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I believe there are more instances of the abridgement of freedom o

I believe there are more instances of the abridgement of freedom of the people by gradual and silent encroachments by those in power than by violent and sudden usurpations. – James Madison

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A pure democracy is a society consisting of a small number of citizens, who assemble and administer the government in person. – James Madison

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What is government itself but the greatest of all reflections on human nature? If men were angels, no government would be necessary. If angels were to govern men, neither external nor internal controls on government would be necessary. – James Madison

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To criticize a person for their race is manifestly irrational and ridiculous, but to criticize their religion, that is a right. That is a freedom. – Rowan Atkinson

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I dont want to transform America. I want to restore to America the economic values of freedom and opportunity and limited government that has made us the powerhouse of the world. – Mitt Romney

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No cause is left but the most ancient of all, the one, in fact, that from the beginning of our history has determined the very existence of politics, the cause of freedom versus tyranny. – Hannah Arendt

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We feel free when we escape — even if it be but from the frying pan into the fire. – Eric Hoffer

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Until youve lost your reputation, you never realize what a burden it was. – Margaret Mitchell

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Those religions that are oppressive to women are also against democracy, human rights, and freedom of expression. – Taslima Nasrin

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The challenges of change are always hard. It is important that we begin to unpack those challenges that confront this nation and realize that we each have a role that requires us to change and become more responsible for shaping our own future. – Hillary Clinton

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A good thing to remember is somebodys got it a lot worse than we do. – Joel Osteen

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