Government is either organized benevolence or organized madness; its peculiar magnitude permits no shading.

Summary

This quote suggests that the nature of government can be categorized into two extremes: either an organized system based on goodwill and compassion (benevolence), or a chaotic and irrational system (madness). The quote further emphasizes that the nature of government allows no middle ground or variations in between these two states. It implies that due to its influential role and impact on society, government cannot exist in a moderate or ambiguous form; it will either function for the betterment of its citizens or lead to confusion and disorder.

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