The Monopoly on Violence

Plot

This is a story of the violence and coercion that underlies our modern societies. Most of the time, our interactions are peaceful and consensual, but there is a large notable exception. The state maintains its power and ability to create law by the constant threat of force. It prohibits competition to its authority, and in this sense, represents a monopoly.

Cast

Dave Smith

Self

Eric July

Self

Ron Paul

Self

Maj Toure

Self

Scott Horton

Self

Thaddeus Russell

Self

Tom Woods

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Peter Quinones

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Bob Murphy

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