Liberty Library and the Society's Digital Resources
The society maintains a comprehensive web presence designed to serve as a repository for historical and political thought. Central to this effort is the Liberty Library of Constitutional Classics, a digital library launched to provide the public with complete, annotated, and cross-linked versions of major works. These resources focus primarily on the writings of the American Founders and other authors whose work provides essential context for understanding the foundations of American governance.
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Digital Reach and Content
Beyond the core collection of American constitutional classics, the website hosts documents from various other countries, expanding its scope beyond domestic history. In terms of web traffic and visibility, the site held an Alexa Traffic Rank of 78,617 as of April 2011, with 2,943 inbound links.
Ideological Orientation and Perspectives
The ideological spectrum of the website is broad, ranging from libertarianism (a political philosophy advocating for minimal state intervention) to support for militia movements. This orientation is reflected in the content and the external links provided on the platform.
A 2010 report by the Southern Poverty Law Center noted that the site links to various conspiracy-theory websites. These include content that questions the official accounts of the Oklahoma City bombing and the origins of the HIV virus, as well as a dedicated section regarding mind-control technology.
Views of Roland
The society's leadership, specifically Roland, has expressed strong views regarding the federal government, stating that "The Feds... have actually been engaging in warlike activity against the American people." Additionally, Roland advocates for the abolition of paper currency, proposing a return to the use of gold or silver coins.
Since 1996, Roland has asserted that U.S. citizens possess the right to resist an unlawful arrest. However, this specific claim has been evaluated by the fact-checking organization Snopes and assessed as "Mostly False."
Key Facts
- Primary Resource: The Liberty Library of Constitutional Classics provides annotated works of the American Founders.
- Traffic Stats: Ranked 78,617 on Alexa as of April 2011 with 2,943 links.
- Ideology: Ranges from libertarian to militia support.
- Economic Stance: Advocacy for gold and silver coins over paper money.
- Controversies: Links to conspiracy theories and claims regarding the right to resist arrest.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Core Digital Asset | Liberty Library of Constitutional Classics |
| Content Scope | American Founders and international documents |
| Ideological Range | Libertarian to Militia Support |
| Currency Preference | Gold or Silver Coin |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of the Liberty Library of Constitutional Classics?
It was launched to host complete, annotated, and cross-linked copies of major works written or read by the American Founders, as well as texts that help users understand those writings.
What is the ideological lean of the website?
The site's orientation ranges from libertarian views to the support of militias.
What economic system does Roland advocate for?
Roland advocates for the abolition of paper money in favor of using gold or silver coins.
How has the claim about resisting unlawful arrest been received?
The claim that U.S. citizens have the right to resist an unlawful arrest was assessed by Snopes as "Mostly False."
What other types of content are found on the site?
The site includes documents from other countries and links to conspiracy theories concerning the HIV virus, the Oklahoma City bombing, and mind-control technology.