The "New Libertarian Manifesto" is a book written by Samuel Edward Konkin III, published in 1980. This work is considered to be a key foundational text of anarcho-capitalism and agorism, two libertarian political philosophies. The manifesto sets out the author's vision of a society organized according to libertarian principles.
In this manifesto, Konkin offers a critique of traditional political systems, including both electoral politics and revolutionary ideologies. He argues for a radical departure from these systems, advocating for a society free from the coercion of the state and built upon voluntary associations and interactions. The New Libertarian Manifesto proposes a strategy called "counter-economics," which emphasizes nonviolent resistance and non-compliance with the state's regulatory systems.
According to Konkin, counter-economics means engaging in economic activity that bypasses or subverts state controls, such as the underground economy, barter systems, and cryptocurrencies. By embracing the concept of counter-economics, Konkin believes that individuals can gradually erode the power of the state and create a society based on individual liberty, self-ownership, and voluntary exchange.
The "New Libertarian Manifesto" challenges the conventional notions of political change, advocating for a peaceful and gradual transition toward a stateless society. It has influenced and continues to inspire many libertarians who reject the idea of using state power to achieve their goals and instead emphasize individual freedom, entrepreneurship, and the free market.
