New Video - Alex Merced The Libertarian - Decentralized Technology (IPFS, Mastodon, https://t.co/qq5P7zGJ2w, Blockchain) - https://t.co/YRIgtcvK7Q - #amliberty #libertarian
— Alex Merced (He/Him) (@alexmerced) Oct 24, 2021
Been awhile since I’ve made a real video for my economics and libertarianism YouTube channel. I think the message in this video is important needed longer form articulation. Video: https://t.co/gcw5MlUGCE #Libertarian #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) Aug 9, 2021
New Video - Alex Merced The Libertarian - Being Kind and Making Liberty Happen (Liberty for the Masses) - https://t.co/gcw5MlUGCE - #amliberty #libertarian
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) Aug 9, 2021
New Video - Alex Merced The Libertarian - Billionaires in Space (Net Worth and Solving World Hunger) - https://t.co/F32RlzpBVC - #amliberty #libertarian
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) Jul 22, 2021
Pet Peeve: that there is a silver bullet strategy or tactic to a free world. Nope, it is all of the above, let’s go through it… #Libertarian #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) Jun 29, 2021
Bottom Line I’m for free markets in everything: family formation, culture, relationships, migration, capital, etc. I’m against protectionism in any of the above. Love for others tends to lead to free markets, fear/hate of others leads to protectionism. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) Jun 26, 2021
Coexistance and Harmony aren't the same thing. I totally believe diverse individuals can coexist peacefully. That peace isn't always harmonious, and that's ok. #Libertarian #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) Jun 24, 2021
Figured it may not be a bad time to remind everyone why the Libertarian Party did, does and will always matter. Give it a listen. #amliberty #Libertarian https://t.co/sPEmcL6ruC
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) Jun 18, 2021
New Video - Alex Merced The Libertarian - - https://t.co/prXQGpq8Fi - #amliberty #libertarian
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) May 26, 2021
The answer isn’t to judge those who are in fear but encourage the inner reflections that can help us overcome that fear and anxiety that causes some to resort to oppressive, divisive and sometimes violent responses. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) May 13, 2021
People are always quick to judge the more powerful entities in a conflict for being overly aggressive and fearful. But fear can often be irrational, how often do we kill a harmless bug out of fear when we are clearly the more powerful actor in the conflict. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) May 13, 2021
Libertarianism is about diminishing the role of the state in how society governs itself and infusing as much consent into it as possible. This nuance and distinction matters. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) May 7, 2021
When people have the power to choose and consent, bad governance can be held accountable. Monopolies over violence do not have that consent/choice mechanism to reign them in leading to abuses. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) May 7, 2021
All these governing bodies have practices of varying quality (governance). Yes, we want better governance in society. This usually means governments need more accountability which is where voluntarism comes in. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) May 7, 2021
A government that is also a state can lead to some pretty bad abuses but not all governments are states. HOAs, corporate boards are governments of voluntary associations. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) May 7, 2021
The state, being a monopoly on the “legitimate” use of violence has the issue you see with any monopoly: increased costs, lower quality and lack of accountability. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) May 7, 2021
The State, Government and Governance are different things. One is a monopoly on the use of violence, the next a body that governs a group of people, and the last the practices of governing. This distinction matters. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) May 7, 2021
Often times, the most passion filled fights aren’t the most productive, and the most productive fights aren’t the most passion filled. 🤷🏽♂️ #amliberty #libertarian
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) May 1, 2021
Reminder, the best way to promote your cause is to speak to positives of your cause and ignore the competition. Attacks bring attention to their targets, make them sympathetic and your cause less. Being positive is strategically smart. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) April 30, 2021
This is one of the greatest things ever to come from goRemy and Reason => https://t.co/p14NFfYStx #amliberty #doge
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) April 30, 2021
Being kind to someone is not an endorsement of everything a person said, did or will do.
