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In a government whose distinguishing characteristic should be a diffusion and equalization of its benefits and burdens the advantage of individuals will be augmented at the expense of the community at large.
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gutenberg.orgMartin Van Buren: “In a government whose distinguishing characteristic should be a diffusion and equalization of its benefits and burdens…”
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Van Buren warns that a government should aim to distribute benefits and burdens equally, or risk favoring individuals over the community.
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