On the record
Every man has, by nature, the right to maintain justice for himself, and for all other persons, by the use of so much force as may be reasonably necessary for that purpose.
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Lysander Spooner
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gutenberg.orgLysander Spooner: “Every man has, by nature, the right to maintain justice for himself, and for all other persons, by the use of so much…”
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This quote emphasizes the natural right of individuals to use force in defense of justice.
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