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Whatever happened to the Pretorians?

Or the Janissaries? Or the Ancient Regime of France? Or the Kempaitai? Or Napoleon’s Old Guard? Or the Manchu (Ming) Banners? Or the SA and the SS? Or the Stasi? They have vanished from the earth – found only in … Continue reading

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Instigators and entrapment – so fun!

The entire purpose of the FedGov appears to be to turn as many people as possible into criminals. Is that more than just seeking power? Can we suspect those who are in charge – and their minions – get perverse … Continue reading

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Government Secrets – Secret Police

Libertarian Commentary #16-08D by Nathan Barton Government is virtually synonymous with “secret” – no, not necessarily some “secret government” or (current term) “deep state” or “shadow government.” But secrets. Every “freedom of information” act has its loopholes, carefully crafted to … Continue reading

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