Gradualism and the Non-Aggression Principle

The core principle of the libertarian philosophy is what is known as the non-aggression principle. It holds that it is morally wrong for one person to initiate force against another person, either directly or indirectly through the use of government. Libertarians understand the critical importance of the non-aggression principle and subscribe to it … mostly.

Let’s assume that I rob you of $10,000. I take the money and give it to the poor, needy, and disadvantaged. I don’t keep any of the money f...