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He who assists an odious tyrant, he who declares FOR AN UNJUST AND REBELLIOUS PEOPLE, offends against his duty.
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Edmund Burke
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gutenberg.orgEdmund Burke: “He who assists an odious tyrant, he who declares FOR AN UNJUST AND REBELLIOUS PEOPLE, offends against his duty.”
Editor's note · Context
Burke condemns those who support tyrants or unjust rebellions, emphasizing moral duty.
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