Quote by Will Rogers

Ancient Rome declined because it had a Senate, now what's going to happen to us with both a House and a Senate?

Ancient Rome declined because it had a Senate, now what's go

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker believes the decline of Ancient Rome was due in part to its Senate, implying that having both a House and a Senate in the current political system could potentially lead to a similar fate. It criticizes the potential consequences and ponders what might happen to the society with two governing bodies. It highlights concerns about the efficiency and effectiveness of decision-making in such a political structure, drawing a parallel between the Roman Empire's downfall and the potential challenges of a dual legislative system in contemporary times.

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