Student Questions

Ayn Rand said "Man shouldn't sacrifice himself or sacrifice others" therefore, what would Ayn Rand say about abortion? Bob Fisher

The Ayn Rand philosophy is against the idea of self-sacrifice. Yet you admired that reason when you joined the Marines. Didn't you go against the philosophy that you believe in when you served your country? Tony Wilson

In Henry Binswanger's speech "America vs. Death-Worship: The Moral Meaning of the Coming War" he stated "AMerican is the culture of life on earth, there is no other" and "man's spirit is his consciousness". The philosophy of Ayn Rand seems to be anti-religion. What is your reaction to that? Nasiba Alami

The Ayn Rand Institute states, "The Founding Fathers wrote a Declaration of Independence, not a declaration of servitude. They were the champions of the right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness." Yet is also states in the Declaration of Independence "we mutually pledge each other our lives, our fortunes and our scared honor." Isn't that seemingly selfless statement at odds with Ayn Rand's philosophy? Jeff Bender

Mr. Provenzo, you wrote against anti-trust in your senate testimony regarding the Microsoft case. As such is it fair to say that you are not opposed to monopolies? Crystal Kraftchak

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