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The Political Animals

Alex McEncroe: From Anarcho-Capitalist to Conservative Liberal (via Traditionalist Conservatism)

Jun 9, 2024
Guest Alex McEncroe discusses his political journey from Anarcho-Capitalism to Conservative Liberalism via Traditionalist Conservatism. Topics include Libertarianism, Traditionalist Conservatism, Conservative Liberalism, Evolution of Australian Liberalism, Catholicism, and the nuances of Liberalism.
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  • Transition from anarcho-capitalism to traditionalist conservatism influenced by Catholic teachings.
  • Value of existing social structures and rejection of utopian visions in conservatism.

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Alex Mackenkrogh describes his intellectual evolution from anarcho-capitalism to conservative liberalism, influenced by his early interest in politics and exposure to online resources like the Mises Institute. He reflects on his youth reading Milton Friedman's 'Free to Choose' and delving into Austrian school economics, leading to a deep involvement with libertarianism.

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