“The instant formal government is abolished, society begins to act”
— Thomas Paine
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When official rules and leaders are removed, people start to organize and help each other naturally. Imagine a small village where there is no local government. The villagers don't just sit around waiting for someone to tell them what to do. Instead, they come together to make decisions, solve problems, and support one another. For example, if a storm damages homes, neighbors will work together to rebuild and share resources without needing permission from authorities. This shows that people are capable of creating order and taking action even without formal structures. In our everyday lives, this means that we don't always need to rely on official systems; we can cooperate and take initiative on our own to improve our community.
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Anarchy Freedom Government Individualism Libertarianism Political theory Self-governance Social order Society
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