I will ensure that no criminal will ever get any political protection in my government. If anyone takes law in his hands, he would not be spared.
Copy QuoteThe best argument against democracy is a five-minute conversation with the average voter.
Copy Quote View & ShareGovernment, even in its best state, is but a necessary evil; in its worst state, an intolerable one.
Copy Quote View & ShareGoverning a great nation is like cooking a small fish - too much handling will spoil it.
Copy Quote View & ShareFor in reason, all government without the consent of the governed is the very definition of slavery.
Copy Quote View & ShareI'd rather entrust the government of the United States to the first 400 people listed in the Boston telephone directory than to the faculty of Harvard University.
Copy Quote View & ShareGovernment's view of the economy could be summed up in a few short phrases: If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it.
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