Rachel, you should have handled this interview differently, knowing what political realities Rand is having to deal with. You want him to give a simple "Yes or No" question to a complicated issue on the proper role of government?
Do you know that the INSTANT he gives a yes or no answer, his opponents automatically have a soundbite to use against him in attack ads, out of context, making him appear anti-civil rights?
He simply believes that freedom of association, inherent in freedom of speech, should not be compromised in order to change the behavior of individuals. He believes societies should find other ways, outside of government force, to stop racism and discrimination. This includes the boycotting and protesting of businesses with discriminatory practices. Is this really such a terrible position?
Rand is a candidate who wants to reduce the size of our military empire, end memberships in anti-democratic "free-trade" organizations like the WTO and IMF, stop the never-ending flow of bailouts to corrupt multi-national banks and corporations. He also wants to actually restore habeas corpus by repealing the MIC, something Obama promised to do on the campaign trail, but has yet to do.
In your interview, you made him seem like the least progressive candidate in the history of the country. When in reality, he is truly one of the most progressive. I hope your future interviews bring this to light.
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