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Libertarianism’s hidden shadow: Tyranny

Posted on July 5, 2015 by lawrence serewicz

For most people the word libertarian makes them think of liberty. Libertarians want to ensure individual freedom. At the same time, people will seek libertarianism as opposed to tyranny. Despite the surface belief, I argue that it hides a tyrannical … Continue reading →

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Ferguson and the return of Martin Luther King’s dream

Posted on November 27, 2014 by lawrence serewicz

Indicting Darren Wilson will not end racism. It will not even begin to end racism in America. It will not send a message to racist cops. It will not stop black men from being shot by the police. What we … Continue reading →

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Should we follow Aaron Swartz’s example on civil obedience to the laws?

Posted on November 8, 2014 by lawrence serewicz

In his Guerrilla Open Access Manifesto, Aaron Swartz writes “There is no justice in following unjust laws.” In the context he argues that there has been a private theft of public culture. In effect, copyright enriches the few at the … Continue reading →

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Edward Snowden and America’s suicide

Posted on February 12, 2014 by lawrence serewicz

The Snowden revelations are a wakeup call for the United States. He and his promoters have preached a jeremiad, but not the one most people believe they are hearing. Most people will believe they are trying to wake America up … Continue reading →

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Snowden, Manning and Tsarnaev: is the only difference a pressure cooker?

Posted on December 26, 2013 by lawrence serewicz

If we answer this question with a tentative yes, we uncover a deeper problem for liberal democracy. Exasperated by politics, the political process, and society’s failure to change the political system, the three men[1] acted in their respective ways to … Continue reading →

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A suggested summer reading list for Edward Snowden

Posted on July 16, 2013 by lawrence serewicz

Dear Mr. Snowden, I realize that you have a lot of time on your hands so I thought I would suggest a summer reading list for you. The various books, speeches, dialogues and letter may prove educational and useful in … Continue reading →

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