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In view of such fatal consequences, it may be laid down as an axiom rounded in moral and political truth that no greater taxes should be imposed than are necessary for an economical administration of the Government, and that whatever exists beyond should be reduced or modified.
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John Tyler
Whig · Virginia

Editor's note · Context

Tyler emphasizes the importance of not imposing excessive taxes for effective government administration.

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