Freedom Quiz

Freedom Quiz: Have you ever met or talked with someone who actually was willing to say he hated freedom or that he simply didn’t believe that people should be free?

Even the most statist and collectivist politician (in this country, at least) will give lip service to “freedom.” They all praise liberty and proudly tell us they are four-square behind it. Indeed, they usually claim that their latest legal proposal or regulation or policy that dictates what we must or must not do will actually increase the freedom of American citizens. I think it will be a long time coming before we get political truth-in-campaigning promises and see folks placing “I Hate Freedom” or “Freedom Sucks” or “Freedom is Overrated” bumper stickers on their cars.

Indeed, there are many libertarian-leaners who assure us they are “for” freedom. A significant number will go even farther and claim we are free. I have no reason to doubt their sincerity in making such a statement, though I do doubt their...well, um, never mind.

Given that quizzes are popular fodder in mainstream publishing, I thought I would offer one of my own for Atlas readers. It’s easy! It’s fun! It’s nonfattening! Simple “yes” or “no” answers. Uncomplicated scoring. Rewarding insights and possibilities for personal growth. What more could one desire?

So here goes. The Atlas Freedom Quiz (v. 1). Circle “yes” if you agree with the statement. Circle “no” if you disagree.