BlogHide Resteemsalexmerced (37)in libertarian • 4 years agoCommunication and LibertyGood communication matters. Those more able to effectively communicate their grievances and feel heard are less likely to then express those grievances with aggression. Speak often, listen more…alexmerced (37)in immigration • 4 years agoImmigrationIMMIGRATION: highly recommend listen to this interview on immigration. Really helps illustrate what I like to say, “I want cultural pluralism not cause we will all get along but also cause we…alexmerced (37)in libertarian • 4 years agoBeing ContrarianBeing skeptical of the power an entity or individual has over others doesn’t mean you also have to assume the opposite position of everyone not skeptical. People on all sides can be right about some…alexmerced (37)in libertarian • 4 years agoLibertarian Party Results 2020#amliberty #libertarianalexmerced (37)in trans • 4 years agoTrans Persons and LoveI have had the privilege in having many #transgender persons touch my life as friends, family, etc. In my experience the unfair brush they get painted with prevents so many from knowing some of the…alexmerced (37)in taxes • 4 years agoTaxesTaxes aren’t just free money for your favorite pet policy, they are resources pulled from somewhere at some cost and undoing them may reverse those costs. Tax someone’s income they either take…alexmerced (37)in libertarian • 4 years agoCulture and EconomicsThere is a LOT I disagree with the right and left but I don’t think it’s beyond plausibility their social and cultural critiques may once in awhile hit a point of substance. Annoying when…alexmerced (37)in libertarian • 4 years agoRights vs PrivilegesNew Podcast: the important rhetorical differences between calling things rights or privileges and it's impact on culture. #Libertarianalexmerced (37)in libertarian • 4 years agoOpportunity and Policy#Libertarianalexmerced (37)in libertarian • 6 years agoLibertarian Party OptimismIf you want some unbridled optimism for the future of the #Libertarian Party please listen and share my speech from the 2019 LPCT Convention.alexmerced (37)in libertarian • 6 years agoPodcast: The Department of EducationIt’s not a matter of governance/no governance. Society is governed by a vast array or organizations such families, clubs, businesses, charities, community organizations and the norms that arise from…alexmerced (37)in libertarian • 6 years agoGovernance and GovernmentsIt’s not a matter of governance/no governance. Society is governed by a vast array or organizations such families, clubs, businesses, charities, community organizations and the norms that arise from…alexmerced (37)in libertarian • 6 years agoSome Libertarian Imagesalexmerced (37)in libertarian • 6 years agoVideo: What is Libertarianism and why the Libertarian Party Matters.alexmerced (37)in libertarian • 6 years agoConsent MarketsConsent Markets promote reciprocity and accountability, the minute we take consent out of our arrangements they become one sided and unaccountable.alexmerced (37)in libertarian • 6 years agoThe Video Guide to Libertarianism and Libertarian Thought by Alex MercedThe Video Guide to Libertarianism and Libertarian Thought by Alex Merced If you enjoy there videos please become a supporter by going to Libertarianism Put Simply Property Rights Part 1…alexmerced (37)in libertarian • 6 years agoLibertarianism and Economics 101Every once in awhile I like to create new resources to explain some of the foundational ideas in economics and the libertarian perspective on them. Below are several videos you may enjoy that teach…alexmerced (37)in libertarian • 6 years agoLibertarianism Needs Kindness to ThriveLibertarians in politics like anyone are limited by the demands of the electorate. You can shape how we all feel and vote with your voluntary kindness, tolerance, forgiveness and friendship.…alexmerced (37)in positivity • 6 years agoEmotional Intelligence and Libertarian ActivismA comment I made in a separate post where someone discussed not getting emotionally attached to people to not compromise your activism. “Feelings matter, yes building relationships makes things…alexmerced (37)in love • 6 years agoLiberty is Love and RespectI have friends and family of every race, religion, ethnicity, class, political ideology, sexuality and gender identity. I love them all. They have enriched my life by exposing me to new ideas…