Auberon HerbertAuberon Herbert, (1838-1906) English writer, theorist, philosopher, 19th century individualist, member of the Parliament of the U.K.

Auberon Herbert Quote

“We hold that what one man cannot morally do, a million men cannot morally do, and government, representing many millions of men, cannot do.”

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~ Auberon Herbert
(1838-1906) English writer, theorist, philosopher, 19th century individualist, member of the Parliament of the U.K.

Morality , Collectivism , Majority , Tyranny , Democracy , Government

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Mike, Norwalk
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Mike, Norwalk    8/27/13

We hold this truth to be self evident ! ! ! Where is the legal nexus that compels the compliance of an innocent third party; or, makes the servant a slave master with authority to license (might does not make right); or, gives the right to one party to inflict another on basis of a made-up victimless crime, etc., etc., etc. ! ! ! ? IT DOES NOT EXIST ! ! !

Cal, Lewisville, TX
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    Cal, Lewisville, TX    8/27/13

    Well said Mike.

    E Archer, NYC
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    E Archer, NYC    8/28/13

    This is the foundation of republican government and a free society.

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