Why Governments Love Political "Crimes" Like Treason and Sedition

Why Governments Love Political “Crimes” Like Treason and Sedition

08/28/2023 Ryan McMaken

In a free society, political crimes like treason and "seditious libel" are few and far between. Under despotic regimes, on the other hand, political crimes multiply.

Original Article: "Why Governments Love Political "Crimes" Like Treason and Sedition"

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