Quote by Ron Paul

Justifying conscription to promote the cause of liberty is one of the most bizarre notions ever conceived by man! Forced servitude, with the risk of death and serious injury as a price to live free, makes no sense.

Justifying conscription to promote the cause of liberty is o

Summary

This quote criticizes the notion of conscription, or compulsory military service, as a means to achieve liberty. It argues that the idea of coercive enlistment, where individuals are compelled to risk their lives or endure serious harm for the sake of freedom, is illogical and contradictory. The quote questions the justification of using force and endangerment as a pathway to achieving personal freedom, highlighting the inherent paradox and perplexity in promoting liberty through involuntary servitude.

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