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"The fact is that the government, like a highwayman, says to a man: Your money, or your life. And many, if not most, taxes are paid under the compulsion of that threat."
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Lysander Spooner was born on January 19, 1808, in Athol, Massachusetts, United States. He was a renowned anarcho-individualist, abolitionist, and political philosopher who gained fame in the mid-19th century. He was a firm believer in the concept of natural law, which he extensively elaborated upon in his writings, particularly in 'The Unconstitutionality of Slavery' (1845) and 'No Treason: The Constitution of No Authority' (1867-1870).
Spooner contributed significantly to the anarchist movement of his time. His ideas about the role of the individual in society and his critique of state intervention laid the groundwork for modern anarcho-capitalism. Spooner believed in the individual's power and freedom, arguing that governments should exist only as voluntary associations. His thoughts on abolitionism, too, were groundbreaking; he vehemently opposed slavery and defended the rights of African-Americans. Spooner passed away on May 14, 1887, but his writings continue to inspire anarchist movements worldwide.
Date of Birth: January 19, 1808
Date of Death: May 14, 1887
Country of Birth: United States 
Political Ideas: Anarcho-individualism
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