Re: The Antisocial Network (Krugman on Bitcoin - hilarity ensues)
Ever since I first learned how the fiat system works, I've seen the Federal Reserve and its defenders as a religion. Their irrationality and their devotion to their cause is just as religious as any true believer in any sect or cult.
Excellent connection
I've always considered Anarchism to be akin to Atheism; when you shed this kind of light on it, Anarchism is Atheism.Govt is very much so a religion. It has the same underpinnings as the religions do ie. none. And it's defenders, when they realise they have no empirical proof of authority, basically go back to the "well, we need religion/the state". Fear is a big part of both as well. Making people scared so that they will follow the dictates of the govt/religion.
They have their songs glorifying them. Anthems/Hymns.
In most Western Countries the govt are comprised of ministries. And you have the Prime Minister etc...
You can actually go on and on.