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“But how is this legal plunder to be identified? Quite simply. See if the law takes from some persons what belongs to them and gives it to other persons to whom it does not belong. See if the law benefits one citizen at the expense of another by doing what the citizen himself cannot do without committing a crime.”

Quote by Frederic Bastiat

Book:The Law

Work

The Law

This book delves into the principles and theories of law, exploring the philosophical underpinnings of legal systems and their role in society. It is considered a cornerstone work in the field of legal philosophy. more

Author

Frederic Bastiat
Frederic Bastiat

French economist and a prominent figure in the classical liberal tradition. Born on June 30, 1801, and died on December 24, 1850. His writings had a profound impact on economics and political philosophy. more

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