Libertarianism - minarchism vs. anarchism..

[meritocrat]

I want to debate with someone whether libertarianism is best implemented via a minarchy or an anarcho-capitalist state (meaning condition of course).

[KnightWhoSaysNi]

Originally posted by meritocrat
I want to debate with someone whether libertarianism is best implemented via a minarchy or an anarcho-capitalist state (meaning condition of course).

Hi meritocrat,

You meant "monarchy," right?

This just needs a little clarity. If I understand you correctly, do wish to debate whether or not laissez faire capitalism works better in a monarchy vs. a democracy?

If I could offer a suggestion, your proposed topic does seem somewhat narrow and you may not get many responses to your challenge. Something more clear cut like a "libertarianism vs. socialism" debate, however, might get more people to pick up your gauntlet.

Jason

[Autonemesis]

Originally posted by Nightshade
You meant "monarchy," right?

MINARCHISM
Term coined in 1971 by Samuel Edward Konkin III to substitute for the clumsy phrase, "limited-government Libertarian."

The minarchist position was summarized by Thomas Jefferson, the third president of the United States, who said, "That government is best which governs least."

[meritocrat]

Yes, I mean a minimum state as opposed to no government.

[KnightWhoSaysNi]

Originally posted by meritocrat
Yes, I mean a minimum state as opposed to no government.

Okay, I understand. The problem is that most anarchists I'm aware of are strongly anti-capitalist. Assuming you subscribe to the 'minarchist' view, then you may have a hard time enlisting an opponent. Unless he's from Bartertown from Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome or something... :p

Jason

[meritocrat]

Well anarcho-capitalists believe in capitalism and private property.

I know there are some libertarians here so I figure there must be some anarcho-capitalists I can debate with.

[meritocrat]

Oh come on. :)

There must be SOME anarcho-capitalists here.

[FustinJelux]

There are plenty of them on alt.anarchism. They are worse than Christians.

[contracycle]

I don't think you can get a menaingful debate on these grounds. "minarchism" is at best highly suspect, at worst its a completely empty phrase. It does not actually contain a proposal, merely expresses an aspiration.

[meritocrat]

The majority of libertarians are minarchists. Perhaps you simply don't understand the meaning of a minarchist government.

[God Fearing Atheist]

I might be just the character you're looking for, merit. What exactly do you propose, format wise?

-GFA (archosaur supremicist and anarcho-capitalist)

[meritocrat]

A standard debate would do.:)