Here is a test that attempts to assess the philosophy underlying one's political beliefs. My results don't come as any surprise to me:
http://www.okcupid.com/tests/take?te...07319833388668
Individualism
You scored 76% individualism, 36% fatalism, 44% hierarchy, and 36% egalitarianism!
You strongly adhere to the culture of Individualism. Individualists believe that everyone should be given a fair chance, but people should be allowed to succeed or fail based on their merit. Competition -- in the marketplace, in elections, or elsewhere -- is your forte. Individualists think nature is resilient, like a ball at the bottom of a cup, and therefore competitors can be given free rein to exploit it.
That is essentially correct. I appreciate all replies. Thank you very much.