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In lugnet.off-topic.debate, Dave Schuler writes:
> In lugnet.off-topic.debate, Scott Arthur writes:
> > 4 Quick Questions:
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> I'm hardly Libertarian, but I think I can field a few of these:
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> > 1. Race
> > Under libertarian principles, would one have the right discriminate against
> > others based on race?
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> Sure, as one is able to discriminate now, based on race. Not currently in
> terms of employment or pay, but the right to associate or not to associate
> is spelled out very clearly in the Constitution. In Libertopia, I think,
> one would be free to employ based on ability, which, one hopes, would
> transcend issues of race or gender. (Remember, at present, this is a
> hypothetical realm, but the theory is useful.) In any case, why should one
> be forced to employ someone of lesser qualifications, regardless of race or
> gender? I know employment isn't the only manifestation of racial
> discrimination, but it's a solid, tangible illustration.
No, my understanding of Libertarian philosophy is that you can say, "Irish
aren't allowed." Or blacks, or Jews, or fat people, or whatever. People
are free to boycott companies/individuals that do this, of course.
I'll snip the rest 'cause I think you are correct on the other points.
Bruce
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| "Bruce Schlickbernd" <corsair@schlickbernd.org> wrote in message news:G4p4oC.3w2@lugnet.com... (...) against (...) in (...) associate (...) one (...) or (...) Or they may choose to seek them out. They may prefer a "no Irish" way of life? Scott A (...) (24 years ago, 27-Nov-00, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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| (...) I'm hardly Libertarian, but I think I can field a few of these: (...) Sure, as one is able to discriminate now, based on race. Not currently in terms of employment or pay, but the right to associate or not to associate is spelled out very (...) (24 years ago, 27-Nov-00, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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