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Thomas Jefferson Quotes: From the nature of things, every society must at all times possess within itself the sovereign powers of legislation.
         

From the nature of things, every society must at all times possess within itself the sovereign powers of legislation.


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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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The government you elect is the government you deserve.

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