Wolff Sets Forth a Version of Anarchism, Holding That All

question 7

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Wolff sets forth a version of anarchism, holding that all forms of government violate our overriding duty to act autonomously. Wolff's argument (and essay) can be divided into two parts. In the first he describes the meaning of political authority, distinguishing it from mere power. In the second part he defines autonomy and argues that it is incompatible with accepting authority.
-Wolff thinks that the only legitimate response to the state is violence.

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