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) April 29, 2021
So be kinder to each other and less judgemental to those who choose kindness. #libertarian #amliberty
We all want a world where we get along. Getting along involves others choosing to respect your boundaries and you choosing to respect there’s. The #Libertarian framework is what most lends itself to this possibility. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) April 25, 2021
Fixing social divisions and social inequities are not fixed by demonizing or compelling each other. It’s done by choosing to talk to each other with an intent to understand and move forward together. Lately, everyone sucks at this. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) April 24, 2021
Reducing national incidents to one party being an angel and the other a demon and debating who fits what role is NOT helpful. We are all imperfect but still are entitled to individual rights and being subject to the consequences of our decisions. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) April 24, 2021
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— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) April 19, 2021
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Discussions of social challenges often devolves into a game of blame or dismiss. This isn’t productive. Factors that leads to social imperfections are many, complex and long standing. What we need is a discussion of how together we can move against the current. #amliberty #l…
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) April 18, 2021
Some on different sides want to construct the lens and language we use to discuss real social challenges in a way that provokes and divides. What we need is a language/lens that allows us to understand and appreciate each other, that is individualism. #libertarian #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) April 18, 2021
Some want to prevent bad things by removing means. Means isn’t the catalyst, motivation is. Motivation isn’t something that can be changed by mandate but can be changed with empathy and kindness. Providing that is a choice we all have to make. #amliberty #libertarian
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) April 18, 2021
Interview about my influences and state of mind => https://t.co/GVSYDYM6BJ #amliberty #libertarian
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) April 12, 2021
New Video - Alex Merced The Libertarian - The Dangers of Populism Left, Right and Libertarian - https://t.co/K5LL5VmdqI - #amliberty #libertarian
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) April 11, 2021
New Video - Alex Merced The Libertarian - Socialism vs Liberalism - https://t.co/eqcI5xZ5O2 - #amliberty #libertarian
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) April 11, 2021
New Podcast Episode: https://t.co/AxDv17eDd5 #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) April 11, 2021
What sounds more selfish, “Wanting people to pursue their dreams, priorities and aspirations on their own terms” or “Obligating the time and resources of others towards the priorities of someone else”. Just Saying. #Libertarian #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) April 6, 2021
If someone tells you to do something and your automatic response is to do the opposite, haven’t they still made a decision for you? Take time, weighs context, facts and other info, and independently make an informed choice. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) April 2, 2021
You can be wise and unwise in standing up for what is right. Although, to the extent you can, it’s better to stand up for what is right wisely. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) April 2, 2021
Hatchets are heavy, it’s faster to move forward by burying them. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) April 1, 2021
If you compare a 4ft stick to a 6ft stick in an attempt to make the smaller stick seem bigger, don’t be surprised that many will take it as making the larger stick seem smaller. Communicate wisely, thoughtfully and with empathy. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) April 1, 2021
If you can’t model the world you want, hard to expect others to do so. The only thing you truly control is you so start the global transformation towards consent and coexistence with yourself. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) March 28, 2021
New podcast episode about populism => https://t.co/REeEEqeR9O #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) March 26, 2021
Super Glad to see Reason is back to doing these comedic shorts, they are so good. #Libertarian #amliberty => https://t.co/lYHQApnVJd
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) March 24, 2021
Reasons to be kind and thoughtful
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) March 4, 2021
- Feels Good
- Sets a good example for others
- Creates Opportunities
- Strengthens Relationships
- Positive Reciprocity
Not being kind has the downside of the exact opposite of the above list. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) February 28, 2021
The introspection that this speaker uses in thinking how to expand the niche community of functional programming is what we need in the #libertarian movement. #amliberty https://t.co/wGherOnlYS
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) February 16, 2021
Love is hard. Love is hard to earn, it requires large doses of forgiveness and empathy but when harnessed can motivate people while strengthening what makes a society prosperous: voluntary interaction, cooperation and exchange. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) February 10, 2021
Fear is easy. Fear can get peoples attention, move people to action quickly, but wears away at the seams of a free society and fruits it would otherwise bear. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) February 10, 2021
Been awhile since I’ve been a libertarian podcast or YouTube program, if you want to know my opinion on the markets and crypto in recent times, Dan Behrman and I talk about it for an hour in this video. #amlibertyhttps://t.co/KIejMSihYM
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) February 9, 2021
New Podcast Episode => Digital Good/Labor, rethinking inflation, interest rates and price levels#amlibertyhttps://t.co/sPWFRmXtop
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) February 8, 2021
New Video - Alex Merced The Libertarian - Digital Goods - Rethinking Inflation, Interest Rates and Price Levels - https://t.co/bye8ZRBlw4 - #amliberty #libertarian
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) February 8, 2021
Just a reminder to shape the world around you with your positive example. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) February 6, 2021
New Video - Alex Merced The Libertarian - Why Shorting Stock and Options are important and People should relax - https://t.co/5WmWLY5T2M - #amliberty #libertarian
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) January 31, 2021
Politics isn’t social media. Politics is building influence for your ideas by building relationships with communities that clarify the benefits of your proposals and the cost of others. Social Media shaming, gate keeping and snobbery is a fail. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) January 27, 2021
It’s sensible to have standards and say in my home, in my space only people who meet those standards can come in. Although, if you try too hard to scrutinize everyone you’ll find or imagine reasons why everyone doesn’t meet those standards. Balance. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) January 24, 2021
How do you make a movement irrelevant, by not giving them what they want, attention and an enemy. The last thing they want is to be ignored by people living a peaceful example of kindness and tolerance contrary to their narrative. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) January 23, 2021
