The Making of the State

Tags: Libertarianism

03/20/2025 Roberta A. Modugno

The state was born claiming to protect people, but in reality, it became the best-organized aggressor against the persons and property of the public.

The Ralph Raico Memorial Lecture, sponsored by Randolph Love. Includes opening remarks by Dr. David Gordon. Presented at the Mises Institute in Auburn, Alabama.

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