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Thomas Jefferson Quotes: A prince whose character is thus marked by every act which may define a tyrant, is unfit to be the ruler of a people who mean to be free.
         

A prince whose character is thus marked by every act which may define a tyrant, is unfit to be the ruler of a people who mean to be free.


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I prefer dangerous freedom over peaceful slavery.

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When tyranny becomes law, rebellion becomes duty.

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Truth between candid minds can never do harm.

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The government you elect is the government you deserve.

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