There is no freedom in America. It is a farce.
- Family structure. Even though the nuclear family is eroding, there is still a paternal or maternal authority figure that dictates rules and customs. Loans, pressure.
- Religious Organizations. Atheists aside, tens of millions of Americans identify with some sort of religious group, adhering loosely or strictly to a set of guidelines and behavior norms. Tithes, membership costs, etc...
- Memberships, Groups, Clubs, Etc...Freemasons, Loyal Order of Moose, Betty's Thursday Night Bingo Club....cultural norms, likeness, views. Fees.
- Millions subject themselves to the dominion of Homeowner's Associations....paying them to construct more rules and statutes. Fees.
- Incorporated Townships. More statutes and laws enforced by armed law enforcement officials, ranging from jail time to fines. Taxes.
- Local ordinances, laws, and statutes of rural areas, small towns, villages, etc....same as the incorporated townships. Taxes paid out.
- County laws, ordinances, statutes....taxes paid out.
- State Laws. Income taxes in some states.
- Federal Laws. Income taxes, medicaid/medicare, SSI.
- Global Laws.
Literally thousands of laws on the books that can get you thrown in prison. Not jail, prison. Look at all of the blankets of authority that you reside under. Even those residing in far flung rural areas fall under multiple ones.