A synthesis between Aristotelian politeness and Kantian politeness combines two different ethical perspectives on social behavior: one centered on virtue and character formation, and the other on universal respect for persons as moral agents. In Aristotle’s philosophy, politeness belongs to the domain of the social virtues. In the Nicomachean Ethics,…

Smartertarian (noun) A libertarian who translates principles into tangible success in real life. A smartertarian builds a meaningful existence—such as a stable relationship, family, business, career, or creative work—and demonstrates intelligence through clarity of thought, sound judgment, and grounded behavior. Rather than living online, they pursue purpose, competence, and responsibility, embodying…

Taxertarian/ˌtæk.sərˈtɛr.i.ən/noun (derogatory, satirical) Definition:A self-described libertarian who nonetheless supports taxation—thereby holding a position fundamentally incompatible with libertarianism’s core principle that taxation is theft and that all taxes should ultimately be abolished. Description:A Taxertarian typically attempts to reconcile libertarian rhetoric with pro-tax positions by selectively redefining coercion, downplaying the non-consensual nature of taxation, or carving out “exceptional” taxes…

Teenagetarian/ˌtiːnˈeɪdʒəˌtɛəɹiən/noun (informal, pejorative) adjective Common traits: Usage notes:The term is an internal critique, not a dismissal of young libertarians as such. It targets a phase of ideological immaturity, not age itself; some grow out of it, others remain stuck. Example sentences:

In contemporary discourse, associating Emma Goldman with masculinism often appears provocative, even contradictory. Goldman is commonly classified as a radical feminist figure, while masculinism is routinely caricatured as reactionary, misogynistic, or patriarchal. Yet this opposition is largely artificial. A serious and honest reading of Goldman reveals that it is not…