Librarians, Keepers of the Liberty

[horseofcourse]

Originally Posted by Bold Brooklynite

I have never used the word "liberal" ... you can look up all of my posts and you won't find that word ... except in this post.

The word I use to describe people whose political beliefs are contrary to mine is "leftist" ... which means someone who believes in statism and collectivism and government control of people's lives.

On the other hand ... a "liberal" is someone who believes in freedom ... and the right of individuals to live their lives without suppression or coercion by the government. A "liberal" is almost the exact opposite of a "leftist." And that's how I describe my political and economic beliefs ... I am a liberal ... I believe in individual freedom.

Sorry BB to lump you in with those. I went back and looked and you are right, you used leftist and not liberal. My mistake. Those I have mentioned though have used liberal as a negative term which is my beef with them. You really need both sides, not just one.