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The Non-Aggression Principle Part 2/3 – A Conclusion, Not an Axiom
Back in the 1960s and 70s, when libertarianism was a newly emerging ideology, many libertarians used the term “non-aggression axiom,” rather than the now more common “non-aggression principle” (NAP). This was not just a terminological issue, but also had an … Continue reading
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The Non-Aggression Principle Part 1/3 – What It Is and What It Isn’t
The non-aggression principle (NAP) is the cornerstone of libertarianism. Roughly speaking, the NAP states that it is illicit to initiate violence against person or property. In this post, I will argue that the NAP should be understood as a legal … Continue reading
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