Law, morality, and justice, cont. (with a side of really good chocolate covered pretzels)

"Great part of that order which reigns among mankind is not the effect of Government. It has its origin in the principles of society and the natural constitution of man. It existed prior to Government, and would exist if the formality of Government was abolished. . . . In fine, society performs for itself almost everything which is ascribed to Government."
-- Thomas Paine (The Rights of Man, 1792)

Too bad so many men ignore "It". Hence, the continued need for law. But, I love the concept Thomas Paine is speaking of here. I'm sure George Orwell would like it as well.