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“Even if you want no state, or a minimal state, then you still have to argue it point-by-point. Especially since most minimalists want to keep exactly the economic and police system that keeps them privileged. That's libertarians for you--anarchists who want police protection from their slaves.”

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Book:Green Mars
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Green Mars

In this science fiction novel, the author delves into the concept of terraforming Mars, examining the technological and ethical complexities involved in transforming the red planet into a habitable environment. more

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Kim Stanley Robinson
Kim Stanley Robinson

Kim Stanley Robinson is an American science fiction writer known for his profound insights into the environment, society, and the future world. His works often explore the interactions between science, technology, and social change, as well as their impact on humanity and the Earth. more

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