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About TPOL Nathan

Follower of Christ Jesus (a christian), Pahasapan (resident of the Black Hills), Westerner, Lover of Liberty, Free-Market Anarchist, Engineer, Army Officer, Husband, Father, Historian, Writer, Evangelist. Successor to Lady Susan (Mama Liberty) at TPOL.

Trump and Tiberius, Uncle Joe and Little Boots, supply chains and debt

Posted on 2022-01-21 by TPOL Nathan

Oh, and Benito Mussolini and pirates, too! Extra Credit! All courtesy of Simon Black! Thanks! Those who forget the past are doomed to repeat it. This seems to especially be the case when we look at these Fifty States and … Continue reading →

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Constitution is “anti-democratic.” Really?

Posted on 2022-01-19 by TPOL Nathan

It appears that Politico, that epitome of biased, government-lusting “journalism” has published an editorial that the United States Constitution of 1787, as amended, is un- and anti-democratic. They are far from alone in that. As a result, many so-called “Conservatives” … Continue reading →

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Both the old parties are bad, but…

Posted on 2022-01-18 by TPOL Nathan

There IS a difference, at least in 2022. (At least in some leaders/members/supporters of each party.) Let me explain. For years and years, many Libertarians – especially during political campaigns, have gleefully pointed out that “there ain’t a dime’s difference … Continue reading →

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How about giving the FedGov a report card?

Posted on 2022-01-17 by TPOL Nathan

The FedGov, under the Constitution of 1787, established enumerated (specific) and limited powers, with the 10th Amendment explicitly stating that everything else – EVERYTHING ELSE – was reserved to the States or to the people themselves. How well is DC … Continue reading →

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A beautiful summary of guvmint beer flu “mis-statements” (lies)

Posted on 2022-01-15 by TPOL Nathan

Again this year, we see government – and all the enemies of liberty – eating their own. One of the latest examples of seeming cannibalism in the beloved Centers for Disease Control and its Director, Dr. Rochelle Walensky. Even NPR … Continue reading →

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Scum rises to the top

Posted on 2022-01-14 by TPOL Nathan

Years ago I knew an Army First Sergeant who rejected one of the most common informal names for the people in his position. He refused to be called “Top” or “Top Soldier” because, he was fond of saying, “scum rises … Continue reading →

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The shopping cart test of self-governance

Posted on 2022-01-12 by TPOL Nathan

Gareth was the first person to bring this idea to the attention of the rest of us here at The Price of Liberty. Readers should consider it – fun and with at least some utility. The shopping cart assessment (SCA) … Continue reading →

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Blaming Uncle Joe

Posted on 2022-01-11 by TPOL Nathan

There may be a trend of coming up with ways to excuse dear Uncle Joe for all the bad stuff that is happening on his watch in the White House. Other than he’s old, tired, needs to sleep a lot, … Continue reading →

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The Ascendency of Silly Science

Posted on 2022-01-10 by TPOL Nathan

(Thanks to David Wojick for the title and subject of this commentary.) One of the recent trends in world affairs is the rise of “silly science” and its adoption by more and more of the world’s educrats AND government goons. … Continue reading →

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Suicide by government – state style

Posted on 2022-01-09 by TPOL Nathan

In California, I understand that a new constitutional amendment (expected to pass) is intended to double State tax revenue. According to National Review (hardly an enemy of big government), income taxes would increase for the highest bracket to a tax … Continue reading →

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