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Give all the power to the many and they will oppress the few.
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Beck warns against the dangers of giving too much power to the majority in a democracy.
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The spirit of man had a new birth and was breaking away from the too rigid bonds of ancient custom and authority.
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Assuredly, the man of to-day, with the rich heritage of countless ages, can do no less.
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