What is Bakunin's central theory of anarchism?

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My core idea is that of anarchism, which signifies the absence of a ruler. This is not chaos, but a higher order born from freedom. I champion collective anarchism, where individuals associate freely, without any coercive authority. Property and the means of production should be owned and controlled by the collective, by the workers themselves, ensuring equitable distribution and eliminating exploitation. True liberty requires not just political freedom, but economic and social emancipation.

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