What Is Property? · Character
Destutt de Tracy
Philosopher and economist whose ideas on property are examined.
minor
Also known as de Tracy
First appearance: what is property
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Materialist philosopher whose views on property and 'thine and mine' are critiqued for equivocation.
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- Professional
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- Broad intellectual and political spectrum
- Moral and legal authorities
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professional · ambivalent
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