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The tyranny of majorities may be as bad as the tyranny of kings. -

The tyranny of majorities may be as bad as the tyranny of kings. – Arthur Balfour

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It is unfortunate, considering that enthusiasm moves the world, that so few enthusiasts can be trusted to speak the truth. – Arthur Balfour

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No tyranny is so irksome as petty tyranny: the officious demands of policemen, government clerks, and electromechanical gadgets. – Edward Abbey

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One leader, one people, signifies one master and millions of slaves. – Albert Camus

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