Evil Begets Evil, by Robert Gore

Posted by straightlinelogic 8 years, 4 months ago to Philosophy
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The argument is made that humanity is unfit for liberty—individuals are incapable of living their own lives peaceably with other individuals. This is true for some individuals, but it has been pronounced as an indictment of the entire species. Because humanity is unfit for freedom, the argument invariably runs, coercion is justified. In other words, individuals—who cannot be trusted with the freedom to peaceably live their own lives—can be given the power to forcibly direct other people’s lives. Chaos, violence, and a world at the brink of epochal collapse are the direct consequences of that inane formulation, yet never has humanity seemed less likely to embrace liberty.

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  • Posted by richrobinson 8 years, 4 months ago
    Another excellent article Straight. It seems to me the attack in Paris had its desired effect. I keep reading about possible follow up attacks in different cities. People are scared and on edge. Now there is talk of ISIS getting chemical weapons. One more reason to restrict Liberty and "protect" us.
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  • Posted by Zenphamy 8 years, 4 months ago
    Robert; "Individual rights and liberty, and government subordinated to their protection, offer the only prospect of enduring security. The chance of their adoption by the present order is nil. Liberty is never an accident, but the memory of and the longing for it are never extinguished. " Well Said.
    But let's see how many on this site comprehend this simple concept--Liberty Gifted, Protected By Men In Uniforms With Titles Inside Fences Is Not Liberty.
    Txs for the essay.
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