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“The Constitution has no inherent authority or obligation. It has no authority or obligation at all, unless as a contract between man and man. And it does not so much as even purport to be a contract between persons now existing.”

Quote by Lysander Spooner

Book:No Treason and a Letter to Thomas F. Bayard

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No Treason and a Letter to Thomas F. Bayard

This book is a compilation of works that delve into the author's views on political theory, focusing on the role and structure of government, and includes correspondence with Thomas F. Bayard. more

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Lysander Spooner

Lysander Spooner was an American philosopher, abolitionist, and legal theorist who lived from January 19, 1808, to May 14, 1887. He is recognized for his contributions to the philosophy of individual rights and his advocacy for the abolition of slavery. Spooner's work has had a profound impact on the fields of law and philosophy. more

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