He begins by acknowledging that political inquiry and thinking, can only lead to uncertain and disputable conclusions, but argues, Through thinking, I suggest, one can gain a sort of humanity that is not available in any other way. He concludes with what, for him, is a very judgemental comment. This, I fear, is what we re up against today. BUT do not expect to be persuaded by reason. It could not be otherwise.
Thought requires reflection.
Crises demand immediate action. In the absence of reasoned reflection the appropriate response, the neutral corner, is scepticism. It is difficult to think of a crisis in the post war years that was not made worse by popular over-reaction. Among my libertarian friends it s more a case of discovering a writer that captures the essence of their individualist views. Here are a few quotes from a sampling of libertarians and others who have inspired libertarians.