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Old 12-22-2005, 12:15 PM
Kurn, son of Mogh Kurn, son of Mogh is offline
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Default Re: Is libertarianism at odds with Christianity?

would Christ, if He were walking around today, be a liberal? Would He really support social programs, caring for the poor, national healthcare, etc.?


As a non-religious libertarian who has studied religion, while its easy for me to make a flip remark equating Jesus' message as socialism, I don't necessarily think that the concept of "Christian Charity" presupposes government involvement.

I think you can be in favor of helping the less fortunate and still be opposed to the government forcing everyone to do so.

I see no contradiction.
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