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Quote by Calvin Coolidge
Men speak of natural rights, but I challenge any one to show where

Men speak of natural rights, but I challenge any one to show where in nature any rights existed or were recognized until there was established for their declaration and protection a duly promulgated body of corresponding laws. – Calvin Coolidge

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The right thing to do never requires any subterfuge, it is always simple and direct. – Calvin Coolidge

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In the state of nature profit is the measure of right. – Thomas Hobbes

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Nature isnt positive in that way. It doesnt aim itself at you. Its not being unkind to you. – David Attenborough

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