Nationalism is commonly believed to be antagonistic to individualism as it is assumed to be invariably dependent on involuntary associations between groups and individuals. Individualism has been associated with deracination and social alienation, while diametrically, Nationalism has been associated with authoritarianism. We contend that both of these descriptions are shallow, and that Nationalism, built on a foundation of freedom of association, is not only possible but desirable. Historically Nationalism, when manifested within secession movements, represented groups of individuals working in concert to preserve their common culture, language and self-determination from assimilation or destruction by larger or more powerful groups.

This blog will focus on historical and ongoing examples of political secession, as well as practical strategy for its realization as adapted from a diverse set of political movements. We will also profile a number of influential thinkers from Classical Liberalism, Libertarianism, Individualist Anarchism and related ideologies.