Quote by Eliot Spitzer
Power must be used, but it must be tempered by soul-searching and

Power must be used, but it must be tempered by soul-searching and the recognition of our human capacity for error. That is the maxim that should inform our approach to every challenge, from reforming state government to engaging in foreign affairs. – Eliot Spitzer

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Yes, people pull the trigger – but guns are the instrument of death. Gun control is necessary, and delay means more death and horror. – Eliot Spitzer

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Death
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In the melting pot that is America, inclusive trumps exclusive. Whether its single women, young adults, or minorities, alienating the rapidly growing voting blocs is not smart politics. – Eliot Spitzer

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Politics
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From those to whom much is given, much is expected. I have been given much – the love of my family, the faith and trust of the people of New York, and the chance to lead this state. I am deeply sorry that I did not live up to what was expected of me. – Eliot Spitzer

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No government fights fascism to destroy it. When the bourgeoisie sees that power is slipping out of its hands, it brings up fascism to hold onto their privileges. – Buenaventura Durruti

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In a very weak economy, when you say cut government spending, what you mean is youre laying off school teachers and youre de-funding various programs that put money into the economy. This means you have more unemployed people that then draw unemployment benefits and dont pay taxes. – Fareed Zakaria

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And I dont think that government has a role in telling people how to live their lives. Maybe a minister does, maybe your belief in God does, maybe theres another set of moral codes, but I dont think government has a role. – Clarence Thomas

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It might be more worthwhile if we stopped wringing our hands and started ringing our congressmen. – Author Unknown

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