people want to help the poor and I think charities are much more equip for the job then politicians.
Right there with you. Chase Oliver is running for libertarian presidential nomination now. https://www.reddit.com/r/Georgia/s/SMorVSokZV
Internet service is a valid problem and I'm with you there. But those other examples all have alternatives. Dont like apple/Samsung there are dozens of alternatives like OnePlus or RealMe. Don't like Verizon/att go with mint or visible or ting. You have options. Don't get discouraged.
It's not hard to find alternatives. There are thousands of companies small and large. No one group owns them all. A quick search online can show replacement to every nestle product. Or support small business and buy local. It's people's unwillingness to give up convenience or favorite brands that gives these companies all the power to begin with. I guarantee you have options on business. And if not then go on shark tank and start a new company.
Kinda thought lemmy was the better reddit. Seems it's just a different reddit.
Less taxes would help ;)