Defenders of Capitalism
Should You Have a Vision Greater Than Self?
by Don Beezley
It’s common to try and motivate folks by urging them to “have a vision greater than self” i.e., to place something else above the value of the individual. It sounds appealing—we all want our lives to have meaning, be a part of great causes, make a difference and leave the world a better place.… Read more >>
Eric Weissman On Syria
Dear Friends:
It’s been a while since I wrote you – but the crossroads facing our nation is too important not to be addressed. The President should be commended for following the Constitutional order and referring questions of initiating hostilities to the Congress. … Read more >>
Three Cheers for Tim Cook!
If you believe that America has big problems because our culture no longer recognizes rights, encourages innovation or celebrates success – then you gotta be a little encouraged by Apple’s CEO. If you are looking for some spine amongst the producers of the world to get involved in the battle for our culture, Mr.… Read more >>
All Progress Starts with the Truth
We can’t get anywhere unless we identify the truth and Helen Raleigh nails it in this article. I especially like her use of the Frederick Douglas quote: “The life of a nation is secure only while the nation is honest, truthful, and virtuous.”… Read more >>
“Illegal” immigrants and Nuremburg
by Harry Binswanger
(posted with permission from HBL: www.hblist.com
Other than (most) HBLers, virtually everyone regards “illegal” immigration as dishonorable, if not contemptible. There is a stain of dishonor here, but it brands the illegalizers. Making free, peaceful travel illegal is a grave violation of rights, the rights of immigrants and of the Americans who would trade with, learn from, and befriend them.… Read more >>