I’m all for the “Libertarians don’t understand that abdicated responsibility is usurped by tyrants”. The problem I have with that mindset (when used to justify fascistic strong men) is that strong men are in a position to prevent me from taking responsibility.

It’s great that Milei is charismatic and convinces people, but what ultimately matters is that he’s giving people the chance to be responsible, giving them the freedom to succeed.

And yes, as a Libertarian I believe freedom is asserted, not received. What we need is not a society of sheep lead by a lion, but a society made up of lions, which is explicitly what Milei has told Argentinians. So strong individuals yes, just no unconditional submission to one, regardless of charisma.

Alexander and Napoleon, admirable as they were on some things, were terrible tyrants and murderers, by the way. There is no wisdom in choosing your tyrant, but in rejecting tyranny.