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Politics : The Left Wing Porch
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To: Dayuhan who wrote (3152)1/16/2001 11:21:46 PM
From: iandiareiiRead Replies (3) of 6089
 
I think some difference (between anarchism and libertarianism) lies in their fundamental conceptions of human nature, and thus in their relative political projects.

Anarchists, from withering-away-of-the-state types to up-against-the-wall adherents, maintain that humans are basically caring beings trapped in a system that forces each against each. Remove obstacles A, B, and C, they say, and our better angels will shine rendering government unnecessary.

Libertarians seem to think that they have much to fear from their fellows -- and always will -- both individually and in aggregate. A maximum of self-reliance remains the preferred arrangement in a world likely hostile to one's own interests.

Now I defy anyone to write a cruder, less-nuanced precis than the one here foisted.

ian
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