What do you think about society without centralized authority?

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What do you think about society without centralized authority? There are already several theories and philosophies related to this idea of living without a state or government:

Anarchism: Anarchism is a political philosophy that advocates for the abolition of all forms of government and the establishment of a society based on voluntary cooperation and mutual aid. Anarchists believe that hierarchical systems of power and authority are inherently oppressive and that individuals should be free to organize themselves and make decisions without interference from a centralized authority.

Libertarianism: Libertarianism is a political philosophy that emphasizes individual freedom and limited government intervention in society. Libertarians believe that the role of the state should be minimal, limited to protecting individual rights and enforcing contracts. They argue that government interference in economic and social affairs often leads to inefficiency and oppression.

Voluntaryism: Voluntaryism is a political philosophy that advocates for the elimination of the state and the establishment of a society based on voluntary interactions between individuals. Voluntaryists believe that all relationships should be based on mutual consent and that the use of force or coercion is never justified.

Communalism: Communalism is a political philosophy that emphasizes the importance of community and the collective ownership of resources. Communalists believe that society should be organized around decentralized, democratic institutions that allow individuals to participate directly in decision-making and that promote social and environmental justice.

Mutualism: Mutualism is a political philosophy that emphasizes the importance of mutual cooperation and reciprocity in society. Mutualists believe that individuals should be free to exchange goods and services without interference from a centralized authority, and that economic relationships should be based on mutual benefit rather than exploitation.

It's worth noting that while these theories share a common rejection of centralized authority, they differ in their views on how society should be organized and how individuals should interact with each other.
 
Also interesting question who will print money in such a non-centralized society without a government... Some possible scenarios:

Local currencies: In many non-centralized societies, people use local currencies that are accepted only within a particular community or region. These currencies can take many forms, such as barter systems, time-based currencies, or community-based currencies that are issued and managed by local organizations.

Commodity-based currencies: Another possible form of money in a non-centralized society is a commodity-based currency, such as gold, silver, or other precious metals. In a system like this, the value of the currency is based on the value of the underlying commodity, which is recognized and accepted by members of the society.

Cryptocurrencies: With the rise of digital technologies, it's possible that non-centralized societies could adopt cryptocurrencies as a form of money. These currencies are decentralized and operate independently of government control, which could make them an attractive option in a non-centralized society.

Mutual credit systems: Mutual credit systems are another possible form of money in a non-centralized society. In a mutual credit system, individuals and businesses extend credit to each other based on trust and reputation, rather than relying on a centralized authority to issue and regulate money.

What do you think? What is more possible?
 
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