Quote by Clarence Thomas

And I don't think that government has a role in telling people how to live their lives. Maybe a minister does, maybe your belief in God does, maybe there's another set of moral codes, but I don't think government has a role.

And I don't think that government has a role in telling peop

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This quote expresses the belief that government should not dictate how individuals choose to live their lives. It acknowledges that personal beliefs, such as religious convictions or personal moral codes, may influence people's perspectives on how they should act. However, it argues that this should not be the domain of government, suggesting that the role of enforcing guidelines on personal choices and behavior should not fall under its authority.

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