In defense of fantasy sports gambling
The New York Attorney General’s office recently sent cease and desist letters to “daily fantasy sports (DFS) wagering sites DraftKings and FanDuel… ordering both companies to immediately stop accepting wagers …
Libertarians, libertarianism and the principle of non-aggression
There has recently been discussion within the Libertarian Party about what it means to be a libertarian. The main point of debate is whether or not the non-aggression principle is …
Can libertarians have success outside the two-party system?
Even with the 2016 election a full year away, the next election cycle is in full-swing. Along with the discussions about which candidates, if any, are worthy of support of …
What do Hillary’s emails reveal about the creation of The Islamic State?
Earlier this year it was discovered that former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton may have violated federal law when she used her personal email account to conduct government business as …
The case for legalizing meth
The vast majority of Americans, Prohibition Party members excluded, will admit alcohol prohibition was a dismal failure. The so-called noble experiment, which lasted from January 16, 1920 until December 5, …
Freedom Caucus wishlist won’t end partisan powerplays
When John Boehner last month announced his intentions to leave Congress, many thought the election of the next Speaker of the House would be relatively unexceptional. That all changed when …
Doctors Without Borders (MSF) is the most recent victim of war crimes
Early Saturday morning, a trauma hospital run by Doctors without Borders (MSF) in Kunduz, Afghanistan “was hit by a series of aerial bombing raids at approximately 15 minute intervals.” MSF …
Announcing the FPP Telegram Channel
For the last year or so I’ve been using a (now) popular messaging app called: Telegram. I’ve been a fan of it for a few reasons mentioned by Brian Sovryn. …
Celebrate Banned Books Week with free ebooks
To celebrate Banned Books Week, FPP is giving away Kindle ebooks from Sept 28 – Oct 2. A Rebel’s Journey: http://amzn.to/1jnJEPR Anarchy in New England: http://amzn.to/1VjKvwK How to be a …
Boehner’s resignation sets up Speaker election
After nearly 5 years as Speaker of the House, John Boehner has announced that he will be stepping down not only as Speaker but as a Congressman as well. This …