The Path to Separating Economy and State

2000-2100: Laying the Intellectual Groundwork

• 2000-2030:

  • The Ayn Rand Institute (ARI) campaigns in schools and universities in America, publishing introductory materials on Objectivism and economic freedom.

  • Objectivist philosophers host public debates, seminars, and workshops to engage the public and intellectual community.

• 2031-2050:

  • Establish Foundation for Rational Economics (FRE) to advocate for free-market policies and influence public discourse through research and publications.

  • Launch Liberty Broadcasting Network (LBN) to reach a broader audience through TV, radio, and online platforms.

  • Milestone: ARI publishes research papers that influence early policy discussions.

  • Cultural Movement: Emergence of public figures and celebrities endorsing Objectivist principles, leading to increased cultural acceptance.

• 2051-2100:

  • ARI continues introducing Objectivist principles into national educational curricula, there is some international adoption in private schools.

  • Establish scholarships and fellowships to support students and researchers dedicated to these principles.

  • Economic Indicator: Early pilot programs show positive impacts on local economies, with increased business formation rates and lower unemployment.

2101-2200: Early Cultural Shifts and Minor Political Movements

• 2101-2150:

  • Citizens for Economic Liberty (CEL) promotes local political movements advocating for reduced government intervention, securing early legislative victories.

  • Free Market Innovation Council (FMIC) introduces pilot deregulation programs in select industries, showing positive economic impacts.

  • Milestone: Passage of early deregulation bills in key industries.

  • Cultural Movement: Rise of influential books and films promoting free-market ideals.

  • Economic Indicator: Case studies of regions with reduced regulation show significant GDP growth.

• 2151-2200:

  • ARI strengthens intellectual influence, leading to increased adoption of Objectivist principles in academic and public discourse.

  • Major cultural events and publications begin to reflect and promote these ideals.

  • Milestone: Introduction of Objectivist metaphysics and epistemology curricula in major universities.

  • Technological Development: Early tech start-ups flourish in deregulated environments, leading to innovation booms.

2201-2300: Incremental Policy Changes and Public Engagement

• 2201-2250:

  • Policy Advocates for Rational Governance (PARG) secures early legislative victories at local levels, such as deregulating specific industries and easing taxation.

  • Institute for Property Rights (IPR) works on landmark court cases that reinforce property rights and reduce eminent domain abuses.

  • Milestone: Major tax reform bill passed, reducing tax burden on businesses.

  • Cultural Movement: Public demonstrations and social media campaigns advocating for economic freedom gain momentum.

  • Economic Indicator: Increased foreign investment in deregulated regions.

• 2251-2300:

  • CEL evolves into Society for Individual Liberty (SIL), fostering more significant cultural shifts with campaigns promoting Objectivist principles.

  • Educational institutions increasingly incorporate these principles into their curricula, guided by the Rational Education Network (REN).

  • Milestone: Widespread adoption of Objectivist metaphysical and epistemological principles in educational curricula.

  • Technological Development: Emergence of new industries driven by technological advancements facilitated by a free-market environment.

2301-2400: Gradual Institutional Reforms

• 2301-2350:

  • PARG advocates for further privatization of government-run enterprises and elimination of subsidies.

  • Achieve greater political representation for leaders committed to economic freedom through efforts by the League of Rational Legislators (LRL).

  • Milestone: Privatization of major government enterprises.

  • Cultural Movement: Growing acceptance of free-market principles in mainstream media and culture.

  • Economic Indicator: Sustained economic growth and lower unemployment rates in deregulated sectors.

• 2351-2400:

  • IPR evolves into Institute for Global Economic Harmony (IGEH), focusing on refining legal and political structures to protect economic freedom.

  • LRL continues to support and elect candidates committed to these principles.

  • Milestone: Establishment of international agreements promoting economic freedom.

  • International Influence: Other countries begin adopting similar policies, leading to a global spread of economic freedom.

  • Philosophical Milestone: Objectivism begins to be widely discussed as a practical framework for understanding reality, rather than a niche philosophy.

2401-2500: Cultural Entrenchment and Policy Consolidation

• 2401-2450:

  • FRE evolves into Cultural Foundation for Economic Freedom (CFEF), leading ongoing educational and cultural initiatives.

