Is Violence Incompatible With Libertarianism? No.

From: J
Sent: Saturday, April 22, 2017 9:03 AM
To: [email protected]
Subject: UAL
It seems that there has been a great deal of discussion concerning the “contract” between the customer and the airline who sold the seat. From my perspective, what has been lost is the fact that violence was used against a passenger in order that one of United’s employees could be seated instead. That violence is now a common theme when it comes to dealing with the public at large by either “law enforcement”, the courts and bureaucrats alike. Violence and the threat of violence against individuals by government agents ie: cops, CPS , IRS, BLM, FBI et all, is now the manner by which Washington interacts with the American people. It then comes as no surprise that the use of violence filters down into the private sector as well even though some multinationals have used violence as a means of profiteering for decades. In case anyone hasn’t observed this just a quick read through Gen. Smedly Butler’s book will soon open their eyes. America has a long history of violence against any who oppose its dictats. The War between the states marks the beginning of tyranny by central government in Washington and it has been downhill ever since. The events that occurred that day on that particular plane of that particular airline that took place, is hopefully, a wake up call for all Americans to fully Since I no longer fly anymore simply because I don’t wish to be subjected to the indignities that is now required in order to traverse from one location to another which according to SCOTUS is a right. I do not wish to be subjected to being groped The violence Washington has been using against sovereign states around the world is now coming home to roost to be used against the American people. This new administration apparently has no wish to stop it or reduce it. It appears it has plans to increase it. We are approaching the time when we will witness the real measure of the American people. Whether they will meekly submit to being ruled by tyrants or revolt against it. This will be the defining moment for America. That moment is fast approaching. Cheers J

Dear J: I agree with your sentiment? Violence, other things equal, is not a good way to proceed. However, libertarians need not be pacifists. Our philosophy is compatible with using violence. But, only in self defense, or defense of property rights. So, it is crucial to determine whether or not United Airlines was in the right on this matter. If they were, then their use of violence is compatible with libertarianism. In this case I agree with you: they should not have used violence, since according to their contract, they were in the wrong in booting that seated traveler off their plane.

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2:05 pm on April 22, 2017