Individual Rights We hold that each individual has the right to exercise sole dominion over her/his life, and to live in whatever manner she/he may choose, so long as she/he does not violate the equal rights of others. Details.
Government's Role We hold that where governments exist, they should be stringently limited both in their structure and in their operations. Details.
Civil Order No conflict exists between the individual's rights to life, liberty, and property, and the government's obligation to maintain civil order. Details.
Social Concerns Government interference in current social concerns such as pollution, consumer protection, health care delivery, and poverty exceeds the level required for the protection of individual rights. Details.
Defence & Foreign Policy A Libertarian government would adopt a policy of non-intervention, abstaining totally from foreign quarrels and imperialist adventures. Details.
Trade & Economy The only proper role of government, in this context, is to protect property rights, enforce contracts, and adjudicate disputes, providing a legal framework for the protection of voluntary trade. Details.
