Exploring the Historical Roots of Administrative State Incursions

The origins of the administrative state's encroachment on individual and associative freedoms are traced back to various historical factors. From the increasing temptation for power throughout history to the influence of 19th-century Americans seeking administrative power teachings from Germany, particularly Prussia, the evolution of the administrative state is complex. The establishment of an administrative state was partly driven by a class perspective and attempts to dilute voting rights, reflecting a deeper issue of power dynamics and elite influence on legislative decisions.