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Government itself is founded upon the great doctrine of the consen

Government itself is founded upon the great doctrine of the consent of the governed, and has its cornerstone in the memorable principle that men are endowed with inalienable rights. – Leland Stanford

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A mans sentiments are generally just and right, while it is second selfish thought which makes him trim and adopt some other view. The best reforms are worked out when sentiment operates, as it does in women, with the indignation of righteousness. – Leland Stanford

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The employee is regarded by the employer merely in the light of his value as an operative. His productive capacity alone is taken into account. – Leland Stanford

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The right of each individual in any relation to secure to himself the full benefits of his intelligence, his capacity, his industry and skill are among the inalienable inheritances of humanity. – Leland Stanford

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You know, when Republicans were in charge, we doubled the debt. But, now, our concern is the Democrats are in charge and theyre tripling the debt. So, really, our concern is that we want smaller government. – Rand Paul

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Open the way before the new government to prove that it is for serving the people. – Muqtada al Sadr

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The essence of a free government consists in an effectual control of rivalries. – John Adams

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