Category Archives: Commentary on the News

You are the Flock???

Posted on 2026-08-24 by TPOL Nathan

Well, we know many libertarians who refer to most Americans as “sheep” or “sheeple,” don’t we? But this is a bit different. We are referring to a recent news story stating that Apple is including external cameras in their next … Continue reading →

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New Mexico – “what’s free speech worth?”

Posted on 2026-08-21 by TPOL Nathan

Having recently pointed out the rapidly expanding authoritarianism of the State of Colorado, we at TPOL now turn our attention to their de-facto ally to the south. The State of New Mexico is yet another example of how history, culture, … Continue reading →

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Canadian military tells chaplains not to talk about religion in public

Posted on 2026-08-18 by TPOL Nathan

From the point of view of a lover of liberty, the entire idea of military chaplaincy has many rather strange facets. Here at TPOL, we tend to think a lot of Bob Heinlein’s idea of chaplaincy as a voluntary extra … Continue reading →

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You were our countrymen – the limits of evil

Posted on 2026-08-17 by TPOL Nathan

“If ye love wealth better than liberty, the tranquility of servitude better than the animating contest of freedom, go home from us in peace.  We ask not your counsels or arms. Crouch down and lick the hands which feed you. May … Continue reading →

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Colorado sinking fast

Posted on 2026-08-11 by TPOL Nathan

Right now, attention nationally seems to be on those States where Democratic mobs are busy nominating members and fellow-travelers of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA = Communists) to run as governors, senators, representatives, and a whole bunch of State … Continue reading →

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Public presence, public duty

Posted on 2026-08-09 by TPOL Nathan

Is it reasonable to say that libertarians, and even lovers of liberty who are rational, free-market, anarchists, believe that members of a community do have some public duties? Even while we recognize that people have a God-given right to reject … Continue reading →

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Liberty lost: the Connecticut situation

Posted on 2026-08-08 by TPOL Nathan

Libertas Coalition and various Homeschoolers groups have shared this unwelcome piece of news with us: “Connecticut has passed the most restrictive homeschool law in the country, and families in every state should understand what’s in it. Starting in 2027, parents … Continue reading →

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The latest Old World Crisis: the Ceuta invasion

Posted on 2026-08-07 by TPOL Nathan

Last week, about 60,000 “migrants” pushed across the undefended, unfortified border between the Kingdoms of Morrocco and Spain. (The numbers cited vary wildly.) Since the Spanish city of Ceuta has only 83,000 residents and is separated from the rest of … Continue reading →

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A forgotten anniversary – reminding us that history is written by the apparent winners and is not an excuse for more aggression

Posted on 2026-08-06 by TPOL Nathan

Yesterday was the 183rd anniversary of a forgotten event. Some kind soul (with the spirit of a historian who seeks to find and tell the truth) posted this: For readers interested, Massacre Canyon is located in southwestern Nebraska; the memorial … Continue reading →

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Civic duty? Or vigilantism?

Posted on 2026-08-03 by TPOL Nathan

This weekend, in Idaho (of all places), a serious and tragic situation unfolded. This posting from Spec Ops magazine explains what went down: Unfortunately, three people still died (not counting their suicidal killer) and seven were wounded. As one commenter … Continue reading →

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