attitude shift (fulfilling a request...)

Some of my attitudes, political and social, have shifted a bit in the past several years. I think some of this is related to religious changes, but only related, not really caused by. I am not and have never been a member of the religious right.

I didn't know the word "libertarian" until sometime during college. It's a pretty good characterization. I've long been offended by the economics of liberals and the "we know best" agendas of conservatives. (Obviously, I am generalizing here.) I have long been annoyed, in particular, by the agenda of liberals on "social issues" like welfare and social security. I believe that as far as governments are concerned, this is a purely private matter. Voluntary charity, not coerced taxes, should fund programs for the poor, and each person should be responsible for his own retirement planning (and will likely do a better job of managing such funds, because it's in his best interest).

( a ramble lies ahead )