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“The institution of taxation rests foursquare on the axiom that somebody must rule somebody else.”

Quote by Frank Chodorov

Book:Fugitive essays: selected writings of Frank Chodorov

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Fugitive essays: selected writings of Frank Chodorov

This book is a compilation of essays by Frank Chodorov, a prominent figure in American conservative thought. The essays delve into various political and economic issues, offering Chodorov's perspectives on liberty, capitalism, and the role of government. more

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Frank Chodorov was an American writer, political commentator, and libertarian. His work primarily focused on free-market economics and conservative political ideas. more

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Book:Fugitive essays: selected writings of Frank Chodorov

Source: Fugitive essays: selected writings of Frank Chodorov

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Book:Fugitive essays: selected writings of Frank Chodorov

Source: Fugitive essays: selected writings of Frank Chodorov

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Source: Income Tax: Root of All Evil

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