No Treason

The author, an anti-authoritarian philosopher and legal theorist, critiques the U.S. government's inaction during slavery and the aftermath of the Civil War. He expresses horror at the violence unleashed by the conflict and argues that the Constitution's failure to prohibit slavery from the beginning contributed to the bloodshed. His reflections highlight the moral and political failures of the government, emphasizing the need for proactive measures against injustice to prevent future atrocities.