State Power and Intellectuals – Quote by Murray Rothbard

„States have always needed intellectuals to con the public into believing that its rule is wise, good, and inevitable“

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Murray Rothbard was an American economist, historian, and political philosopher known for his contributions to libertarian theory and anarcho-capitalism.

Rothbard criticizes the role of intellectuals in legitimizing state power.


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Murray Rothbard quote about state power and intellectuals

Murray Newton Rothbard (1926–1995) was an American economist, historian, and political philosopher considered one of the leading figures in anarcho-capitalism and the libertarian movement. He was a prominent critic of government intervention in economy and society and authored numerous influential works on free market economics, monetary theory, and political philosophy.

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