  • Major public awareness campaigns highlight the benefits of economic freedom.

  • Milestone: Introduction of free-market principles in global educational systems.

  • Cultural Movement: Major cultural shift towards valuing individual rights and economic freedom.

  • Economic Indicator: Significant improvements in living standards and economic prosperity.

  • Philosophical Milestone: Objectivist metaphysics and epistemology starts to merge with general philosophical understanding, similar to how Heliocentrism became a widely accepted fact.

• 2451-2500:

  • Global Economic Freedom Network (GEFN) influences other regions and nations through successful implementation of free-market principles.

  • Significant international collaborations and treaties promote global economic freedom.

  • Milestone: Formation of international coalitions advocating for free-market policies.

  • International Influence: Global spread of economic freedom principles, leading to increased economic cooperation and development.

2501-2600: Stabilization and Adaptation

• 2501-2550:

  • IGEH and PARG work together to address challenges posed by technological advancements.

  • Legal and political structures are refined to ensure economic freedom is protected.

  • Milestone: Major legal reforms solidify economic freedom.

  • Technological Development: New technological sectors emerge, driving further economic growth.

• 2551-2600:

  • Innovation and Liberty Council (ILC) fosters an environment of sustained innovation and economic growth, free from state interference.

  • Milestone: Establishment of innovation hubs and free-market zones.

  • Economic Indicator: High rates of technological innovation and economic productivity.

  • Philosophical Milestone: Objectivism is commonly understood and accepted as a foundational framework for economic and ethical principles.

2601-2700: Sustained Freedom and Global Influence

• 2601-2650:

  • Enduring Freedom Alliance (EFA) reinforces principles of economic freedom through continuous education and cultural reinforcement.

  • Milestone: Global recognition and adoption of free-market principles.

  • International Influence: Increasing global acceptance and stability in the separation of economy and state.

• 2651-2700:

  • IGEH supports the creation of stable and consistent legal frameworks globally.

  • Milestone: Establishment of international economic freedom standards.

  • Economic Indicator: Sustained global economic growth and cooperation.

2701-2800: Ensuring Long-Term Stability

• 2701-2750:

  • Future of Freedom Institute (FFI) adapts to new challenges while maintaining core principles of economic freedom.

  • GEFN establishes a network of free-market economies that cooperate and innovate.

  • Milestone: Creation of a global network of free-market economies.

  • Economic Indicator: High levels of global prosperity and human flourishing.

  • Philosophical Milestone: Objectivism is no longer seen as a distinct philosophy but as an integral part of the general understanding of human nature and society.

• 2751-2800:

  • Significant prosperity and human flourishing due to a global commitment to economic freedom.

  • Technological Development: Continued technological advancements driven by free-market principles.

2801-2900: Widespread Adoption and Cultural Entrenchment

• 2801-2850:

  • Global Liberty Initiative (GLI) promotes and defends economic freedom globally.

  • Milestone: Universal acceptance and promotion of economic freedom principles.

  • Cultural Movement: Major cultural and social milestones reflect widespread acceptance of economic freedom.

• 2851-2900:

  • World Federation for Economic Freedom (WFEF) institutionalizes the separation of economy and state globally.

  • Milestone: Global institutions and frameworks support economic freedom.

  • International Influence: Economic freedom becomes a standard practice worldwide.

2901-3000: Final Consolidation and Global Stabilization

• 2901-2950:

  • Council for Enduring Economic Liberty (CEEL) ensures sustained adherence to economic freedom principles.

  • Milestone: Continuous reinforcement of economic freedom through global education and cultural initiatives.

  • Economic Indicator: Stable and prosperous global economy.

• 2951-3000:

  • Universal Institute for Economic Freedom (UIEF) supports global consensus on the importance of separating economy and state.

  • Milestone: Universal protection of individual rights and free markets.

  • International Influence: Global harmony and prosperity based on economic freedom.

Organization Key

2000-2100

Ayn Rand Institute (ARI) (1985-)

• Mandate: Intellectual development, public awareness, grassroots educational campaigns.

• Category: Education

Foundation for Rational Economics (FRE) (2031-2450)

• Mandate: Research and advocacy for free-market economics.

