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> If we are always held back by our own fears and self-limiting beliefs, then we aren't really free. Similarly, if we are controlled by our desires, we're not
by hasenj 16y ago
> If we are always held back by our own fears and self-limiting beliefs, then we aren't really free.
Similarly, if we are controlled by our desires, we're not really free. An addict is not really free because he can't control himself.
> Those who would give up essential liberty to purchase a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety.
Drugs are definitely not essential.
> prohibition also provides a multi-billion dollar subsidy to violent criminal organizations that threaten our physical safety and security
Crime networks exist not because of strong government or strict laws; they exist because of moral corruption in the society. A strong government, strongly connected coherent society with powerful social moral values actually reduce the size and power of crime networks.