On the recordJanuary 1, 1791
To understand the nature and quantity of government proper for man, it is necessary to attend to his character.
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Thomas Paine
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gutenberg.orgThomas Paine: “To understand the nature and quantity of government proper for man, it is necessary to attend to his character.”
Editor's note · Context
From "Rights of Man," this passage suggests that understanding human nature is crucial for determining the appropriate form and scope of government.
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