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Robert Nozick was an American philosopher known for his contributions to liberal and moral philosophy, particularly in the field of political philosophy. His work, 'Anarchy, State, and Utopia', had a profound impact on political philosophy in the late 20th century.

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“Taxation of earnings from labor is on a par with forced labor. Seizing the results of someone's labor is equivalent to seizing hours from him and directing him to carry on various activities.”

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“Given the complexity of interpersonal relationships and institutions and the complexity of co-ordination of the actions of many people, it is enormously unlikely that, even if there were one ideal pattern for society, it could be arrived at in an a priori fashion. And even supposing that some great genius did come along with a blueprint, who could have the confidence that it could work”

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“Marxian exploitation is the exploitation of people's lack of understanding of economics.”

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Book:Anarchy, state, and utopia

Source: Anarchy, state, and utopia

About the Author

Born: November 16, 1938
Died: January 23, 2002
Known for: Philosopher
Quotes: 48

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