Libertarian Republican reports on an astonishing statement by Illinois Senator Elect Mark Kirk.
“Tonight I stand before you as a fiscal conservative, a social moderate, and a national security hawk.”
Wow! Another addition to the libertarian wing of the Republican Party. Libertarian Republican goes on to say:
Congratulations to the new Republican Senator from the State of Illinois, from the fiscally conservative, socially moderate, national security hawk wing of the GOP.
Note – Kirk is a 20-year Veteran of the United States Military.
See – Breitbart Video of Kirk’s victory speech.
Another video for your amusement: Gonna Win – We’re Taking Over.
I first became a Libertarian in 1988 when I voted for Ron Paul for President. By 2000 I had been Secretary/Treasurer of the local Libertarian club for 3 years. The 9/11 “event” caused me to become a libertarian Republican because the Libertarian Party was nuts on national defense.
We have come a long way baby. From a fringe movement to regular mentions in the national press. Along with a few Senators and Congressmen. I hope to live long enough to see a libertarian Republican President.
Cross Posted at Power and Control
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3 responses to “Mark Kirk A Closet Libertarian?”
Yes, Kirk was the Rep for IL-10, which is my Lake County area, and has always been socially moderate, fiscally conservative as reflects the area. He was about the best candidate we could hope for from IL.
“I hope to live long enough to see a libertarian Republican President.”
What you said. Heck, I’d even settle for a libertarian-libertarian president. And fight him to pieces on defunding the military. 😉
Even a libertarian democrat would do. Though I think that’s REALLY in the realm of “dream on.”
Still, would be nice to have someone to vote FOR again. (Since I did the same as you -“The 9/11 “event” caused me to become a libertarian Republican because the Libertarian Party was nuts on national defense.”
Does Kirk plan to join the Liberty Caucus?
“I hope to live long enough to see a libertarian Republican President.” I would settle for a Calvin Coolidge conservative (not much difference).