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In North America at least, I think this century will be the first time it has really run out of "unoccupied" land to grow into. Other parts of the world have b
by foobarian 5y ago
In North America at least, I think this century will be the first time it has really run out of "unoccupied" land to grow into. Other parts of the world have been in this steady state for many centuries; it remains to be seen how the equilibrium will manifest here and where it will lead.
- throwawayboise 5y agoIn terms of sovereign territory, I guess you're right, but if you want to go live somewhere with no neighbors, there are plenty of places in America and Canada where you can do that.
- foobarian 5y agoRight, sovereign territory. Could you imagine the Homestead Act happening today? I am floored by how crazy that time period was.