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The American First Amendment: A Poem
A creative poem by 71 Republic's Nate Galt describing the true nature of the first amendment right to free speech in our supposedly free country.
The Social Media Censorship Problem, Solved
Ultimately, the questions of censorship and the right to free speech online all boil down to simple matters of property rights.
Metals Tariffs Could Cost Petroleum Industry $7 Billion by 2023
The long-term growth of US oil processing is dependent on the price of metal and the damage that tariffs could have on US oil production is irreversible.
Trump’s Border Wall Is Another of His Broken Promises
No wall, no balanced budget, no Mexico paying — the shutdown threat can't hide the pattern.
What’s in a Name?
Many are saying that the Earth is entering a new geological period, which they say should be called the Anthropocene.
Bush May Be Dead, but Crypto Isn’t
The mainstream media hasn't hesitated to bury crypto six feet under the ground with former president H.W.
The Importance of Voluntary Hierarchies
The idea of having another individual above you is seen as tyrannical by many, but it can benefit institutions and society if agreed upon.
Missing Morals: How a Single Story Leads Us Towards War
President Obama’s speech on counterterrorism strategy serves as a sinister example of how a single story can be used for the sake of harm.
The Case Against Title IX in Athletics
Though Title IX was made with good intentions, the implementation has been poor, resulting in many popular men's sports teams being cut.
Is Britain Still a Free Country Today?
Though Britain was once a free and prosperous country, it has become increasing Orwellian in recent years as surveillance and government spending increase.
Democracy Is a Threat to Individual Liberty
Democracy is flawed when it comes to protecting the rights of the individual, but is successful in restricting those rights.
The Media’s Molestation of Mueller and Climate Science
A stream of consciousness of cutting opinions on critical events ranging from the war in Yemen to climate change and the Mueller probe.
It’s Time the United States End Its Saudi Arabian Alliance
The alliance with a nation which defies everything America stands for and denies the concept of human rights is not one America should be a part of.
Should Doctors Stay in Their Lane? Physician Says Yes
The National Rifle Association said doctors should stay in their lane when it comes to gun control, and they're not wrong.
3 Times Anarcho-Capitalist Private Law Has Worked
While many may dismiss the idea of anarcho-capitalist law for its perceived lack of real-world success, here are three great examples of it working.
A Lesson for “The Left” on Guns
Political divisiveness in America is well exemplified by the behavior of both “the left” and “the right” on guns, with little communication truly occurring.
Libertarians Should Support Wisconsin’s Lame Duck Bill
The Wisconsin State Legislature is trying to weaken the powers of the state government, making it harder for the Democratic Governor-elect to make change.
The Danger of Giving a Good Man Power
Allowing people to expand the scope and extent of the power of their office leaves it forever changed so that preserving liberty is nearly impossible.
Ruining ‘Adam Ruins Guns’
A rebuttal to the gun episode of TruTV’s “Adam Ruins Everything.”
The Tyrannical Nature of National Debt
The next generation will not have voted in their congressional representatives, yet will still have to pay off the debt they created.
The French “Yellow Vests” Movement Is Not Slowing Down
Though French President Emmanuel Macron suspended his infamous gas tax hike, the Yellow Vests are set to rally again Saturday.
Assange May No Longer Face Extradition to America
Julian Assange, the founder of Wikileaks, may no longer have to fear being extradited to the United States of America.
The True Cost of Socialized Healthcare: Canadian Eugenics
This action and similar ones are not a fluke, but a feature of a government-run system.
US Senators: ‘No Doubt’ Crown Prince Involved in Khashoggi Killing
Top US Senators left a closed-door briefing entirely sure Saudia Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman was involved in the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
Libertarianism: A Social Philosophy of Persuasion
By embracing persuasion in a social sphere, rather than a political one, humanity can take its final steps towards true freedom.
The 7 Most Important Schools of Libertarian Thought
Though much diversity exists in the field of libertarian thought, these seven branches are most important to understanding the ideology.
Agency and Free Will Are About Influence, Not Control
Only by framing agency and free will as a question of absolute control over the events of the universe can someone truly deny it.
What Americans Should Learn From the Yellow Vests
The Yellow Vests, unlike American advocates for freedom from government tyranny, know how to actually bring about change.
71 Republic Launches Technology Integration With Parler®
71 Republic is pleased to announce a partnership with Parler that will allow our readers to access a new commenting platform through our publication.
Nigel Farage (Br)Exits the UKIP Amidst Party Chaos
Brexit champion Nigel Farage, alongside former mayor of London Boris Johnson, has decided to leave the UKIP amidst internal crisis.
How Noah Berlatsky and CNN Got Free Speech Wrong
In a recent editorial, CNN's Noah Berlatsky got several things wrong about the extension of free speech rights to proclaimed racists and bigots.
President Trump Invited to George H. W. Bush’s Funeral
President Donald Trump was notably excluded from former Senator John McCain's funeral service but was recently invited to attend George Bush Sr.'s funeral.
Poll: 72% of the French Support “Les Gilets Jaunes”
After police opened fire against Les Gilets Jaunes, French tax protestors, the group has sparked international protests worth dubbing the European Spring.
French Students Protest Education Change Through Violent Demonstrations
After the Macron administration unveiled plans to massively change the education system, French students took to the streets in protest.
French Government Opens Fire on Tax Protesters
In Paris, anti-Macron protestors called "Yellow Vests" are being shot at by the French police, resulting in at least 110 people injured.
The USA Cannot Let Turkey and Saudi Arabia Fall
A look at the history of Russia, Turkey and greater Europe reveals why the US is pursuing a policy that supports Saudi Arabia and Turkey simultaneously.
Disney Will Break the Bank and Drain Your Wallet in 2019
With movies from Marvel and the Star Wars series, as well as live-action adaptations of classic films, Disney will have a superb 2019.
The Second Amendment Is Still Working
The second amendment is necessary to protect the people from government tyranny, and is still effective in providing a means of resistance.
Vietnamese Migration to Canada as a Template for Refugee Settlement
The settlement of Vietnamese refugees in Canada after the Vietnam War should be a blueprint for how nations should settle migrants from other cultures.
We Need a Revolution in American Education
The American education model, based off of the 19th Century Prussian model, has a clear disregard for the individuality of students in favor of Common Core.
The Winter War
A brief history of a forgotten war on the edge of the Arctic.
The Day Without a Mexican
A poem regarding the clear downfalls of President Trump's border wall and immigration ideas, and the benefits of Mexican immigration.
Ukraine Requests Assistance From NATO
After Russia seized several Ukrainian Naval vessels in the Sea of Azov, the country has asked NATO for military assistance.
Calvin Coolidge - One of Our Great Forgotten Presidents
Known by many as "Silent Cal" for his calm disposition, President Calvin Coolidge has a clear legacy of prosperity and freedom.
These 37 Senate Members Voted to Continue the War in Yemen
As the American-backed war in Yemen continues and the casualties rise, these 37 Senators voted against the discussion of an end.
A Lesson for the Right Wing on Guns
Calling gun-control supporters 'snowflakes' isn't an argument — the right needs to learn to press with questions instead.
Universal Basic Income Isn’t a Challenge to the Work Ethic
A universal basic income could not only be a solution to poverty but could also encourage engagement in meaningful activities.