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Ancapistani on March 2, 2021 | parent | context | favorite | on: Bitcoin Is Time

I'd actually argue that it was more of a threat to the authority of the state than Bitcoin is today. The widespread disregard of Prohibition lead directly to its repeal. Defying the state in one aspect of your life leads to defiance in other aspects.

almost_usual on March 2, 2021 | [–]

Alcohol distribution was also controlled by violent criminals who you guessed it, had a strong physical force.

UncleMeat on March 2, 2021 | [–]

> I'd actually argue that it was more of a threat to the authority of the state than Bitcoin is today.

If that is the case, then BTC certainly isn't going to end the US military.

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