Justified Quote by Robert Nozick
“No state more extensive than the minimal state can be justified.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Anarchy, State, and Utopia, Robert Nozick, 1974
Only the smallest possible government can be morally justified.
In simple terms: Minimal state is best.
Advocate for limited government.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- public policy
- taxation
- law enforcement
- welfare programs
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What functions must a state perform?
- Can liberty thrive without regulation?
Complex societies may need more coordination than a minimal state provides.