The Peter McCormack Show #131 - Angela McArdle - The Fight for Freedom in a Post-Rational World
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Dec 2, 2025 
Angela McArdle, former Chair of the U.S. Libertarian Party, dives into the ideological battle for freedom against control. She discusses the shifting political landscape, moving from identity politics to class warfare. Angela shares insights on strategic third-party tactics, her meeting with Trump for libertarian goals, and the importance of Bitcoin as a financial alternative. They also explore the erosion of civil liberties post-COVID and the ongoing conflict between advocates of liberty versus those seeking government reliance. A compelling look at the future of liberty!
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Two Competing Political Realities
- Peter McCormack and Angela McArdle observe Western politics split into two irrational camps: authoritarian control and identity-driven class warfare.
- Angela warns we're swinging away from Enlightenment rationality toward romantic, reactionary politics that undermine liberal institutions.
From Coffee To The Oval Conversation
- Angela McArdle recounts meeting Rick Grenell and being invited to advise President Trump on libertarian priorities.
- That meeting led to a concrete outreach channel to influence policy and pursue libertarian wins from inside.
Negotiate With Vote Leverage
- Use strategic bargaining: run a third-party campaign to win concessions from major-party front-runners and then endorse them.
- Drop out after securing policy wins and cabinet posts rather than insisting on winning the whole election.
