Minarchism's Position on the Political Compass
On eXcenda's two-axis model, Minarchism sits at coordinatesX = 80 (Economic axis: +6 market/right) andY = 86 (Social axis: +7.2 liberty).
Core Principles
Foundational pillars of Minarchism:
The state exists solely to protect citizens from force, theft, fraud, and external aggression.
No individual or government may legitimately initiate physical coercion against peaceful individuals.
Economy operates entirely through voluntary contracts, competition, and market pricing.
Healthcare, schooling, and pensions are fully private, competitive, and voluntary.
Key Philosophers & Economists
Prominent figures historically associated with Minarchism:
Author of 'Anarchy, State, and Utopia', foundational defense of the minimal state.
Creator of Objectivism, champion of laissez-faire capitalism and rational self-interest.
Economic & Fiscal Model
How Minarchism approaches markets, public spending, and tax policy:
Minimal flat fee or voluntary fees strictly covering courts and national security.
Total deregulation across all industries. Complete freedom of contract.
Zero subsidies, zero tariffs, zero state-owned enterprises.
Fully private pension funds, medical insurance, and individual safety cushions.
What would Minarchism mean for your wealth?
Direct financial and net worth implications under this policy framework:
Maximum personal savings rate since tax extractions are nearly non-existent.
Gross salary translates almost 1:1 into net spendable income.
Free private land development without zoning restrictions or permit bottlenecks.
Complete personal responsibility to build private retirement, healthcare, and legacy funds.
Comparison with other ideologies
Key differences across the political spectrum:
Minarchism vs Anarcho-capitalism
Anarcho-capitalism privatizes law, courts, and defense; minarchism retains a state monopoly over these three.
Minarchism vs Classical Liberalism
Classical liberalism accepts limited public infrastructure, rejected by strict minarchists.
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