About r/Libertarian
Welcome to /r/Libertarian, a subreddit to discuss libertarianism. We are not a generic politics sub. We are a libertarian sub, about libertarianism. We do not owe you a platform to push anti-libertarian ideologies such as socialism/communism. This sub is explicitly against Communism/Socialism as it is antithetical to libertarianism
The community at a glance
r/Libertarian is a Subreddit for Libertarians with roughly 513K members. It has been around since 2008. It uses a forum format for communication. On the Hive Index it ranks #1 in the Libertarianism communities list.
Roughly 11K members have joined in the past year. Popular discussion topics include Libertarian, Government, and Looking For. Product recommendations often mention books.
Community Topics
Community Features
This community has a forum
Subreddit Analysis
via GummySearchMember growth over time
All time (yearly)
- 2013: 31K members
- 2014: 17K members
- 2015: 4K members
- 2016: 22K members
- 2017: 51K members
- 2018: 70K members
- 2019: 87K members
- 2020: 96K members
- 2021: 48K members
- 2023: 9K members
- 2024: 0 members
- 2025: 1K members
- 2026: 8K members
Past year (monthly)
- Sep: 0 members
- Oct: 341 members
- Nov: 1K members
- Dec: 1K members
- Jan: 2K members
- Feb: 1K members
- Mar: 1K members
- Apr: 1K members
- May: 920 members
- Jun: 750 members
- Jul: 893 members
- Aug: 23 members
Topics
- Libertarian65 posts in the past month#165Libertarian
- Government48 posts in the past month#248Government
- Looking For39 posts in the past month#339Looking For
- Libertarianism35 posts in the past month#435Libertarianism
- Israel23 posts in the past month#523Israel
Flair
- Article7 posts in the past month
- ‘I’m over the moon’: New York’s small business owners rejoice as Mamdani cuts red tape
- Georgia cops keep getting arrested for misusing Flock surveillance data
- Afroman on free speech, government abuse, and election 2028
#17Article‘I’m over the moon’: New York’s small business owners rejoice as Mamdani cuts red tape · Georgia cops keep getting arrested for misusing Flock surveillance data · Afroman on free speech, government abuse, and election 2028 - Politics7 posts in the past month
- FL candidate wants me to register Republican
- thoughts on...
- We The Palmetto: Meet the Candidate: Libertarian Kasie Whitener (SC U.S. Senate)
#27PoliticsFL candidate wants me to register Republican · thoughts on... · We The Palmetto: Meet the Candidate: Libertarian Kasie Whitener (SC U.S. Senate) - Meme6 posts in the past month
- Every time they push this through
- If you see something, no you didn't
- Zootopians
#36MemeEvery time they push this through · If you see something, no you didn't · Zootopians - Humor6 posts in the past month
- It's the weekend in a libertarian society
- When you fact check a communist:
- I heard we were posting Ai Mitch McConnell slop!
#46HumorIt's the weekend in a libertarian society · When you fact check a communist: · I heard we were posting Ai Mitch McConnell slop! - End Democracy5 posts in the past month
- Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich says Israel has “no interest” in joining the war with Iran, adding, “The current situation is good for us.”
- Russia accuses Libertarian Party of Russia of being foreign agents, effectively shutting them down
- Former US Senator and Presidential Candidate Barry Goldwater on Israeli influence on American politics. “When they hear a command from Israel, they jump. And as a result we're losing friends.”
#55End DemocracyIsraeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich says Israel has “no interest” in joining the war with Iran, adding, “The current situation is good for us.” · Russia accuses Libertarian Party of Russia of being foreign agents, effectively shutting them down · Former US Senator and Presidential Candidate Barry Goldwater on Israeli influence on American politics. “When they hear a command from Israel, they jump. And as a result we're losing friends.”
Product recommendations
- books10 posts in the past month
- Recommend anti socialist and anti communist books.
- Can someone recommend a good book about the FBI?
- Any Libertarian books or authors you strongly recommend for beginners?
#110booksRecommend anti socialist and anti communist books. · Can someone recommend a good book about the FBI? · Any Libertarian books or authors you strongly recommend for beginners?
Community Reviews
Frequently asked questions
- Who is r/Libertarian for?
- Best for Libertarians enthusiasts looking for a Reddit-based community with forum discussion.
- Is r/Libertarian free to join?
- This listing is not marked as paid-only. Access rules and any fees are decided by the community.
- How many members does r/Libertarian have?
- Roughly 513K members, based on figures reported by the community or its host. Member counts are approximate and change over time.
- What platform is r/Libertarian on?
- r/Libertarian runs on Reddit. Reddit communities (or "subreddits") are forum-based groups on the popular social news aggregation, web content rating, and discussion website Reddit. Reddit is commonly known as "the front page of the internet". Users submit content to the site such as links, text posts, and images, which are then voted up or down and discussed by other members. From investing Reddit communities, to professional ones, to ones just for laughs, you're likely to find a community for you on Reddit.
- What topics does r/Libertarian cover?
- On the Hive Index, r/Libertarian is organized under Libertarians.
- How do I join r/Libertarian?
- You can join r/Libertarian by clicking this link, or pressing the "Go to community" button above.
- What are the Libertarianism communities like?
- Welcome to the vibrant world of online communities for libertarians! Whether you're an ardent supporter of individual liberties, limited government, free markets, or simply interested in exploring libertarian philosophy, these communities offer a haven for like-minded individuals to connect, discuss ideas, and share their perspectives. Within these communities, you'll find a rich tapestry of diversity, encompassing various subgroups such as classical liberals, anarcho-capitalists, minarchists, and more. Each community might have its own unique focus, ranging from political activism and policy discussions to economic theory and philosophical debates. Members join these communities to engage in lively discourse, seek intellectual stimulation, and build connections with others who share their values. Whether you're a seasoned libertarian or new to the ideology, these online communities provide an invaluable platform for learning, growth, and fostering a sense of camaraderie among libertarians worldwide.
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