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A manifesto for freedom and the editor of the libertarian reader. David boaz presents the essential guidebook to the libertarian perspective, detailing its roots, central tenets, solutions to contemporary policy dilemmas, and. The libertarian mind is the ultimate resource for the current, burgeoning libertarian movement. I recently read that over 600 libertarians are now serving in elected office across the country, a fact that speaks powerfully of the disgust americans increasingly feel with big brother in washington. David boaz is the executive vice president of the cato institute and has played a key role in the development of the cato institute and the libertarian movement. From theoretical roots to contemporary policies, boaz, who is executive vice president of the cato institute, a conservative think tank, presents a solid introduction to a trendy ideology.
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