“It would be an instructive exercise for the skeptical reader to try to frame a definition of taxation which does not also include theft. Like the robber, the State demands money at the equivalent of gunpoint; if the taxpayer refuses to pay, his assets are seized by force, and if he should resist such depredation, he will be arrested or shot if he should continue to resist.”
Quote by Murray Rothbard
Work
The Ethics of Liberty
This book delves into the philosophical underpinnings of liberty, examining its ethical implications and the moral responsibilities associated with exercising personal freedom. more
Author
Murray Rothbard
Murray Rothbard was a renowned economist known for his profound understanding and advocacy of free-market economics. He had extensive research and contributions in the fields of economics, political philosophy, and history. more
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