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“The very idea of law originates in men's natural rights. There is no other standard, than natural rights, by which civil law can be measured. Law has always been the name of that rule or principle of justice, which protects those rights. Thus we speak of natural law.”

Quote by Lysander Spooner

Book:The Unconstitutionality of Slavery

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The Unconstitutionality of Slavery

This book delves into the historical and philosophical debates surrounding the constitutionality of slavery, exploring the arguments and counterarguments made by various figures and legal documents of the time. more

Author

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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