The violence specialists

According to Aeon, organized violence—whether sanctioned by law or not—functions as a trade like any other, relying on a workforce willing to risk their lives and cause harm. But what drives young men into these roles? An essay explores the economics and psychology behind violence work, examining why individuals become specialists in organized harm, and what that reveals about the societies that depend on them.

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