You occasionally hear people use the phrase “there ought to be a law” or “the government should …”. But what does that actually mean? What does it imply?
To give people the benefit of the doubt, what they probably think they mean is, “I think the world would be a better place if [something].” But what does it actually imply when we bring government into it?
When we bring government into the equation, a statement like that basically translates into something like the following:
I wish X. I’m not actually willing to put my own time, money, effort, etc. into actually achieving said thing, but I am quite happy to have other people be forced to comply with whatever our rulers decide is required to make my wish come true.
So next time you or someone you know says “the government should” or “there ought to be a law” remember, that implies the use of force.
Yes, just had this stupid debate today. Guy couldn't get that if you give an HOA power to levy fines, then liens, you're extending that same force to them. If you think govt is the solution, the obviously, you believe freedom is the problem. @markrmorrisjr
There are only 3 laws, don't harm anyone or their stuff and honor your word.
Anything else is legality, which is fine in moderation.
Thanks for your post, I vibe.
The only Law, properly called, is the law of equal liberty. All else is legislation that should stem from the Law.