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David Boaz: Libertarianism Is the Intellectual Core of Liberalism

The Reason Interview With Nick Gillespie

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Political Evolution and Ideological Shifts in American Leadership

The chapter traces the speaker's shift from supporting Reagan to embracing libertarianism, reflecting on the influence of Reagan and Thatcher's rhetoric. It explores the relationship between libertarianism and conservatism, the impact of the end of the Cold War, and the changing political landscape in the 90s. The discussion extends to critiques of Bush, Obama's presidency, Trump's impact on the libertarian movement, and current criticisms against President Biden.

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