• Category: Research Institute

• Evolution: Evolves into the Cultural Foundation for Economic Freedom (CFEF) to focus on cultural initiatives and educational programs.

Liberty Broadcasting Network (LBN) (2031-)

• Mandate: Media platform promoting economic freedom and Objectivist principles.

• Category: Media

• Evolution: Continues to operate as a media platform, supporting other organizations’ initiatives.

2101-2200

Citizens for Economic Liberty (CEL) (2101-2250)

• Mandate: Promoting local political movements and advocating for economic freedom.

• Category: Advocacy

• Evolution: Evolves into the Society for Individual Liberty (SIL) as the movement gains wider cultural acceptance.

Free Market Innovation Council (FMIC) (2101-2250)

• Mandate: Introducing pilot deregulation programs.

• Category: Deregulation

• Evolution: Integrates with other advocacy efforts as policy changes become more widespread.

Policy Advocates for Rational Governance (PARG) (2201-)

• Mandate: Securing legislative victories, deregulating industries, easing taxation.

• Category: Advocacy

• Evolution: Continues to advocate for economic freedom, working with evolving organizations like IPR.

Institute for Property Rights (IPR) (2201-2350)

• Mandate: Strengthening property rights through legal reforms.

• Category: Legal

• Evolution: Evolves into the Institute for Global Economic Harmony (IGEH) to focus on refining legal and political structures globally.

Rational Education Network (REN) (2251-)

• Mandate: Integrating Objectivist principles into educational curricula.

• Category: Education

• Evolution: Works alongside OEA to maintain and expand educational influence.

2301-2400

Society for Individual Liberty (SIL) (2251-)

• Mandate: Leading cultural shifts and promoting Objectivist principles.

• Category: Advocacy

• Evolution: Continues as a cultural influencer supporting other organizations.

League of Rational Legislators (LRL) (2351-)

• Mandate: Supporting and electing candidates committed to economic freedom.

• Category: Political

• Evolution: Continues to support political efforts aligned with economic freedom principles.

Institute for Global Economic Harmony (IGEH) (2351-)

• Mandate: Refining legal and political structures to protect economic freedom.

• Category: Legal

• Evolution: Works with global initiatives to stabilize and expand economic freedom.

2401-2500

Cultural Foundation for Economic Freedom (CFEF) (2401-)

• Mandate: Leading ongoing educational and cultural initiatives.

• Category: Education

• Evolution: Focuses on cultural reinforcement and public awareness.

Global Economic Freedom Network (GEFN) (2451-)

• Mandate: Promoting and implementing free-market principles globally.

• Category: International Advocacy

• Evolution: Continues to influence global policy and economic practices.

Innovation and Liberty Council (ILC) (2551-)

• Mandate: Fostering innovation and economic growth free from state interference.

• Category: Innovation

• Evolution: Supports sustained economic progress and adaptation to new challenges.

2601-2700

Enduring Freedom Alliance (EFA) (2601-)

• Mandate: Reinforcing principles of economic freedom through continuous education.

• Category: Education

• Evolution: Works with global efforts to ensure stability in economic freedom.

Future of Freedom Institute (FFI) (2701-)

• Mandate: Adapting to new challenges while maintaining core principles of economic freedom.

• Category: Adaptation

• Evolution: Continues to promote and defend economic freedom principles.

2801-3000

Global Liberty Initiative (GLI) (2801-)

• Mandate: Promoting and defending economic freedom globally.

• Category: International Advocacy

• Evolution: Supports widespread adoption and cultural entrenchment of economic freedom.

World Federation for Economic Freedom (WFEF) (2851-)

• Mandate: Institutionalizing the separation of economy and state globally.

• Category: International Advocacy

• Evolution: Ensures sustained global consensus and practices in economic freedom.

Council for Enduring Economic Liberty (CEEL) (2901-)

• Mandate: Ensuring sustained adherence to economic freedom principles.

• Category: Governance

• Evolution: Continues to support and reinforce economic freedom practices.

Universal Institute for Economic Freedom (UIEF) (2951-)

• Mandate: Attaining global consensus on the importance of separating economy and state.

• Category: International Advocacy

• Evolution: Ensures universal protection of individual rights and free markets.