Revisiting Revolution and Governance

This chapter critically examines the motivations behind the American Revolution, suggesting that outrage against British rule was rooted in complex grievances beyond simple taxation. It challenges conventional views by drawing parallels between historical taxation issues and modern governance, particularly questioning the legitimacy of self-governance amidst contemporary tax burdens. The discussion also critiques Abraham Lincoln's presidency, revealing how economic policies and the Civil War were intertwined with taxation rather than the widely accepted notion of slavery as the sole cause.