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Welcome to Ayn Rand Institute - AynRand.org

Objectivism:
A Philosophy for
LIVING ON EARTH

“My philosophy, in essence, is the concept of man as a heroic being, with his own happiness as the moral purpose of his life, with productive achievement as his noblest activity, and reason as his only absolute.” — Ayn Rand

Throughout this site you’ll find a wealth of material about Ayn Rand’s philosophy and its application in everyday life. There’s a lot to discover. We invite you to explore at your own pace.

The best way to learn Objectivism is to read Ayn Rand’s books. Start now by reading Atlas Shrugged:

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Ayn Rand in Her Own Words

ON MORALITY, LOVE, SEX

and the goal of her fiction

About ARI

AynRand.org is the official website of the Ayn Rand Institute (ARI), the source for information on the life, writings and work of novelist-philosopher Ayn Rand.

Headquartered in Santa Ana, California, ARI offers educational experiences based on Ayn Rand’s books and ideas for a variety of audiences, including students, educators, policymakers and lifelong learners. ARI also engages in research and advocacy efforts, applying Rand’s ideas to current issues and seeking to promote her philosophical principles of reason, rational self-interest and laissez-faire capitalism.

ARI is composed of a dedicated Board of Directors and an energetic staff of more than 50 people. We invite you to explore how Ayn Rand viewed the world – and to consider the distinctive insights offered by ARI’s thought leaders today.

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