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It is unfortunate that Americans are no longer aware of what the c

It is unfortunate that Americans are no longer aware of what the constitution says and what their rights are. Because of that, we are often very passive about what happens when the government violates those rights. – James Bovard

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The more expansive government is, the more perils people face in daily lives, be it from IRS agents or from child support services, or from other agencies that often have little or no legal restraints on their power. – James Bovard

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Part of the reason that the governments fear mongering is succeeding is because so many people are so ignorant, that it is easier for government to frighten people in submission. – James Bovard

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As long as enough people can be frightened, then all people can be ruled. That is how it works in a democratic system and mass fear becomes the ticket to destroy rights across the board. – James Bovard

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This administration in Washington thats in power now clearly believes that government is not only the answer to every need, but its the most qualified to make the most central decisions for every American in every area. – Rick Perry

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A government must not waiver once it has chosen its course. It must not look to the left or right but go forward. – Otto von Bismarck

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The spirit of resistance to government is so valuable on certain occasions that I wish it to be always kept alive. – Thomas Jefferson

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