On the record
It is obvious, that men may be oppressed by many ways, besides those which take their course from the supreme power of the state.
Said by
Edmund Burke
Source
gutenberg.orgEdmund Burke: “It is obvious, that men may be oppressed by many ways, besides those which take their course from the supreme power of…”
Editor's note · Context
Burke points out that oppression can occur in many forms beyond state power.
Share
More from Edmund Burke
Jan 1, 1790
Our people will find employment enough for a truly patriotic, free, and independent spirit, in guarding what they possess from violation.
Jan 1, 1790
They come from one who has been no tool of power, no flatterer of greatness, and who in his last acts does not wish to belie the tenor of his life.
Jan 1, 1790
Not being illuminated with the light of which the gentlemen of France tell us they have got so abundant a share, they acted under a strong impression of the ignorance and fallibility of mankind.
Jan 1, 1790
Let us imitate their caution, if we wish to deserve their fortune or to retain their bequests.
Other voices in this conversation
