Jorge, I'd forgotten about your entry on this subject. Kind of sad to see there's been little progress on the subject since then ...

But on the other hand, that shouldn't be too surprising, since—as has been pointed out above— individuals' meanings and desires regarding freedom differ. And while I have a great deal of sympathy for the label rejecting advocates (including Jomama at Jorge's post) personally, educating others about the genuine meaning of labels can be an effective form of outreach. That's exactly why I was careful to say that I don't apply the term "libertarian" to myself any longer, while encouraging all who care to do so—not just those who still use it—to remind or inform others as to its principled roots. Kirsten was right (in her response to Jorge's post) that those who co-opt a term often seek to piggyback on its reputation; one of the best ways to turn that tactic against such usurpers is to show the lie behind their use of it.

So, I'm not looking for a new term, although I'm glad to see several picked up on my frank appreciation for some zappa-esque ones (you did much better with it than I, Warren); and I agree that "market liberal" is a dumb alternative, Jim.

Ian, I would say that you are indeed free to rape, pillage, and plunder if you wanted to. For most people, the possibility of taking responsibility for such actions keeps them from doing so; for others, and I'd put you in this category, the principles that guide their actions prohibit them. In other words, it's a freedom we have, but which the vast majority of individuals rightly choose not to indulge. Oh, and although I do find elements of the Mormon religion interesting, I can assure you my view of freedom is not based on it.