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John Hospers
(1918 - 2011)
American philosopher and politician
American philosopher and politician
American philosopher and politician; the first presidential nominee of the Libertarian Party.
John Hospers was an American philosopher and political activist who became the first presidential candidate of the Libertarian Party in 1972. Born in 1918, he taught philosophy at the University of Southern California, specializing in ethics and aesthetics. Hospers wrote extensively on moral philosophy and was known for his clear arguments on individual liberty. As a political figure, he advocated for minimal government and free-market principles. He died in 2011, leaving behind a legacy in both academic and political spheres.
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John Hospers