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“As the liberal sees it, the task of the state consists solely and exclusively in guaranteeing the protection of life, health, liberty, and private property against violent attacks. Everything that goes beyond this is an evil. A government that, instead of fulfilling its task, sought to go so far as actually to infringe on personal security of life and health, freedom, and property would, of course, be altogether bad.”

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Book:Liberalism: The Classical Tradition: The Economist
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Liberalism: The Classical Tradition: The Economist

This book delves into the origins and principles of classical liberalism, offering an in-depth analysis of its historical development and philosophical underpinnings. Written by The Economist, it provides a detailed examination of the key concepts and ideas that have shaped this political and economic ideology. more

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Ludwig von Mises
Ludwig von Mises

Ludwig von Mises was a prominent economist, philosopher, and social theorist born on September 29, 1881, in Austria, and passed away on October 10, 1973. He is considered one of the most influential economists of the 20th century and a leading advocate for free-market economics. more

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