Contract Rights Are Not the Same as Natural Rights

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11/08/2021 David Gordon

Contracts are voidable and thoroughly changeable. They can be totally ignored with the consent of both parties. But natural rights are not like contracts and can’t be abolished even with consent.

Original Article: “Contract Rights Are Not the Same as Natural Rights“

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