Alright, let’s get something straight. I’m all for equality. Always have been. Libertarians were out there supporting gay rights before it became “the hip new thing” to support, adopted by leftists everywhere. As Libertarians, our principles of liberty and personal freedom mean that we don’t care who you love or how you live your life. That’s your prerogative. The government should be as hands-off as possible, letting people make their own choices, free from interference. But here’s where we draw the line: using taxpayer dollars to push political ideology.

So, when I hear about government buildings being used to fly Pride flags, I’ve got to say: that’s just not how it should work. It’s not that I don’t support the cause; it’s that I don’t support government playing political cheerleader for any cause—no matter how noble.

What we have here is simple: government buildings exist to keep people dry and make sure the filing cabinets don’t rust. That’s it. They’re not meant to be billboards for any agenda, whether it’s LGBTQ, MAGA, or whatever else is the flavor of the day. If you want to wave your flag, good for you—go rent a billboard. Don’t try to hijack my tax dollars to fund your cause.

Now, don’t get me wrong, I’m not about banning things. Libertarians don’t like banning stuff. We aren’t saying, “No, you can’t have your flags.” But let’s get real here—we shouldn’t be spending taxpayer money on identity politics in government buildings. There’s a difference between freedom of expression and shoving an agenda down everyone’s throats with our wallets.

It’s not about LGBTQ rights; it’s about the role of government. Government’s job is to serve the people, and that doesn’t mean promoting one cause over another. If you want to fly a Pride flag, or the "Don’t Tread on Me" flag, or the "Bring Back the '80s" flag—go for it, but not with my money. Want to rent some space on a billboard or splash your cause on social media? Have at it. But don’t use my tax dollars to paint the walls of government with whatever political flavor of the week you’re trying to sell.

Libertarians have always supported equal rights, but our support doesn’t mean we have to let government use our dollars for political theater. This isn't about what’s right or wrong in terms of cause—it's about the principle of government neutrality. Taxes are for basic services—not for propaganda.

So, yeah, if you’re looking for a platform for your values, rent a billboard or host a rally—don’t turn my government into a billboard. If we want to keep taxes low, let’s keep government out of identity politics and focus on the essentials: making sure the roads are paved, the lights stay on, and the office supplies don’t get stolen.

Don’t ask me to fund your cause. Don’t ask me to pay for your flag on the government’s wall. That’s not what I’m paying for.

Consider voting Libertarian in the next election—because we believe in freedom, not government-sponsored agendas.