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Support for Open Borders is a Fundamental Tenet of Libertarianism, and David Brat is Not a Libertarian
In my view, it is impossible for a consistent libertarian to oppose open borders. One of the fundamental tenets of classical liberalism, which has been adopted (at least in name) by most of its descendants — including modern left liberalism and modern libertarianism — is respect for the individual’s rights and dignity. Prohibiting individuals from moving freely is a prima facie violation of these individuals’ rights.
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I agree. However much I might like to go along with friends on this, many of whom are at the conservative end of the spectrum, I simply cannot. And I don't see how supposed libertarians can be satisfied with such rationalizations. But I guess it is normal that people are inconsistent. In time they may improve as they think it through.
Libertarianism is no political (monopoly) government. Statism is monopoly government.
The only "libertarians" in my book are zero government (no border) individuals. The idea of "open borders" is mini-statism to its core, and not part of my thought process.
Sam