The libertarian non-aggression axiom is the essence of libertarianism.  Take away this axiom, and libertarianism might as well be libraryism, or vegetarianism.  Thus, if a person is to be a libertarian, he must, he absolutely must, in my opinion, be able to distinguish aggression from defense.  Here’s a joke. Do you know the difference between a bathroom and a living room? No?  Well, don’t come to my house.  In this spirit I ask, do you know the difference between offense and defense?  Between aggression and defense against aggression?  No?  Well, then, don’t call yourself a libertarian. I can’t read anyone … Continue reading Bloodthirsty ‘Libertarians’