[SteamshipTime]

I think if you visit the third world, you'll find that government and written laws can be found in abundance. In fact, the government purports to assure fair distribution of resources by keeping them out of private hands. The results have been "chaotic" (or anarchic, if you prefer).

Don't get me wrong; I agree anarchy is problematic, to say the least. Historically though, the inevitable consequence of government appears to be more government since government, with its taxing power and monopoly on offensive force, is able to win more converts to its cause than, say, FreeRepublic.com.

Solutions, anyone?

[ctdonath2]

New relevant question:
Assuming a government can be replaced with utopian anarchy, what's to prevent the re-formation of government?

Given a pure anarchy, some people will seek power, some will seek a leader, some will seek protection from attackers/robbers...causing formation of a government. Those who oppose the government being formed will have to similarly organize to create a viable opposition.

Government happens.