futureRearden

Under normal circumstances it would be, but under circumstances in which one's rights are threatened it becomes irrelevant. For example, under normal circumstances it would be immoral to trespass onto someone's property, but if I were being chased by a killer I would be perfectly justified in hiding on that property without the owner's consent.

It is irrelevant whether or not killed civilians are innocent or not. The only thing that is relevant is whether or not it is in our self-interest.

That's true. I'll try to get a job.

I've read it. I've actually read most of her books, including ITOE, but I still haven't read We the Living.

Other than my atheism they don't seem to really care.

I intend to be a businessman. I'm not sure what kind of business though.

Hello. I just joined the forum. I am a 17 year old Objectivist. I first read Ayn Rand in 7th grade.