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Edmund Burke Quotes

Edmund Burke quotes about government

Irish Statesman January 12, 1729 – July 9, 1797

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To give freedom is still more easy. It is not necessary to guide; it only requires to let go the rein. But to form a free government; that is, to temper together these opposite elements of liberty and restraint in one work, requires much thought, deep reflection, a sagacious, powerful, and combining mind. Edmund Burke
There is but one law for all, namely that law which governs all law, the law of our Creator, the law of humanity, justice, equity - the law of nature and of nations. Edmund Burke
The use of force alone is but temporary. It may subdue for a moment; but it does not remove the necessity of subduing again; and a nation is not governed, which is perpetually to be conquered. Edmund Burke
All government, indeed every human benefit and enjoyment, every virtue, and every prudent act, is founded on compromise and barter. Edmund Burke
Edmund Burke quote: "Nothing turns out to be so oppressive and unjust as a feeble..."
Nothing turns out to be so oppressive and unjust as a feeble government. Edmund Burke

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