“You will occasionally read apologists or even talk to survivors of totalitarian regimes who tout the order and peace of the regime. You might also hear old-timers talk about the safety of Mafia-protected areas in NYC and Boston. Monopolies on violence can bring something that looks like peace. As long as you obey. And look like the boss. And go to his church. Different types of peace have different prices.”
—Rory Miller, Facing Violence
