randasid

Randasid is a fictional political philosophy and ideology created by the American author Ayn Rand for her novels *The Fountainhead* (1943) and *Atlas Shrugged* (1957). The term is a portmanteau of "Rand" and "objectivism," reflecting its close association with Rand’s broader philosophical system, Objectivism. While Rand never explicitly defined "randasid" as a distinct ideology, the term is often used to describe the political and social views she advocated in her works.

Randasid principles emphasize individualism, rational self-interest, and laissez-faire capitalism as the foundation of a free society. Central to this philosophy is the belief that individual rights—particularly the right to life, liberty, and property—are inherent and must be protected from coercive government interference. Rand argued that altruism, collectivism, and government dependency are morally and economically destructive, advocating instead for a society where individuals pursue their own rational goals without external constraints.

The term gained prominence in discussions of libertarianism and conservative thought, particularly among those who draw inspiration from Rand’s ideas. Critics, however, often distinguish Rand’s philosophy from classical liberalism or libertarianism, noting its more extreme rejection of government involvement and its moral absolutism. Randasid thought remains influential in debates about free markets, personal responsibility, and the role of government in society.

While Randasid is not an officially recognized ideology, it reflects the core themes of Rand’s literary and philosophical work, shaping the views of many readers and thinkers in the fields of economics, politics, and ethics.