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by oleganza 4732 days ago
I have my own theory of ethics in line with what Stefan Molyneux describes in his UPB (universally preferable behaviour). But I don't wave it in the face of others because it's pointless. I'm voluntarist. Don't like/trust my theories or proofs - fine, just don't point a gun in my face. I won't judge your theories either on the same grounds.
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How will you stop people pointing a gun in your face once there is no government?
There are plenty of ways and you use them everyday(1). But my point is that it does not matter. If you cannot figure out how to protect yourself and you suggest me to follow your gun (or some representitive's of yours), then it's just silly.

(1) you put locks on your car, apartment and bike. You have passwords. You don't tell people left and right where you live and how much money do you have. You have insurance. You hire guards, set up cameras, build up reputation with people you work with. You document your agreements to show to others in case of a conflict. You choose safer districts and don't go where it's unsafe. You choose to live with other people seeking peace and protection, rather than with crazy lunatics. You minimize risk voluntarily: individually or together with others. Without any "moral theories" or justification for any violence.

How does locking your bike prevent people from pointing a gun in your face?