Just be the best you, and let the worst them go ignored #amliberty pic.twitter.com/2Xou5evYX2
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) January 23, 2021
Seeking to excessively punish dangerous movements based on fear and hate often results in feeding the narrative of marginalization that allows them to recruit and grow. #amliberty #blowback #domestic
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) January 23, 2021
The reason being kind and giving people more patience than they may deserve matters, is not because you’ll change their mind but by showing a calm kind face you take away their ability to radicalize the fear and anger of others. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) January 23, 2021
Remember people pay people for value, and someone who loves to do something will put time and care into it creating value. When talking to a potential client/employer, forget fear and focus on talking about your passion and how it relates to solving their challenges. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) January 22, 2021
Often times the things that inflame our passions aren’t the same as the things that unite us, often times they are the opposite. The question is which is the context for PEACEFUL change. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) January 21, 2021
You never know who is watching so always be your best. Be kind, be thoughtful and be curious. Opportunities will be plentiful and you’ll inspire others to be their better selves along the way. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) January 20, 2021
Consent promotes reciprocity and acts as a mechanism for accountability. Why wouldn’t we want more consent in every aspect of our lives? #amliberty #libertarian #consent
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) January 20, 2021
This is a great video that goes over interesting Disney history along with interesting insights into socialism, commercialism and creating private voluntary nations. #amlibertyhttps://t.co/TVftpoBl0Y
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) January 18, 2021
The Libertarian Party is filled with diverse people with diverse beliefs. Some may seem radical and some may seem pragmatic to you. What matters is everyone is here cause they believe that things can be better by protecting and enabling your liberty. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) January 18, 2021
The Libertarian Party is filled with diverse people with diverse beliefs. Some may seem radical and some may pragmatic to you. What matters is everyone is here cause they believe that things can be better by protecting and enabling your liberty. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) January 18, 2021
Just want to thank @jess4liberty for everything she has done for the Libertarian Party and the greater liberty movement, my deepest gratitude for years of dedication, sacrifice and hard work. #ThankYou #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) January 16, 2021
The way I think of Liberty isn’t the one true way to liberty, nor do I care to declare it so. What I do want is as many people to liberty in some shape or form as possible, so the larger social discussion pivots more in that direction than away from it. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) January 15, 2021
The goal should be to listen not for inconsistencies but the constant value their inconsistencies are appealing to, focus there and appeal to that value and you’ll see progress. Implied preferences matter more than stated ones. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) January 14, 2021
While integrity and consistency matter to being a good model, in persuading, it matters less that your target is consistent since your challenging them. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) January 14, 2021
Some people can be cruel but think of the great value you can provide yourself and others by being kind, forgiving and tolerant. Don't let the impulse for punishment/vengeance drive you from the prosperity of goodness. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) January 14, 2021
How can one expect a free world to sustain liberty and property rights if we don’t have compassion and empathy to value and protect each other’s autonomy? How do we expect that to manifest if we don’t model it? #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) January 14, 2021
When we assume the worst in each other we tell others to the same to others. You want a better world then get into the habit of assuming better, forgiving, and looking for good and others will do the same. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) January 13, 2021
Using the means of your enemies may allow you to defeat them but it doesn’t give you the clout the disavow the means. You want a kinder, gentler world built on consent, you need to win with those very means. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) January 13, 2021
You want people to make better choices, shaming them will often just result in them doing the opposite to spite you. Be a shining beacon of the happiness and success your values create and they will emulate. I aim to model tolerance, empathy and kindness, you? #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) January 13, 2021
Podcast Episode with my thoughts of the events of the last week =>https://t.co/SFHe5zIqLb#Libertarian #Amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) January 10, 2021
New Video - Alex Merced The Libertarian - Blockstack, Bitcoin, Capitol Building, Trump, Twitter, Parler - https://t.co/riRBmIFNGO - #amliberty #libertarian
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) January 10, 2021
For those worried about deplatforming. Progressive Web App technology will make mobile applications in the future less dependent on app stores, and federated social networks like mastodon will also facilitate another level of protection. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) January 9, 2021
The World is facing some large economic and social challenges but the answer is in each of us, not in handing power and responsibility to others seeking power. By choosing to be kind, generous and build community the world will overcome. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) January 8, 2021
Be generous and tolerant and let each other live our lives without aggression, allow our fates to be determined by the effort we give, the relationships we build and the community that emerges from freely exchanging ideas, goods and services. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) January 4, 2021
There is no greater tolerance than that of the chaos and uncertainty free people bring along with the limitless potential and growth that rises from it. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) January 4, 2021
I want a kinder more generous world, cause there is nothing more generous than allowing each other to live our lives, pursue our motivation and seek fulfillment in our individual ways. #amliberty
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) January 4, 2021
It’s good for there to be innovation and evolution in language especially if it facilitates more voices in markets and society. Yes, I am discouraged when people try to rush evolution with shame or violence, but we should encourage evolution. #amliberty #libertarian #freemarkets
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) January 3, 2021
Good communication matters. Those more able to effectively communicate their grievances and feel heard are less likely to then express those grievances with aggression. Speak often, listen more frequently. #amliberty #libertarian
— Alex Merced (@alexmerced) January 2, 2021
