LOLA Voices – January 2024

 

Jess Gill on ‘The World According to Mike Graham’: Envisioning a Day as Prime Minister

 

 

On “Talk TV’s The World According to Mke Graham” LOLA Communications Manager Jess Gill shares what would be on her agenda if she were Prime Minister for the Day (appearance starts at 9:22)

Jess discusses abolishing the Equality Act of 2010 and the NHS, which are critical issues of the LOLA England Chapter.

 

The Anti-capitalist Attack on Therapy

Did you know that Jess Gill is also a Hazlitt Fellow with the Foundation for Economic Education, in addition to being LOLA’s Social Media and Communications Manager? In a recent op-ed for FEE.com, Jess writes about the anti-capitalist attack on private mental health treatment in the UK. 

“To say that this mental health epidemic is simply an invention of mental health companies to sell their apps and therapy is like saying that time was invented by clock companies to sell more clocks. The reality is that these services are so popular because there is already an existing demand for them. These companies are responding to the demand for support that so many young people are communicating.”

-Jess Gill
 

 

Miss Libertarian with Rida Yumn Ahmed

 

 

In this episode of Miss Libertarian, host Jess Gill has an enlightening conversation with Rida Yumn Ahmed, a Prometheus Fellow with Students for Liberty and the Chapter Leader of LOLA New Delhi, India. The discussion centers on the intricate relationship between culture and liberty in India’s political climate.

Rida Yumn Ahmed brings a wealth of knowledge and insight from her extensive experience with Students for Liberty and her leadership role in LOLA New Delhi. She shares her perspectives on how cultural norms and values in India intersect with and influence the concepts of liberty and individual freedom. The conversation delves into the complexities of balancing traditional Indian cultural values with the country’s growing demand for personal liberty and political freedom.

The Power of Capitalism in Consumer Choice

 

 

Jess Gill delves into the topic of how state intervention is impacting family values. She emphasizes the need for parents to have more autonomy and control over their parenting choices. Jess argues that the state’s increasing influence in family matters is a form of corruption of traditional family values. (appearance starts at 

A key point of discussion in the video is the role of capitalism in empowering consumers and parents. Jess highlights that capitalism inherently includes the right to boycott, a powerful tool for consumers to express their preferences and influence corporate decisions. She cites the example of Mumsnet’s successful boycott against H&M. This boycott was initiated to remove an advertisement that the members of Mumsnet found objectionable. Jess points out how this action underscores the effectiveness of consumer power in a capitalist system.

 

Breaking Barriers with Valentina Zenocrati

 

 

In the latest episode of “Breaking Barriers,” Reem Ibrahim, the IEA Communications Officer, and Linda Whetstone Scholar engage in an insightful conversation with Valentina Zenocrati. Valentina, who was at the forefront of mobilizing university students during the Milei campaign, also leads the Ladies of Liberty Alliance chapter in Mendoza, Argentina.

Valentina shares her unique insights and experiences from the campaign trail, revealing the strategies and narratives that resonated with the Argentine people and propelled Javier Milei to his historic victory. This episode offers an inside look at the campaign’s innovative approach and the role of youth and educational institutions in shaping political outcomes.