The Liberty Lamp: Libertarian News & Editorials

For those who are still uninformed, the small, former Soviet satelite state of Kyrgyzstan (centeral Asia) has erupted in a popular, yet mostly peaceful revolution. Like many Americans, the Kyrgystanis have a long history of independent frontier self-reliance and self-determination ingrained into their culture and identity. Thus, after over fifteen years of dysfunctionality, the people have become fed up and have forced President Akayev out of office and the country. Currently, he is hiding out w/ Comrade Vladamir somewhere in Russia.

Though Mr. Akayev and the population (including many law enforcers and bureaucrats) are at odds, an effective yet peaceful "show of force" was able to remove him and other corrupt officials without bloodshed. Negotations between the former President and the newly formed parliament.

What are my thoughts on this? Well, the first thing that comes to mind is, "You jerks stole my idea!" Its true. Except my version didn't involve as much protesting and such beforehand. However, it's probably a good idea, if for no other reason that afterwards no one can accuse you of "jumping the gun" (a pun of sorts, I know).

If some almost unheard of republic in centeral asia can do this, there are no excuses why the same can't be done in America. Just some food for thought...