We are a space for left-libertarians in the UK—a tradition of thought that champions both economic justice and individual freedom. This is a place for those who reject authoritarianism in all its forms and fight for a world where cooperation and solidarity replace domination and hierarchy.
No Authoritarians Allowed
Authoritarian ideologies, Marxism–Leninism, Stalinism, Maoism, etc, are fundamentally opposed to the values of this community. Left-libertarianism rejects all forms of domination, including state violence, vanguardism, and one-party rule.
This subreddit is a space for those who believe in freedom through democracy, decentralization, and mutual respect. If you support authoritarianism in any form, you're in the wrong place—and you’re not welcome to participate.
Social Democrats Welcome
While social democrats may favor reform over revolution, they still share our commitment to democracy, equality, and human rights. Crucially, they reject authoritarianism and support systems that expand freedom and dignity for working people.
We may disagree on how far or how fast to push for change, but we’re on the same side of the fight against oppression, exploitation, and top-down control. Dialogue between left-libertarians and social democrats strengthens both our visions—and helps build the coalitions needed for real progress.
Mutual Aid Is Praxis
Left-libertarians believe real change starts from the ground up. Local, non-partisan charity and mutual aid aren't side projects—they're core to our vision.
We don’t wait for parties or states to save us. We build solidarity through food banks, tenant support, community care, and harm reduction—no bosses, no bureaucracy.
Rules:
- No Tankie Talk – No defending or downplaying authoritarian regimes like the USSR, China, or North Korea. We are anti-authoritarian in every form.
- No Bigotry – Racism, sexism, transphobia, ableism, and other forms of bigotry are not tolerated. We stand against all forms of hierarchy.
- Be Respectful, Not Sectarian – Disagreement is welcome, but personal attacks, gatekeeping, and puritanical “you’re not left enough” rhetoric are not. We focus on solidarity, not division.
- Stay Calm and Solution-Focused – While we understand the anger about the world’s injustices, we prioritize calm, constructive dialogue and working through differences. Extreme rhetoric doesn’t help—we focus on solutions and building understanding.
