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John  Adams Quotes: Property monopolized or in the possession of a few is a curse to mankind.
         

Property monopolized or in the possession of a few is a curse to mankind.


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Property monopolized or in the possession of a few is a curse to mankind.
         



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The jaws of power are always open to devour, and her arm is always stretched out, if possible, to destroy the freedom of thinking, speaking, and writing.



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