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Old 03-15-2004, 04:06 PM   #155
Troubleshooter
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In regards to Spooner. Sounds great in theory, but if it were so simple, so, "...easily understood by common minds..." then why is it that we have such an enormous problem with crime?

Theories are great to work from, but like a battle plan, it only lasts until first contact with the enemy. And to borrow from yet another philosopher, "We have met the enemy and they is us."

"Each of us has a natural right - from God - to defend his person..."

Now I believe I understand your fervor for your belief in Natural Law.

Now correct me if I'm wrong, but you believe that Natural Law is the highest law. And that law is handed down from on high.

Whose god/dess(s/es)? Your god/dess(s/es)? Wolf's god/dess(s/es)? Where does an athiest stand in this legislative heirarchy?

Again, if I'm wrong, tell me. And show me where.

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