10 Reasons Why Working Within The GOP Is Important For Liberty

6. Non-Intervention With a Strong National Defense

Although most Republicans are conditioned to impulsively disagree with the idea of non-intervention, largely due to the misinterpretation of what that means, it is another instance where they contradict themselves those they revere in the party.

If they understand that libertarians agree with a strong national defense, perhaps it will help to move the discussion along. The idea of non-intervention is not only pragmatic fiscally, but a sound and diplomatic foreign policy to hold. Having peace through strength does not mean to entangle ourselves in every foreign affair as international justice warriors, but rather, strength means knowing we stand ready, but will resort to a just war only in defense of the nation.

This had once been a galvanizing issue for Republicans, who were known to end wars, not start them. Ronald Reagan’s presidential campaign messaging of a limited government and a strong national defense resonated with voters, perhaps it’s time we remind them of that.