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“Unlike every other person and institution in society, government obtains its revenue from coercion, from taxation.”

Quote by Murray Rothbard

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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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