Ayn Rand (1905-82)

Individualism

The principle of being independent and self-reliant, emphasizing rational self-interest and self-fulfilment.

Atomism

The belief that society is composed of individuals who are self-interested and that societal structures are secondary.

Judaeo-Christian morality

A moral framework that often condemns homosexuality, which Ayn Rand viewed as ‘disgusting’ in this context.

Anti-permissive

A stance opposing the unrestricted freedom of individuals, particularly in moral or social matters.

Free market capitalism

An economic system where prices and production are determined by unrestricted competition between privately owned businesses.

Right to choose

The idea that individuals should have the freedom to make choices in all areas of life without societal interference.

Objectivist individualism

The philosophy advocating rational self-interest as a guiding principle for human conduct and social organization.

Reach their own goals without involving themselves in others

opinion on positive liberty

state should not extend itself. No nanny state

how Ayn Rand was anti-permissive

socially not legally e.g. believed homosexuality should be legal but condemned it as disgusting