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💛 What Can You Do to Protect Our Freedom?

The Glenn Meder Newsletter • 137 implied HN points • 12 Sep 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Freedom Rights Government Tyranny Constitution
  1. The most important thing to ensure freedom is to remember that your rights come from God, not from the government.
  2. Tyranny thrives when people believe their rights come from the government, so believing in rights from God is crucial.
  3. The foundation of freedom lies in the belief that rights come from God, as seen in the US, making it a beacon for freedom.

Is There a Right to Immigrate?

Fake Noûs • 324 implied HN points • 01 Jul 23
🌍 World Politics Immigration Rights Nationalism Economics Ethics
  1. Immigration restrictions can violate individual rights by preventing people from escaping poverty or oppression.
  2. There is a simple argument that supports the idea that immigration restrictions are typically wrong.
  3. Reasons often given for restricting immigration, like protecting jobs or culture, may not justify the harmful coercion and violation of rights that come with those restrictions.

The Meaning of the Rainbow Revolution

eugyppius: a plague chronicle • 245 implied HN points • 11 Jun 23
🌍 World Politics State power Liberalism Rights
  1. Western liberal tradition aims to limit state power and believes in the sovereignty of the people, but this approach has faced challenges with the evolution of unchecked authoritative regimes.
  2. Liberal checks on state power have led to the development of legal and cultural strategies to bypass limitations, making the state a more dangerous entity.
  3. The concept of rights in liberal systems has been manipulated to expand state power by emphasizing positive over negative rights, leading to the creation of novel rights that can restrict traditional freedoms.

Do you even Constitution?

Disaffected Newsletter • 359 implied HN points • 10 Jun 22
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Constitution Rights Governance Law Civics
  1. Most people misunderstand their rights and think they need the law to permit them to do something. In reality, rights come from being human, not from being written down in laws.
  2. The framers of the Constitution worried that people would feel their rights were limited to what was specifically listed. They emphasized that we have more rights than what is written in the Constitution.
  3. This misunderstanding can lead to accepting unjust government actions like executive orders or mandates because people think they need permission to act without specific laws.
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Rage against the rainbow:

docu-mental: mapping the american states of mind • 39 implied HN points • 28 Mar 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics LGBTQ+ Policy Rights Social Issues Democracy
  1. DeSantis's war on LGBTQ+ teens reveals broader issues with imagination and societal norms.
  2. Nonbinary sexual expression is symbolically represented by the rainbow and may point to a new human future beyond hierarchy.
  3. There is a need for nuanced debate on issues raised by laws like the 'Don't Say Gay' bill, focusing on the well-being of young adults exploring their identities.

Video: Can Repair Short Circuit Our Tech-Enabled Dystopia?

Fight to Repair • 19 implied HN points • 25 Oct 22
🕹 Technology Repair Dystopia Monopolies Rights Security
  1. In our current reality, device makers use various tactics to maintain monopolies on repair services, which can lead to a less secure ecosystem and poorer service for consumers.
  2. The 'right to repair' movement aims to combat these monopolies and create a circular economy that reduces waste and enhances security and privacy for technology users.
  3. Experts at the DEF CON Conference discussed how dismantling repair monopolies can help prevent a 'Brazil' style dystopia and promote a more sustainable and secure tech landscape.

The right to do nothing

Theory Matters • 7 implied HN points • 02 Mar 24
📖 Philosophy Rights Personal freedom Political participation
  1. It can be valuable to recognize and respect the right to do nothing, even in a world that often glorifies constant activity and productivity.
  2. In the realm of politics, the choice to not participate should be acknowledged and accepted, as not everyone feels compelled or interested in engaging in political processes.
  3. Deciding how we spend our time is a personal choice, and it's important to appreciate that the right not to act is as significant as the right to act in various aspects of life.

The limits of rights

Theory Matters • 14 implied HN points • 02 Jul 23
📖 Philosophy Ethics Rights
  1. The post discusses the concept of rights and entitlements.
  2. It mentions the statement 'No human being is illegal' in relation to the migrant crisis.
  3. There is an invitation to subscribe for a 7-day free trial to access full post archives.

The Perversion of the Law According to Frédéric Bastiat

Wayne's Earth • 0 implied HN points • 14 Dec 22
📖 Philosophy Ethics Justice Law Rights Activism
  1. Laws should protect people's rights, not promote injustice or inequality. Bastiat warned against the misuse of laws by those in power.
  2. Today, governments still misuse laws to suppress freedoms, protect corporate interests, and justify corruption. It is essential to be aware of these issues and take action.
  3. To combat the perversion of the law, it is crucial to educate ourselves on our rights, hold leaders accountable, and speak out against injustice. Equality under the law should be a shared goal.

Free Speech

Wayne's Earth • 0 implied HN points • 06 Jan 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Free speech Democracy Politics Civil Discourse Rights
  1. Free speech is crucial for a healthy democracy, enabling citizens to express opinions without fear of censorship and contributing to public dialogue and understanding.
  2. Protecting free speech involves not only defending individuals' right to speak out, but also actively listening to and respecting the opinions of others to foster civil discourse and bridge divides.
  3. Despite challenges, free speech must be upheld and promoted as a fundamental right that helps safeguard citizens' voices and facilitates important conversations in society.

Frédéric Bastiat on the Perversion of the Law

Wayne's Earth • 0 implied HN points • 14 Dec 22
📖 Philosophy Ethics Government Justice Rights Freedom
  1. Frédéric Bastiat argued that when laws are misused to benefit some at the expense of others, it violates basic human rights and harms society.
  2. He emphasized that laws should solely protect individual rights and freedoms, not be exploited for personal gain or political advantage.
  3. Bastiat's warnings about the perversion of law are still relevant today, cautioning against governments using laws to favor certain groups over others and stressing the importance of upholding justice and liberty for all.

What is the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms?

Wayne's Earth • 0 implied HN points • 14 Dec 22
🌍 World Politics Rights Freedom Canada Constitution Democracy
  1. The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms ensures equal treatment for all Canadians under the law by guaranteeing fundamental freedoms such as freedom of religion, expression, and protection from discrimination.
  2. The Charter protects individuals from government interference by ensuring the right to life, liberty, and security, as well as access to fair trials and protection against cruel or unusual punishment.
  3. Key features of the Charter include respect for democracy, minority rights, equal access to justice, protection under the law regardless of social or economic status, and access to government services and education regardless of language.