
Originally Posted by
emow
yes, there is no such thing as aboslute liberty, as there is no absolute honesty, as there is no absolute efficiency, etc... But the concept of liberty is natural to all of us, it doesn't need any authority from any one or any institution.... You are a perfect example of a product of the conventional educational system, whereby the idea of non-interference of government in the free market and in your personal life is so out of this world... But, 200 years ago, US almost acheived absolute freedom, save from slavery and tariffs...
My ideal state would be, government protecting our natural rights to life liberty and property, prodviding national defense, and enforcing contracts. The economy will be left to the private enterprises of the citizens, less permits, less regulations, and more competition, more trade, and more supply of any goods and services... the true demand of any product or service will be really reflect in the market, and not by artificial means like through government intervention. Therefore, the power in the economy will shift from government and unscrupulous businessmen back to the consumers.