Libertarian Party is an American political party that favors increasing individual liberties by limiting government activities. The party’s platform combines liberal views on personal freedoms with conservative economic beliefs. Libertarians believe that government is the main threat to individual liberties. For this reason, the party supports the repeal of most laws that limit freedom of personal behavior. Libertarians also feel that many services presently provided by government should be supplied by private firms instead. The Libertarian Party opposes government aid to and regulation of business. It favors a neutral foreign policy for the United States, including withdrawal from the United Nations (UN) and an end to any U.S. military role abroad.
The Libertarian Party was founded in 1971. It publicizes its views by entering candidates in some elections for federal, state, and local offices.
See also Barr, Bob ; Johnson, Gary ; Paul, Ron .
