Define libertarianism. Discuss the libertarian view of government's role

What will be an ideal response?


An ideal response will:
1, Define libertarianism as a view that emphasizes the importance of individual choice and responsibility and free markets, in addition to small and limited government.
2, Explain that libertarianism believes that government's sole responsibilities are to defend the country militarily, to protect individuals from crime, and to enforce contracts, and that any actions by government outside of these areas compromise individual freedom.

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Television deepens a long-term tendency toward president-worship by __________

a. suggesting that the president is exceptionally religious b. showing a high degree of deference to the president's judgment c. focusing much more on the president than on other public officials d. running almost exclusively positive news reports about the president

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Being a member of Congress has changed substantially in the last 200 years. For example, __________

a. by 1850, House turnover every two years was nearly 90 percent b. members of Congress, early on, averaged 10 years of service c. members of Congress received no pay through the early 1800s d. to be a member of Congress was once a part-time job

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Which of the following agencies focuses on implementing international agreements regarding gender equality for women?

a. UN Women’s Rights Council b. Human Rights Watch Against the Abuse of Women c. UN Women d. Declaration on the Elimination of Violence against Women

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