Quote by Gouverneur Morris

Americans need never fear their government because of the advantage of being armed, which the Americans possess over the people of almost every other nation.

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This quote suggests that Americans should not fear their government due to the unique advantage they have in being armed. It implies that this advantage, the widespread availability of firearms, makes Americans more powerful and able to resist potential government oppression compared to citizens of other nations. The quote seems to rely on the belief that gun ownership is a fundamental aspect of American society and provides a safeguard against tyranny, highlighting the importance placed on individual autonomy and self-defense in the United States.

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