Why do people think total freedom equals anarchy?

Because that's the definition of the words. If you want to convey a different meaning, use words that read the way you intend. Ideally we would all meet our needs while thoughtfully avoiding stepping on the toes of others. If everyone were raised that way, we'd need fewer rules in society. read more

Anarchy is not the freedom to rape and murder. It is the freedom from oppressive power structures, rejection of imposed authority, the right not to be a cog in the machine. The freedom to use your own body and mind to do what you enjoy to do. It is the freedom from coercion and the freedom to enter voluntary associations with groups. read more

The best we can reasonably hope for is that it will cause increasing numbers of people to think about how this society really works. -- interpersonal relationships -- As we have said earlier, there is a concern for the rights of the individual running through anarchism. read more