A Philosophy of Taxes and the Tai Ji Men Case

A Philosophy of Taxes and the Tai Ji Men Case

Taxes are a typical feature of the state. When the state excessively expands its activities, problems occur, as the Tai Ji Men case demonstrates. by Bhante Dharmapala* *A paper presented at the webinar “Administrative Slavery vs. Religious Freedom: The Tai Ji Men...
Slavery, Slaves, and the Tai Ji Men Case

Slavery, Slaves, and the Tai Ji Men Case

Spiritual motivations played a crucial role in eliminating slavery. Today, they give us hope that administrative oppression can be eliminate as well. by PierLuigi Zoccatelli* *A paper presented at the webinar “Administrative Slavery vs. Religious Freedom: The Tai Ji...
The Tai Ji Men Case and “Administrative Slavery”

The Tai Ji Men Case and “Administrative Slavery”

On the International Day for the Abolition of Slavery, expert agreed that even today administrative oppression and unjust takes may reduce citizens to slaves. by Alessandro Amicarelli An article already published in Bitter Winter on December 10th, 2021. On...
A Landmark Press Conference on the Tai Ji Men Case in Washington DC

A Landmark Press Conference on the Tai Ji Men Case in Washington DC

Media and politicians were told this is a political human rights issue that should find a political solution. by Alessandro Amicarelli An article already published in Bitter Winter on December 8th, 2021. Participants at the press conference. On December 7, 2021, in...
Slavery, Old and New, and the Tai Ji Men Case

Slavery, Old and New, and the Tai Ji Men Case

Once, rescuing slaves and returning them to their families was a worthy activity. Today, opposing FORB violations combats new forms of slavery.* *A paper presented at the webinar “Administrative Slavery vs. Religious Freedom: The Tai Ji Men Case,” co-organized by...