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In germany, the government has a monopoly on force. Often referred to as “Gewaltmonopol des Staates.” or “Staatsgewalt.”, it’s even laid out in the constitution
by Xylakant 5y ago
In germany, the government has a monopoly on force. Often referred to as “Gewaltmonopol des Staates.” or “Staatsgewalt.”, it’s even laid out in the constitution. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monopoly_on_violence https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monopoly_on_violence
- goldenkey 5y agoWhich illustrates my point - law has nothing to do with proper morality and ethics. Slavery was once legal. And runaway slaves were criminals. Justice is by and for the people. By all means, for the best outcomes, proper channels are desirable. But right is right, and one should strive to do what is right even when it is illegal.