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Civil Liberties
The Gadsden flag: a historic symbol rooted in classical liberalism
The Gadsden flag, with its famous depiction of a defensive timber rattlesnake and the motto “Don’t tread on me,” has commonly been associated with the liberty movement, the values of individual freedom, and opposition to coercion. However, much confusion has emerged surrounding the Gadsden flag’s meaning and significance, particularly in recent years. Over time, a variety of groups have attempted to appropriate the symbol as a representation of their cause, even if this cause is completely contrary to the ideas and values the Gadsden flag has been traditionally understood to represent. The
Announcement
What to expect at LibertyCon International 2022
This October, LibertyCon International will be back on the calendar for the first time since 2019! Students For Liberty invites all
Civil Liberties
National divorce is not a pro-liberty solution
Fear is the stalwart and eternal ally of tyranny, and sowing division is the surest way to make people afraid. Today, many Americans aren’t
Topics in Focus
A new beginning for the Learn Liberty blog
July 15, 2022 | Russell Coates
The new Learn Liberty blog will cover a wide range of topics connected to Students For Liberty’s pillars. Our goal is to host a growing library of informative pieces and offer commentary on current events relevant to the liberty movement.
Checking in on China: why hard times lie ahead
July 15, 2022 | Ethan Yang
The past couple of decades may have suggested that China’s competent, authoritarian style of governance may be an alternative model for the world. However, the regime is now faced with the consequences of its actions with a slim off ramp to preserve progress and power at the same time.
Five myths about inflation
April 12, 2022 | Russell Coates
In order to be able to address the root problems of inflation, we need to dispel some common myths. Here are our top five picks: